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VK58 UGU

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,076 mi
Last recorded56,076 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK58 UGU
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 56,076 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 53,581 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 51,203 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 48,975 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 46,854 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 45,005 miles

osf washer weak

play through steering

rear tyres cracking

Pass 22 Nov 2019 43,269 miles

slight play through steering

Pass 8 Nov 2018 41,078 miles

osr outer sill corroding

slight play through steering

Pass 23 Nov 2017 38,904 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 37,066 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 30 Nov 2015 34,713 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 31,564 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 28,633 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 25,875 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 20,852 miles

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

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

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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VK58 UGU is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VK58 UGU, 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 VK58 UGU registered?

VK58 UGU is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 4 December 2008.

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