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PG08 AEO

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,812 mi
Last recorded40,812 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG08 AEO
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 40,812 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL 4 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TCA BUSHES PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TCA BUSHES PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

UNDERBODY CORROSION INC SUSPENSION

Fail 26 Feb 2026 40,812 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WHEEL ARCH/SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL 4 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TCA BUSHES PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TCA BUSHES PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

UNDERBODY CORROSION INC SUSPENSION

Pass 25 Feb 2025 40,695 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner seals front and rear both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Feb 2025 40,695 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner seals front and rear both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 40,501 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 40,402 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 40,371 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 40,359 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 40,263 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 39,518 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 38,796 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 38,082 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 37,046 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 35,401 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 30,005 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 23,102 miles

Nearside front tyre inner wall perishing

Pass 5 Mar 2012 19,238 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 16,714 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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PG08 AEO is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PG08 AEO, 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 PG08 AEO registered?

PG08 AEO is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is PG08 AEO safe to buy?

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