Daihatsu Copen MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Daihatsu Copen. Check any Copen by registration number below.

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74.5%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.9%

vs Daihatsu Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Daihatsu Copen — MOT Reliability Overview

The Daihatsu Copen has an average MOT pass rate of 74.5%, which is 1.9 percentage points above the Daihatsu brand average of 72.6%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Copen on the road.

The most common reasons a Daihatsu Copen fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your Copen for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Daihatsu Copen, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Daihatsu Copen performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 473 vehicles

83.5%Good

Daihatsu average: 72.6%

Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

14.5%

2008

Based on 667 vehicles

80.1%Good

Daihatsu average: 72.6%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

18.6%

2007

Based on 549 vehicles

76.1%Good

Daihatsu average: 72.6%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

22.7%

2006

Based on 334 vehicles

65.3%Average

Daihatsu average: 72.6%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

18.4%

2005

Based on 311 vehicles

73.3%Average

Daihatsu average: 72.6%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

21.7%

2004

Based on 690 vehicles

70.0%Average

Daihatsu average: 72.6%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

21.4%

2003

Based on 225 vehicles

70.7%Average

Daihatsu average: 72.6%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

16.4%

0

Based on 1,677 vehicles

77.2%Good

Daihatsu average: 72.6%

Mileage at 5yr

60k mi

Top MOT Failures — Daihatsu Copen

The most common reasons a Daihatsu Copen fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

8.1%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

2.5%

A tyre seriously damaged

2.0%

Exhaust system leaking or insecure

2.0%

Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer

2.0%

Daihatsu Copen Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

4.0%

Rear Offside

3.4%

Front Offside

3.2%

Other Daihatsu Models

Compare MOT reliability across Daihatsu models.

Daihatsu Cuore

88.7% pass rate

Daihatsu Atrai7

75.0% pass rate

Daihatsu Fourtrak

82.2% pass rate

Daihatsu Hijet

58.5% pass rate

Daihatsu Sportrak

57.6% pass rate

Daihatsu Charade

64.9% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Daihatsu Copen

Daihatsu Copen — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Daihatsu Copen MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Daihatsu Copen?

The average MOT pass rate for the Daihatsu Copen is 74.5% compared to the Daihatsu average of 72.6%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Daihatsu Copen?

The most common MOT failures on the Daihatsu Copen are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (8.1%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (2.5%), A tyre seriously damaged (2.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Daihatsu Copen reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 74.5%, the Daihatsu Copen is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Daihatsu Copen?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Daihatsu Copen?

Typical mileage for the Daihatsu Copen: 60,312 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Copen to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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