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SP58 UCG

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,104 mi
Last recorded47,104 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP58 UCG
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 47,104 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill scabby (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2026 47,090 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside outer sill is corroded at the front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced boot floor in both corner s near both upper shock mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill scabby (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 44,186 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 44,163 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 43,382 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 43,350 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 41,771 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 40,760 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 39,437 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 39,035 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 38,997 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2017 38,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edges 165/50/15 (4.1.E.1)

front tyre worn inner edges

Pass 20 Sep 2016 37,546 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 35,804 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 33,486 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 30,868 miles

windscreen chiped

Pass 14 Sep 2012 27,325 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 20,521 miles

near side and offside brake discs inside edges scorred and pitted

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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SP58 UCG is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SP58 UCG, 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 SP58 UCG registered?

SP58 UCG is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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