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VK08 VTP

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,597 mi
Last recorded69,597 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 VTP
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 69,597 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2025 64,754 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2024 61,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2023 57,737 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2022 53,557 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2021 49,710 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 46,571 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 42,490 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 39,211 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 36,648 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 33,463 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 29,944 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 26,311 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 22,290 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 17,913 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 13,095 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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VK08 VTP 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 100%.

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 VK08 VTP, 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.

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What year was VK08 VTP registered?

VK08 VTP is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is VK08 VTP safe to buy?

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