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LT08 YHF

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Gold Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,019 mi
Last recorded52,019 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 YHF
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 52,019 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 52,019 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 49,350 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 47,315 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 44,571 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively rust lip on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 38,642 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 38,268 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 38,250 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 38,250 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 24 Mar 2015 38,024 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 38,024 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 33,986 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 31,365 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 27,876 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 24,483 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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LT08 YHF is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Gold with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LT08 YHF, 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 LT08 YHF registered?

LT08 YHF is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is LT08 YHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 YHF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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