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Daihatsu Copen

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,298 cc

T18 CTYMOT history

T18 CTY is a grey petrol Daihatsu Copen first used on 30 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 75,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2026
Mileage
75,457 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 CTY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daihatsu
Model
Copen
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 CTY was last recorded at 75,457 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,449 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,457 miles
  • 2021 – 75,151 miles
  • 2019 – 74,636 miles
  • 2018 – 73,646 miles
  • 2017 – 70,661 miles
  • 2016 – 66,707 miles
  • 2015 – 64,844 miles
  • 2014 – 62,741 miles
  • 2013 – 54,402 miles
  • 2012 – 44,795 miles
  • 2011 – 37,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,457 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,457 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    75,457 miles
    Test number
    335648876703
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail75,449 miles (+298)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,449 miles
    Test number
    489550391936
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass75,151 miles (+515)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    75,151 miles
    Test number
    680349843715
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened advance to suspension parts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass74,636 miles (+990)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,636 miles
    Test number
    398696841622
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Y pipe after rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass73,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,646 miles
    Test number
    351814129190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail73,646 miles (+2,985)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,646 miles
    Test number
    992584076996
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass70,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,661 miles
    Test number
    569199777679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,661 miles (+3,954)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,661 miles
    Test number
    423640005521
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass66,707 miles (+1,863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,707 miles
    Test number
    434213367836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  10. Pass64,844 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,844 miles
    Test number
    835973625107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,741 miles (+8,339)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,741 miles
    Test number
    117070234238
    • NoteWiper blades smearing slightly

  12. Pass54,402 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,402 miles
    Test number
    335679043497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing out of shape
    • NoteOff side front seat belt slow to retract

  13. Fail54,402 miles (+9,607)1 failure3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,402 miles
    Test number
    467089343277
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing out of shape
    • NoteFront brake discs worn unevenly and corroded on inner faces
    • NoteOff side front seat belt slow to retract

  14. Pass44,795 miles (+7,410)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,795 miles
    Test number
    246594432230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,385 miles
    Test number
    555402651249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 CTY

Does T18 CTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 CTY is valid until 20 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T18 CTY?
The MOT on T18 CTY is valid until 20 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 CTY done?
T18 CTY was recorded at 75,457 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 2,697 miles a year.
Has T18 CTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 CTY has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T18 CTY 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 T18 CTY find?
T18 CTY passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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