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Daihatsu Fieldman

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,765 cc

T538 SFWMOT history

T538 SFW is a grey diesel Daihatsu Fieldman first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 99,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2022
Mileage
99,396 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2021
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,665 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T538 SFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daihatsu
Model
Fieldman
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,765 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T538 SFW was last recorded at 99,396 miles on 15 Oct 2021, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 May 2019: 95,620 miles, lower than 97,682 miles on 17 May 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
99,384 miles · 13 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
1,665 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 99,396 miles
  • 2020 – 98,894 miles
  • 2019 – 95,620 miles
  • 2018 – 95,612 miles
  • 2017 – 93,792 miles
  • 2016 – 91,967 miles
  • 2015 – 90,738 miles
  • 2014 – 89,504 miles
  • 2013 – 88,419 miles
  • 2012 – 86,590 miles
  • 2011 – 85,316 miles
  • 2010 – 83,156 miles
  • 2009 – 81,209 miles
  • 2008 – 79,194 miles
  • 2007 – 79,166 miles
  • 2006 – 73,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,396 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,396 miles (+12)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    99,396 miles
    Test number
    420026934608
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Fail99,384 miles (+57)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,384 miles
    Test number
    651900158555
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Fail99,327 miles (+433)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,327 miles
    Test number
    860820782571
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Pass98,894 miles (+20)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    98,894 miles
    Test number
    549796517502
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail98,874 miles (+3,254)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,874 miles
    Test number
    646144077128
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability axle tie rod mount (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,620 miles (-2,062)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    95,620 miles
    Test number
    217577384327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,682 miles (+2,070)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,682 miles
    Test number
    606096471351
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened axle tie rod mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass95,612 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    95,612 miles
    Test number
    452484302354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail95,612 miles (+1,820)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,612 miles
    Test number
    508422631335
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass93,792 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,792 miles
    Test number
    681456773391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail93,783 miles (+1,816)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,783 miles
    Test number
    169128423242
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass91,967 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,967 miles
    Test number
    780824050888
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail91,957 miles (+1,219)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,957 miles
    Test number
    514232778339
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass90,738 miles (+1,234)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,738 miles
    Test number
    208042035411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  15. Pass89,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    89,504 miles
    Test number
    788239124136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail89,504 miles (+1,085)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,504 miles
    Test number
    995429824185
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass88,419 miles (+1,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    88,419 miles
    Test number
    829443233110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass86,590 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,590 miles
    Test number
    275282232487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail86,590 miles (+1,274)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,590 miles
    Test number
    495271932165
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail85,316 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,316 miles
    Test number
    189533521135
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass85,316 miles (+2,160)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,316 miles
    Test number
    679413621160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    83,156 miles
    Test number
    491273280015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail83,156 miles (+1,947)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,156 miles
    Test number
    791643780094
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Fail81,209 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,209 miles
    Test number
    622636999116
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass81,209 miles (+2,015)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    81,209 miles
    Test number
    943276999121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass79,194 miles (+4)1 dangerous9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    79,194 miles
    Test number
    133691598122
    • DangerousBattery insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail79,190 miles (+24)1 dangerous5 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,190 miles
    Test number
    773909388192
    • DangerousBattery insecure
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass79,166 miles (+5,323)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    79,166 miles
    Test number
    234187157428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass73,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    73,843 miles
    Test number
    724470466152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T538 SFW

Does T538 SFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T538 SFW expired on 14 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T538 SFW?
The MOT on T538 SFW expired on 14 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T538 SFW done?
T538 SFW was recorded at 99,396 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2021, an average of 1,665 miles a year.
Has T538 SFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T538 SFW has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T538 SFW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 May 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T538 SFW find?
T538 SFW passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2021 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively.

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