2007 · 17 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2007 Daihatsu Copen MOT pass rate and common faults

231 MOT tests in 2024. 69.3% passed first time, compared with 56.9% for all cars the same age.

122Well above average
Passed first time69.3%
Failed or needed repairs30.7%
Typical mileage at test64,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 231 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength7.8%
  2. Position lamp: not working2.2%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded2.2%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords2.2%
  5. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.2%
  6. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid1.7%
  7. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam1.7%
  8. Service brake performance: excessively binding1.7%
  9. Stop lamp: not working1.7%
  10. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced1.7%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics16.9%
  2. Suspension9.5%
  3. Brakes8.7%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)6.5%
  5. Body & chassis6.1%
  6. Tyres5.2%
  7. Seat belts & airbags1.7%
  8. Emissions & leaks0.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded19.9%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure12.1%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened7.8%
  4. Flexible brake hoses: ferrule excessively corroded6.9%
  5. Wheel bearings: has excessive play6.1%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2007 Daihatsu Copen?

In 2024, 69.3% of 2007 Daihatsu Copen cars passed their MOT first time, across 231 tests. The average for all 17-year-old cars was 56.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2007 Daihatsu Copen?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; position lamp: not working; rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2007 Daihatsu Copen reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 122, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).