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HW08 HRM

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

6,454 mi
Last recorded6,454 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 HRM
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 6,454 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2025 6,035 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 6,007 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 5,889 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 5,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2015 4,705 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 3,586 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2014 3,586 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 2,841 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2013 2,841 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 2,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 2,584 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 2,030 miles

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Copen?

Based on 38,710 MOT tests across 2,415 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,614
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 717
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 540
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 452
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 306
brake disc excessively pitted 194
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HW08 HRM is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Daihatsu Copen models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 39,779 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Copen fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 717 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW08 HRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Copen typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Daihatsu Copen is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW08 HRM registered?

HW08 HRM is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is HW08 HRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW08 HRM shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HW08 HRM have outstanding finance?

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