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R438 NPY

1998 Daihatsu Fieldman

Green Diesel 2765cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,805 mi
Last recorded68,805 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Daihatsu Fieldman103,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR438 NPY
MakeDaihatsu
ModelFieldman
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,765cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 68,805 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 68,803 miles

Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

battery terminal loose

gearbox oil slight leak

rear axle breather pipe snapped

Pass 17 Dec 2014 68,787 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 68,316 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 67,888 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 63,742 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 61,077 miles

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 58,737 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 58,737 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 56,928 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 48,697 miles

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Fieldman?

Based on 39,155 MOT tests across 3,428 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
4,670
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,475
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,940
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,762
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,544
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,469
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R438 NPY is a 1998 Daihatsu Fieldman in Green with a 2,765cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Daihatsu Fieldman models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 103,336 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Fieldman fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R438 NPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Fieldman typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Daihatsu Fieldman is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R438 NPY registered?

R438 NPY is a 1998 Daihatsu Fieldman, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R438 NPY safe to buy?

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