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SG09 XXE

2009 Daihatsu Copen

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,988 mi
Last recorded52,988 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Daihatsu Copen38,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG09 XXE
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 52,988 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 49,863 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 49,863 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 46,644 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 43,077 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 40,816 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 40,816 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 38,436 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 36,195 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 36,195 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 34,020 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

front exhaust mtg detached

osr suspension bump stop detached

play to nsf suspension top mtg

Pass 23 Feb 2018 32,204 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 29,991 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2.5 (4.1.E.1)

condition of exhaust in places

Pass 15 Mar 2016 27,876 miles

Front number plate condition

Pass 4 Mar 2015 25,167 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 21,511 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 16,703 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 11,434 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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SG09 XXE is a 2009 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 2009 Daihatsu Copen models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 38,036 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 SG09 XXE, 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 17 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 SG09 XXE registered?

SG09 XXE is a 2009 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 7 March 2009.

Is SG09 XXE safe to buy?

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