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Daihatsu Copen

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 659 cc

V12 VKYMOT history

V12 VKY is a green petrol Daihatsu Copen first used on 21 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 31,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
31,995 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 VKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daihatsu
Model
Copen
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
659 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 VKY was last recorded at 31,995 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 61 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
31,934 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
61 miles
Average per year
1,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 31,995 miles
  • 2025 – 31,934 miles
  • 2024 – 31,116 miles
  • 2022 – 25,850 miles
  • 2021 – 25,692 miles
  • 2018 – 25,472 miles
  • 2017 – 22,637 miles
  • 2016 – 22,033 miles
  • 2015 – 20,337 miles
  • 2014 – 18,763 miles
  • 2013 – 17,205 miles
  • 2012 – 14,785 miles
  • 2011 – 11,506 miles
  • 2010 – 11,295 miles
  • 2009 – 8,256 miles
  • 2008 – 5,442 miles
  • 2007 – 4,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,995 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill area corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill area corroded

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass31,995 miles (+61)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    31,995 miles
    Test number
    459787629922
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill area corroded

  2. Fail31,934 miles (+818)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,934 miles
    Test number
    425161626676
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass31,116 miles (+5,266)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    31,116 miles
    Test number
    734796737168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass25,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    25,850 miles
    Test number
    313384507154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail25,850 miles (+158)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,850 miles
    Test number
    455443738166
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass25,692 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    25,692 miles
    Test number
    822401548170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail25,689 miles (+217)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,689 miles
    Test number
    750029262955
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass25,472 miles (+2,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    25,472 miles
    Test number
    810036836601
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/50R15 Bridgestone (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass22,637 miles (+604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    22,637 miles
    Test number
    706434547800
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to crack in tread

  10. Pass22,033 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    22,033 miles
    Test number
    730325314905
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre is perishing.

  11. Fail22,033 miles (+1,696)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,033 miles
    Test number
    318525159582
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre is perishing.

  12. Pass20,337 miles (+1,574)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    20,337 miles
    Test number
    919960415219
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail18,763 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,763 miles
    Test number
    229579704269
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to perish
    • NoteCentre exhaust section in poor condition

  14. Pass18,763 miles (+1,558)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,763 miles
    Test number
    738789204239
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to perish
    • NoteCentre exhaust section in poor condition

  15. Pass17,205 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    17,205 miles
    Test number
    639206903226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,785 miles (+3,279)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    14,785 miles
    Test number
    428087072158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass11,506 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    11,506 miles
    Test number
    886198171120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,295 miles (+3,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    11,295 miles
    Test number
    274257330144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass8,256 miles (+2,814)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    8,256 miles
    Test number
    192558099042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass5,442 miles (+1,223)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    5,442 miles
    Test number
    224047308468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass4,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    4,219 miles
    Test number
    560138917107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V12 VKY

Does V12 VKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 VKY is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 VKY?
The MOT on V12 VKY is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 VKY done?
V12 VKY was recorded at 31,995 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 1,483 miles a year.
Has V12 VKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 VKY has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V12 VKY 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 V12 VKY find?
V12 VKY passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside inner sill area corroded; offside inner sill area corroded.

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