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DAIHATSU COPEN (2009)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 348 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

86%

Total Tests (2024)

348

Avg Mileage

59,344 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,572

Is the 2009 DAIHATSU COPEN reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the DAIHATSU brand average of 71%.

At 15 years old, 86% of DAIHATSU COPENs from 2009 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 348 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 59,344 miles.

How does the 2009 DAIHATSU COPEN compare?

Rank among all 2009 cars116th out of 575(top 20%)
Rank among all DAIHATSU models3rd out of 100(top 3%)
vs national average+4% (82% avg)
vs 2009 cars average+11% (75% avg)
vs DAIHATSU average+15% (71% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2009 DAIHATSU COPEN has 59,344 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

How much does a 2009 DAIHATSU COPEN cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1298cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,572
Per month£131/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

DAIHATSU COPEN by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
200986%34859,344 mi
200883%46656,910 mi
200780%37366,385 mi
200674%21961,243 mi
200582%21958,916 mi
200475%48764,168 mi
200377%14963,167 mi

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About the 2009 DAIHATSU COPEN

The 2009 DAIHATSU COPEN is a small family car with a 1298cc petrol engine. 348 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 20% of all 2009 cars for reliability.

With an average of 59,344 miles at 15 years old, DAIHATSU COPEN owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2009 DAIHATSU COPEN Fuel Costs

The 1298cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2009 DAIHATSU COPEN?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,572 (£131/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 86% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

DAIHATSU COPEN Reliability Trend

The DAIHATSU COPEN has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2009 DAIHATSU COPEN

At 15 years old, the DAIHATSU COPEN is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Alternatives to the 2009 DAIHATSU COPEN

The DAIHATSU COPEN is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: