Daihatsu Fieldman Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daihatsu Fieldman reliable? We analysed 39,155 real MOT tests across 3,428 vehicles to find out.
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The Daihatsu Fieldman is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daihatsu Fieldman.
Daihatsu Fieldman Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daihatsu Fieldman. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daihatsu Fieldman MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daihatsu Fieldman to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daihatsu Fieldman Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daihatsu Fieldman fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daihatsu Fieldman Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daihatsu Fieldman owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daihatsu Fieldman MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daihatsu Fieldman year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 713 | 69.3% | 63,299 | 86,982 | 120,865 |
| 2001 | 2,352 | 67.2% | 61,865 | 88,326 | 116,165 |
| 2000 | 2,053 | 65.8% | 70,175 | 96,082 | 125,672 |
| 1999 | 5,335 | 66.6% | 71,674 | 96,571 | 124,950 |
| 1998 | 5,733 | 66.5% | 78,803 | 103,336 | 132,619 |
| 1997 | 6,984 | 66.4% | 82,477 | 105,858 | 133,910 |
| 1996 | 5,482 | 63.8% | 88,056 | 112,934 | 140,166 |
| 1995 | 4,394 | 65.0% | 91,217 | 115,601 | 142,578 |
| 1994 | 4,275 | 64.5% | 94,861 | 116,802 | 139,781 |
| 1993 | 1,821 | 65.5% | 88,238 | 119,726 | 146,881 |
How Long Does a Daihatsu Fieldman Last?
Based on 3,428 Daihatsu Fieldman vehicles on UK roads.
Daihatsu Fieldman Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daihatsu Fieldman MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Daihatsu Fieldman
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
69.3% MOT pass rate from 713 tests
63.8% MOT pass rate from 5,482 tests
The best year to buy a used Daihatsu Fieldman is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 69.3% across 713 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daihatsu Fieldman Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daihatsu Fieldman THIS CAR | 65.7% | 39,155 | 106,821 mi | 33 yrs |
| Daihatsu Sirion | 77.3% | 250,499 | 48,096 mi | 28 yrs |
| Daihatsu Terios | 73.8% | 225,773 | 64,314 mi | 29 yrs |
| Daihatsu Fourtrak | 65.9% | 202,121 | 93,622 mi | 40 yrs |
| Fiat Coupe | 64.6% | 73,267 | 88,530 mi | 31 yrs |
Compared to the Daihatsu Sirion (77.3% pass rate) and the Daihatsu Terios (73.8% pass rate), the Daihatsu Fieldman trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Daihatsu Fieldman has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.7% across 39,155 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daihatsu Fieldman are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (4,475 recorded failures), body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (1,940), and brake pipe excessively corroded (1,762). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Daihatsu Fieldman owner drives around 4,670 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Daihatsu Fieldman models stay on UK roads for around 33 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.