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VN53 KCA

2003 Daihatsu Copen

Silver Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,096 mi
Last recorded17,096 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Copen46,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 KCA
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2022 17,096 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 16,956 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 16,912 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 16,858 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 16,641 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 16,562 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 15,454 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 14,245 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside rear tyre outer shoulder slight cracking

Pass 29 Oct 2014 11,782 miles

nearside rear tyre outer shoulder slight cracking

Pass 14 Nov 2013 10,169 miles

nearside rear tyre slight cracking outer shoulder

Pass 13 Nov 2012 9,019 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 8,434 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 7,306 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 6,320 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 5,704 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 4,862 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 3,825 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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VN53 KCA is a 2003 Daihatsu Copen in Silver with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Daihatsu Copen models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 46,246 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 VN53 KCA, 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 23 years old, this Daihatsu Copen is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN53 KCA registered?

VN53 KCA is a 2003 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is VN53 KCA safe to buy?

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