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Daihatsu Copen

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 659 cc

L8 STHMOT history

L8 STH is a blue petrol Daihatsu Copen first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 41,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
41,064 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 STH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daihatsu
Model
Copen
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
659 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 STH was last recorded at 41,064 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,752 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
312 miles
Average per year
1,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,064 miles
  • 2025 – 40,752 miles
  • 2024 – 40,485 miles
  • 2023 – 40,119 miles
  • 2022 – 38,664 miles
  • 2021 – 37,594 miles
  • 2020 – 37,577 miles
  • 2019 – 37,527 miles
  • 2018 – 37,271 miles
  • 2017 – 36,882 miles
  • 2016 – 36,657 miles
  • 2015 – 36,632 miles
  • 2014 – 35,676 miles
  • 2013 – 31,981 miles
  • 2012 – 27,979 miles
  • 2011 – 21,486 miles
  • 2010 – 15,235 miles
  • 2009 – 12,470 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,064 miles
  • MinorUpper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view sun strip (3.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder body under sealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside rear tyre is perished/cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,064 miles (+312)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    41,064 miles
    Test number
    712160295041
    • MinorUpper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view sun strip (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body under sealed

  2. Pass40,752 miles (+267)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    40,752 miles
    Test number
    747222470728
    • MinorUpper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body under sealed

  3. Pass40,485 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    40,485 miles
    Test number
    371682613702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass40,119 miles (+1,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    40,119 miles
    Test number
    553909433449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass38,664 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    38,664 miles
    Test number
    192766401675
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face of disc pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear slam panel corroded

  6. Fail38,664 miles (+1,070)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,664 miles
    Test number
    792923380559
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face of disc pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear slam panel corroded

  7. Pass37,594 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    37,594 miles
    Test number
    410198271003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass37,592 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    37,592 miles
    Test number
    281753209524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass37,577 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    37,577 miles
    Test number
    733446790366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,527 miles (+256)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    37,527 miles
    Test number
    103373707704
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are slightly corroded

  11. Pass37,271 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    37,271 miles
    Test number
    621519831093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs are corroded but not seriously weakened

  12. Fail37,271 miles (+389)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,271 miles
    Test number
    750686994855
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs are corroded but not seriously weakened

  13. Pass36,882 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    36,882 miles
    Test number
    144159536354
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is perished/cracking

  14. Fail36,874 miles (+217)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,874 miles
    Test number
    456145237162
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is perished/cracking

  15. Pass36,657 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    36,657 miles
    Test number
    509613230397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    36,632 miles
    Test number
    819421012756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,632 miles (+956)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,632 miles
    Test number
    918022936059
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass35,676 miles (+3,695)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    35,676 miles
    Test number
    487707324132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,981 miles (+4,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    31,981 miles
    Test number
    819040643104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass27,979 miles (+6,493)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    27,979 miles
    Test number
    965588332102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust tail pipe diteriorated

  21. Pass21,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,486 miles
    Test number
    259901791054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,486 miles (+6,251)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,486 miles
    Test number
    825071491034
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass15,235 miles (+2,765)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    15,235 miles
    Test number
    280317070055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    12,470 miles
    Test number
    932857059048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 STH

Does L8 STH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 STH is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 STH?
The MOT on L8 STH is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 STH done?
L8 STH was recorded at 41,064 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 1,669 miles a year.
Has L8 STH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 STH has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on L8 STH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L8 STH find?
L8 STH passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: upper windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view sun strip; under body under sealed.

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