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YS08 ABF

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

65,697 mi
Last recorded65,697 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 ABF
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 65,697 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 59,442 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 54,272 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 54,269 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 53,798 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 51,685 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 50,607 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 50,607 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 48,199 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 46,880 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 40,271 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 36,949 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 32,743 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 29,561 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 22,976 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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YS08 ABF is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YS08 ABF, 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 YS08 ABF registered?

YS08 ABF is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is YS08 ABF safe to buy?

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