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VU09 AOS

2009 Daihatsu Copen

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,014 mi
Last recorded71,014 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Daihatsu Copen38,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 AOS
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 71,014 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 68,784 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 68,784 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 66,461 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 66,047 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged All four cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 66,047 miles

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

Valve stem slightly damaged All four cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 65,628 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both slight perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slight (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 65,555 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front foglamps tell tale not working

Pass 6 Mar 2020 65,273 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 65,083 miles

front foglamp tell tale not working

Pass 21 Mar 2018 64,639 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 64,097 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 62,198 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 62,198 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 May 2015 60,109 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 59,652 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 58,456 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 53,413 miles

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

n/s o/s rear tyres slight cracking in tread and worn on inner edges

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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VU09 AOS is a 2009 Daihatsu Copen in Silver 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 VU09 AOS, 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

How do I check the history of VU09 AOS?

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What year was VU09 AOS registered?

VU09 AOS is a 2009 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is VU09 AOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU09 AOS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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