Daihatsu Fieldman car check
Find out if a Fieldman has outstanding finance, has been written off or stolen, how many owners it’s had, and which known problems apply to the generation you’re looking at.
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- MOT failure rate
- 31.8%1k tests
- Known problems
- 5across GEN1
- Full report
- £7.49one-off, no subscription
Which Fieldman are you looking at?
Each Fieldman generation has its own weak spots. Here are the known problems.
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Chassis and subframe structural corrosion
Safety risk GEN1The Fieldman's chassis and mounting points suffer severe corrosion that compromises structural integrity. 0x the average. Commercial vehicle exposure to salt, moisture, and rough conditions accelerates deterioration. The load-bearing structure within 30cm of suspension mounting points is particularly vulnerable, with failure rates 7.5x higher than average vehicles.
What to check: Inspect all four wheel arches from inside and outside, looking for brown rust staining, holes, or structural weakness around suspension mounting points. Check the rear crossmember and chassis rails for corrosion, particularly where they meet the body. Look for flaky rust, holes, or areas where me...
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Excessive steering play
Safety risk GEN1The steering system develops excessive free play, with MOT failures at 86.7x the fleet average. This affects steering precision and vehicle control, particularly dangerous on a commercial vehicle. Wear in track rod ends, steering box, or column joints allows significant movement at the steering wheel before the wheels respond. The problem typically manifests at high mileages on vehicles used for commercial or off-road applications.
What to check: With the engine off and wheels straight ahead, turn the steering wheel left and right while watching the front wheels. More than 2-3 inches of movement at the wheel rim before the wheels start to turn indicates excessive play. Check for obvious wear or damage in visible steering linkages under th...
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Suspension component wear
Wear item GEN1Multiple suspension components show accelerated wear patterns, with MOT data showing suspension pins, bushes, and joints failing at 24.9x the fleet average. Shock absorber bushes fail at 10.1x the average rate, and dust covers deteriorate at 7.5x normal rates. The combination of commercial vehicle loading and basic suspension design leads to premature wear of rubber components and ball joints.
What to check: Visually inspect all suspension bushes for cracking, perishing, or obvious displacement from their mountings. Look particularly at leaf spring bushes and shock absorber mounts. Check dust covers on ball joints and CV joints for splits or deterioration that allows contamination. Look for oil leaka...
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Wheel bearing wear
Wear item GEN1Wheel bearings develop excessive play at 10.1x the fleet average failure rate. Commercial vehicle loading and exposure to contamination accelerates bearing wear. The problem typically affects vehicles used for heavy-duty applications or those with poor maintenance history. Early detection is critical as complete bearing failure can cause wheel detachment.
What to check: Jack up each wheel in turn and check for play by grasping the tyre at 12 and 6 o'clock positions and attempting to rock it. Any perceptible movement indicates bearing wear. Spin each wheel by hand and listen for rumbling, grinding, or irregular noise from the hub area. Check for heat buildup or g...
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Brake binding
Safety and MOT risk GEN1Brake calipers and cylinders develop binding issues at 4.0x the fleet average rate. Corrosion and contamination in the brake system cause pistons to seize partially, resulting in continuous brake application. This creates excessive heat, accelerated pad wear, and potential brake fade under heavy use. Commercial vehicle applications with infrequent use can exacerbate corrosion-related binding.
What to check: Check each brake disc for heat discoloration, scoring, or excessive thickness variation. Hot spots or blue discoloration indicate overheating from binding. Look for uneven brake pad wear patterns visible through wheel spokes. Check brake fluid level and colour - dark or contaminated fluid indicat...
We haven’t flagged any common problems for this generation in our data yet. A history check still tells you about finance, write-offs and theft, and the MOT history shows how this particular car has been looked after.
Fieldman MOT results
of Fieldman MOT tests end in a fail, from 1,110 tests.
Most common reasons for failing
- Free play in the steering, measured at the rim ...Steering
- ABS faultBodywork
- Suspension joint dust cover severely deterioratedSuspension
Check the Fieldman you’re buying
One report covers outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and previous owners from Experian, plus MOT history, mileage and the known problems for its generation.
Finance, stolen, write-off and owner history data provided by Experian.
What the check includes
- Outstanding finance Experian
- Write-off status Experian
- Stolen vehicle check Experian
- Previous owners and keeper history Experian
- MOT history and advisories DVSA
- Mileage check DVSA
- Known problems for its generation GetCarWise
- How many are left on the road DVLA
Fieldman questions
Is the Daihatsu Fieldman reliable?
31.8% of Fieldman models fail their MOT based on 1,110 tests analysed. That’s below average for the class. There are 5 known problems to watch for, the most serious being chassis and subframe structural corrosion. A full history check shows whether a specific car has had related write-offs or insurance claims.
What are the main problems with a Daihatsu Fieldman?
The most serious known issues are chassis and subframe structural corrosion, excessive steering play, suspension component wear. Our car check flags whether a specific Fieldman has been written off or had insurance claims linked to these faults.
How do I check if a Daihatsu Fieldman has outstanding finance?
Enter the registration on this page. We query Experian’s finance database and return any outstanding agreements within a minute. If finance is still owed, the finance company can legally repossess the car even after you’ve paid the seller. At £7.49 it’s the cheapest way to avoid a car that isn’t legally for sale.
How do I check if a Daihatsu Fieldman has been written off?
Our check queries Experian’s insurance write-off database for Cat A, B, S and N markers. A Cat S or N Fieldman has been structurally or non-structurally damaged and repaired. This doesn’t mean it’s unsafe, but it affects resale value and some insurers won’t cover it. The check costs £7.49.
Can I check a Daihatsu Fieldman for free?
You can check MOT history free on GOV.UK, which shows past test results and advisories. What it won’t show is outstanding finance, write-offs or theft markers, which are the things that actually cost you money after you’ve bought. Our full check adds all of that for £7.49, using Experian data.
Is a Daihatsu Fieldman HPI check worth it?
HPI is one brand of car check. Our check uses the same Experian data covering finance, stolen, write-off and keeper history, plus MOT analysis and known Fieldman faults that HPI doesn’t include. At £7.49 it’s typically less than half the price of an HPI check.
What does a Daihatsu Fieldman fail its MOT on?
The most common MOT failure on the Fieldman is free play in the steering, measured at the rim .... 31.8% of Fieldman models fail overall, based on 1,110 tests. Checking a car’s full MOT history before buying shows you recurring problems the seller might not mention.
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Finance, stolen, write-off and owner history data provided by Experian. MOT data from DVSA. Known problems from GetCarWise analysis. Updated October 2026.