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M23 HAR

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,796 mi
Last recorded72,796 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM23 HAR
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 72,796 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 66,238 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes at rear axle (both) (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 60,756 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 60,748 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 59,889 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 55,458 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 48,476 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 33,148 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 28,664 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 28,664 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 25,907 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated in places

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Mar 2016 25,894 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded And banjo bolt (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded And banjo bolt (3.6.B.4e)

Exhaust system deteriorated in places

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 23,975 miles

near side rear tyre perished

off side rear tyre perished

Pass 11 Mar 2014 22,904 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 19,127 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 13,562 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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M23 HAR is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M23 HAR, 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 M23 HAR registered?

M23 HAR is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is M23 HAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M23 HAR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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