Daihatsu1998–2018 Critical issues documented

Daihatsu Move: common faults & what to check

Thinking about buying a used Daihatsu Move (1998–2018) in New Zealand? We've documented 20 known faults for this model spanning engine, transmission, body & rust, and electrical. Each researched and verified before it's published. The most serious issues here are rated critical. Every one is listed below with its symptoms and repair cost, and each has its own page with where to look and what to ask the seller. Free, no account needed.

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Critical

Most serious

$300–$1,200

Typical repair

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1 generation variant documented. Pick the shape you recognise: the faults, the servicing and the timeline below all narrow to it. Free, no account needed.

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2000–nowL150-LA1502000–nowL150-LA1500.66 petrol (kei)PetrolDocumented issues9 knownSee faults & what to checkPhoto: User3204 via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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A 1.8 and a 2.4 of the same car do not fail the same way, so the faults below narrow to the engine as well as the year. Free, no account needed.

Which engine is in it? These cover every year of this model.

0.66 petrol (kei)· 0.66 litre petrol

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What to look out for

The checks worth doing on a Daihatsu Move before you hand over any money. Every documented fault is listed below, each with its own page.

Serious issue
Request documented belt replacement records.
See why
EF-VE Timing Belt Failure (Interference Engine)
The EF-VE 0.66L engine fitted to the L900 Move is an interference design — if the timing belt snaps or jumps teeth, pistons contact valves causing immediate catastrophic engine damage. JDM imports frequently arrive with unknown belt history. Factory interval is 60,000 km or 5 years. The water pump is also belt-driven and should be replaced at the same time.
What you would notice
- Sudden complete loss of power or engine stalls without warning
- Engine cranks normally but will not fire
- Loud mechanical knock immediately before failure
Typically $350–$550 to put right.
Costly issue
Test drive and feel for rhythmic vibration during light acceleration.
See why
CVT Belt Judder on Automatic
Move CVT develops shudder from belt and pulley wear on urban short-trip examples.
What you would notice
- Rhythmic shudder or buzz during light acceleration from rest
- CVT fluid darker than the correct specification colour
Typically $600–$3,000 to put right.
Costly issue
Check CVT fluid colour on dipstick — should be pink or red, not dark brown or burnt-smelling.
See why
CVT Judder and Shudder Under Light Load
JATCO-sourced and Daihatsu-internal CVT units fitted to L900 and L175 Move series develop a characteristic judder or shudder when pulling away from rest or accelerating gently. Root cause is degraded CVT fluid friction modifiers and worn forward clutch pack. Many imported units arrive with no CVT fluid change history. Fluid change at 40,000 km intervals can delay onset; degraded units require valve-body service or full replacement.
What you would notice
- Shuddering or vibration when pulling away from a standstill
- Judder most noticeable on a gentle uphill start with light throttle
- Hesitation or jerking between 20–40 km/h under light acceleration
Typically $200–$2,800 to put right.
Costly issue
Use a torch to inspect both sill seams from underneath the vehicle.
See why
Sill Seam and Underbody Rust
JDM-imported Move units generally arrive with mild surface rust but NZ coastal salt and road grime rapidly accelerates sill seam, rear wheel arch lip, and subframe corrosion. Rust begins at factory seam welds on the lower sills and progresses inward. Structural sill rust causes WOF failure in NZ and repair costs escalate quickly once structural metal is compromised.
What you would notice
- Bubbling or flaking paint on lower sill panels
- Visible rust scaling or perforations along sill seam welds
- WOF failure note citing structural corrosion to sills or chassis
Typically $300–$2,500 to put right.
Costly issue
Cold-start from overnight cold and listen for metallic rattle from the engine front.
See why
KF-VE Timing Chain Tensioner Rattle
The L175S Move KF-VE 0.66 engine timing chain tensioner rattles on cold start from oil pressure lag. Persistent rattle beyond 10 seconds indicates worn tensioner or guide wear. Given the small oil capacity, oil changes at 5000km are essential to maintain tensioner function.
What you would notice
- Metallic rattle from engine front on cold start
- Rattle persisting beyond 10 seconds or remaining at operating temperature
Typically $500–$1,800 to put right.
Costly issue
Perform a block test (combustion gas test) on the coolant reservoir.
See why
EF-DE Head Gasket Inter-Cylinder Failure
The EF-DE 659cc DOHC three-cylinder engine used in the L900 and L150 Move series has a documented head gasket failure mode specifically between cylinders 2 and 3. The three-cylinder inline layout creates an asymmetric cooling pattern in the centre of the block where coolant flow is least efficient. The aluminium head expands and contracts at a different rate to the cast-iron block, and the fire-ring lands between cylinders 2 and 3 are the narrowest on the gasket. Repeated thermal cycling causes the composite gasket material to compress permanently (gasket crush), leading to a hot-gas path between the two middle combustion chambers. This results in cross-cylinder combustion gas contamination rather than coolant leakage, making detection harder than a typical external leak.
What you would notice
- Rough idle that worsens when engine reaches operating temperature
- Misfire on cylinders 2 or 3 with no external coolant loss
- White or blue-tinged exhaust on acceleration despite no oil consumption
- Combustion gas detected in coolant reservoir (bubbling) via block test kit
- Loss of compression on two adjacent cylinders
Typically $800–$1,800 to put right.

See all 20 documented issuesEverything researched for the Daihatsu Move, including 2 rated critical.

Depends on which engine this Daihatsu Move has — 20Each of these is documented for one particular engine. Pick the year and engine above to see which of them apply.

Engine, transmission & cooling12

01EF-VE Timing Belt Failure (Interference Engine)

Request documented belt replacement records.petrol1998–2006EngineCan't confirm for this car$350–$550

CommonEngine $350–$550 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

The EF-VE 0.66L engine fitted to the L900 Move is an interference design — if the timing belt snaps or jumps teeth, pistons contact valves causing immediate catastrophic engine damage. JDM imports frequently arrive with unknown belt history. Factory interval is 60,000 km or 5 years. The water pump is also belt-driven and should be replaced at the same time.

Symptoms to notice

Sudden complete loss of power or engine stalls without warning
Engine cranks normally but will not fire
Loud mechanical knock immediately before failure

What to check

Request documented belt replacement records. If unknown, budget for immediate belt-and-water-pump service before use. If a workshop inspection is possible: Remove the timing cover inspection panel and check belt condition, tensioner, and idler.

Where to look: Front of engine behind plastic timing cover, driver's side

Parts involved: Timing belt.

Ask the seller

“Has the timing belt and water pump been replaced, and at what km?”
“Can you provide workshop receipts for the timing belt service?”

02KF-DET Turbo Oil Feed Pipe Clogging and Bearing Failure

2006–2018EngineCan't confirm for this car

CommonEngine

Can't confirm for this car

The turbocharger oil feed pipe on the KF-DET 660cc turbo engine clogs from extended oil change intervals, starving the turbo bearing of lubrication causing seizure.

Symptoms to notice

The turbocharger oil feed pipe on the KF-DET 660cc turbo engine clogs from extended oil change intervals, starving the t
Confirm with pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic

What to check

The turbocharger oil feed pipe on the KF-DET 660cc turbo engine clogs from extended oil change intervals, starving the turbo bearing of lubrication causing seizure.

Where to look: See description

Parts involved: Turbocharger.

03CVT Belt Judder on Automatic

Test drive and feel for rhythmic vibration during light acceleration.petrol2002–2010TransmissionCan't confirm for this car$600–$3,000

CommonTransmission $600–$3,000 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

Move CVT develops shudder from belt and pulley wear on urban short-trip examples.

Symptoms to notice

Rhythmic shudder or buzz during light acceleration from rest
CVT fluid darker than the correct specification colour

What to check

Test drive and feel for rhythmic vibration during light acceleration. CVT fluid darker than the correct specification colour indicates degraded fluid.

Where to look: CVT gearbox

Parts involved: CVT belt and pulleys.

Ask the seller

“Has the cvt belt judder on automatic been inspected or repaired?”

04CVT shudder and reliability on fluid-neglected cars

Confirm CVT versus older auto or manual.2000 onwardTransmissionCan't confirm for this car$300–$3,000

OccasionalTransmission $300–$3,000 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

From the fourth generation the Move offered a CVT, which is smooth when maintained but needs regular fluid changes for durability - something many imported examples have never had. The tell-tale is a shudder pulling away gently or revs flaring without acceleration. On turbocharged Custom models the driveline works even harder. A fluid service can rescue an early case, but a worn-out CVT is a repair that often exceeds a cheap Move's value.

Symptoms to notice

Shudder or judder accelerating gently from low speed
Flaring revs without matching acceleration (slipping)
Whine or hesitation that worsens when the transmission is hot

What to check

Confirm CVT versus older auto or manual.
Accelerate gently from a crawl and feel for shudder, then firmly for slip.
Ask when the CVT fluid was last changed; on a turbo Custom, check maintenance even more closely.

Where to look: CVT transmission at the front of the car

Ask the seller

“Is this a CVT model and when was its fluid last changed?”
“Does it shudder or slip when accelerating?”
“Is it the turbo Custom, and how was it maintained?”

05CVT Judder and Shudder Under Light Load

Check CVT fluid colour on dipstick — should be pink or red, not dark brown or burnt-smelling.petrol1998–2010TransmissionCan't confirm for this car$200–$2,800

CommonTransmission $200–$2,800 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

JATCO-sourced and Daihatsu-internal CVT units fitted to L900 and L175 Move series develop a characteristic judder or shudder when pulling away from rest or accelerating gently. Root cause is degraded CVT fluid friction modifiers and worn forward clutch pack. Many imported units arrive with no CVT fluid change history. Fluid change at 40,000 km intervals can delay onset; degraded units require valve-body service or full replacement.

Symptoms to notice

Shuddering or vibration when pulling away from a standstill
Judder most noticeable on a gentle uphill start with light throttle
Hesitation or jerking between 20–40 km/h under light acceleration

What to check

Check CVT fluid colour on dipstick — should be pink or red, not dark brown or burnt-smelling. Road test on a gentle slope from a full stop with very light throttle. Any shudder is a red flag.

Where to look: CVT transmission unit, underside centre-front of vehicle

Parts involved: Clutch, Mechatronic / valve body.

Ask the seller

“Has the CVT fluid ever been changed, and when?”
“Does it shudder when pulling away on a slight incline?”

06KF-VE Timing Chain Tensioner Rattle

Cold-start from overnight cold and listen for metallic rattle from the engine front.petrol2006–2010EngineCan't confirm for this car$500–$1,800

CommonEngine $500–$1,800 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

The L175S Move KF-VE 0.66 engine timing chain tensioner rattles on cold start from oil pressure lag. Persistent rattle beyond 10 seconds indicates worn tensioner or guide wear. Given the small oil capacity, oil changes at 5000km are essential to maintain tensioner function.

Symptoms to notice

Metallic rattle from engine front on cold start
Rattle persisting beyond 10 seconds or remaining at operating temperature

What to check

Cold-start from overnight cold and listen for metallic rattle from the engine front. Normal clears in under 5 seconds. Rattle beyond 10 seconds indicates worn tensioner or guides.

Where to look: Front of KF-VE engine, timing chain tensioner and guides

Parts involved: Timing chain.

Ask the seller

“Has the kf-ve timing chain tensioner rattle been inspected or repaired?”

07EF-DE Head Gasket Inter-Cylinder Failure

Perform a block test (combustion gas test) on the coolant reservoir.petrol1998–2010EngineCan't confirm for this car$800–$1,800Read the full fault: symptoms, where to look, what to ask the seller

08EF-VE Valve Stem Seal Oil Consumption

Check oil level and note consumption.petrol2002–2006EngineCan't confirm for this car$400–$1,200

CommonEngine $400–$1,200 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

The EF-VE 0.66 in the L150S Move consumes oil from worn valve stem seals on high-km examples. Blue smoke on startup is the primary indicator.

Symptoms to notice

Blue smoke from exhaust on startup and deceleration
Frequent oil top-ups needed between regular service intervals

What to check

Check oil level and note consumption. Blue smoke from exhaust on startup after overnight park indicates valve stem seal or ring wear.

Where to look: EF-VE cylinder head, valve stem seals

Ask the seller

“Has the ef-ve valve stem seal oil been inspected or repaired?”

09KF Camshaft Follower Wear Causing Valve Timing Noise

Camshaft followers wear from extended oil intervals causing valve train noise and loss of performance.2005 onwardEngineCan't confirm for this car

CommonEngine

Can't confirm for this car

Camshaft followers wear from extended oil intervals causing valve train noise and loss of performance.

Symptoms to notice

Camshaft followers wear from extended oil intervals causing valve train noise and loss of performance.
Confirm with pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic

What to check

Camshaft followers wear from extended oil intervals causing valve train noise and loss of performance.

Where to look: See description

10KF Engine Oil Consumption from Piston Ring Wear

KF-VE and KF-DET engines consume oil from piston ring wear, requiring top-up between services.2005 onwardEngineCan't confirm for this car

CommonEngine

Can't confirm for this car

KF-VE and KF-DET engines consume oil from piston ring wear, requiring top-up between services.

Symptoms to notice

KF-VE and KF-DET engines consume oil from piston ring wear, requiring top-up between services.
Confirm with pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic

What to check

KF-VE and KF-DET engines consume oil from piston ring wear, requiring top-up between services.

Where to look: See description

11Front Engine Mount Rubber Fatigue and Vibration

With bonnet open and engine idling, observe engine movement by hand-revving to 2,000 RPM — excessive rocking indicates a failed mount.petrol1998–2010EngineCan't confirm for this car$180–$520

Very commonEngine $180–$520 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

The Move L900/L150 series and contemporary Sirion share a front transverse engine mount design using a hydraulically damped rubber bushing. The rubber isolator in this mount is sized for minimal NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) on a lightweight kei-class vehicle, meaning the rubber compound is softer and more susceptible to ozone cracking and heat-cycle degradation than mounts on heavier vehicles. By 100,000–130,000 km, the rubber bond to the metal inserts separates under the combined stress of engine torque reaction and vertical load. A failed mount allows the engine to rock on acceleration and deceleration, transmitting vibration directly through the subframe into the firewall and floor. On the EF-DE turbo variant (EF-DET), increased torque reaction accelerates mount degradation further.

Symptoms to notice

Vibration felt through steering wheel, floor, and gear lever at idle
Noticeable clunk or thud when selecting Drive or Reverse from Park
Engine rocks visibly when revved with bonnet open
Vibration worsens with air conditioning compressor engaged
Increased cabin noise at idle that diminishes once moving

What to check

With bonnet open and engine idling, observe engine movement by hand-revving to 2,000 RPM — excessive rocking indicates a failed mount. Use a torch to inspect the front mount rubber for cracking, tearing, or separation from the metal bracket. Check for oil contamination on the mount rubber which accelerates degradation. Also inspect gearbox mount and rear torque strut for matching wear.

Where to look: Front engine mount between engine block and subframe crossmember, centre front of engine bay

Parts involved: Turbocharger.

Ask the seller

“Has the vehicle ever had engine mounts replaced?”
“Is there any vibration felt through the floor or steering wheel at idle?”
“Does the engine clunk when shifting into Drive or Reverse?”

12Throttle Body Carbon Fouling

Inspect throttle body bore for grey-black carbon deposits.petrol2002–2010EngineCan't confirm for this car$80–$300

CommonEngine $80–$300 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

Throttle body butterfly and bore accumulate carbon causing rough idle and hesitation.

Symptoms to notice

Rough idle and hesitation from rest at light throttle
Occasional stalling when releasing throttle in traffic

What to check

Inspect throttle body bore for grey-black carbon deposits.
Note rough idle and hesitation on deceleration.

Where to look: Throttle body on intake manifold

Ask the seller

“Has the throttle body carbon fouling been inspected or repaired?”

Electrical2

01Electric Power Steering Column Motor Failure

Scan for EPS fault codes.2002–2010ElectricalCan't confirm for this car$500–$1,800

OccasionalElectrical $500–$1,800 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

EPS column motor fails causing sudden or gradual loss of power assistance.

Symptoms to notice

Sudden loss of power steering with EPS warning light
Heavy steering requiring effort especially at low speeds

What to check

Scan for EPS fault codes.
Test steering — any heavy or inconsistent feel warrants investigation.

Where to look: EPS column motor and control unit

Parts involved: Steering rack.

Ask the seller

“Has the electric power steering column motor been inspected or repaired?”

02Idle-stop / Eco Idle faults and battery drain (LA150)

Warm the car, belt on, and confirm the engine auto-stops and restarts smoothly with no blinking light.petrol2006 onwardElectricalCan't confirm for this car$250–$650

CommonElectrical $250–$650 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

Later Moves (from the LA150 generation) carry Daihatsu's idle-stop/Eco Idle system, which shares the same weaknesses as the Mira e:S: a blinking Eco Idle light, the system refusing to operate, and a small idle-stop battery that discharges or won't restart the engine cleanly when tired. The battery is a specific idle-stop type. A Move whose stop-start has been quietly disabled may be masking a fault or a dying battery.

Symptoms to notice

Eco Idle light blinking or stop-start not working
Slow or rough restart after the engine auto-stops
Battery going flat or needing frequent jumps

What to check

Warm the car, belt on, and confirm the engine auto-stops and restarts smoothly with no blinking light.
Ask the age and type of the battery, and whether stop-start has ever been switched off deliberately.

Where to look: Idle-stop battery in the engine bay; Eco Idle sensors

Parts involved: 12V battery.

Ask the seller

“Does the idle-stop work without a warning light?”
“How old is the battery and is it the idle-stop type?”
“Has the car ever failed to restart or gone flat?”

Body, brakes, suspension & interior6

01Sill Seam and Underbody Rust

Use a torch to inspect both sill seams from underneath the vehicle.petrol1998–2010Body & RustCan't confirm for this car$300–$2,500

CommonBody & Rust $300–$2,500 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

JDM-imported Move units generally arrive with mild surface rust but NZ coastal salt and road grime rapidly accelerates sill seam, rear wheel arch lip, and subframe corrosion. Rust begins at factory seam welds on the lower sills and progresses inward. Structural sill rust causes WOF failure in NZ and repair costs escalate quickly once structural metal is compromised.

Symptoms to notice

Bubbling or flaking paint on lower sill panels
Visible rust scaling or perforations along sill seam welds
WOF failure note citing structural corrosion to sills or chassis

What to check

Use a torch to inspect both sill seams from underneath the vehicle.
Press firmly on lower sill painted surfaces — any softness or flex indicates hidden rust.
Check rear arch lips and subframe pick-up point areas.

Where to look: Lower sill seams both sides, rear wheel arch lips, subframe mounting points

Parts involved: Chassis and structural rust, Body corrosion.

Ask the seller

“Has the vehicle spent time near the coast or been undersealed?”
“Has the underside been inspected recently, and was any rust noted?”

02Brake Caliper Guide Pin Seizure

Check for pulling under braking.2002–2010BrakesCan't confirm for this car$150–$500

CommonBrakes $150–$500 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

Front brake caliper guide pins seize from corrosion causing uneven pad wear.

Symptoms to notice

Vehicle pulling to one side under braking
One front disc hotter than the other after moderate use

What to check

Check for pulling under braking.
Feel for uneven wheel heat.
Inspect guide pins.

Where to look: Front brake calipers

Parts involved: Brake disc and pads.

Ask the seller

“Has the brake caliper guide pin seizure been inspected or repaired?”

03Front Lower Arm Ball Joint Wear

Front lower control arm ball joints wear causing clunking on bumps and imprecise handling.SuspensionCan't confirm for this car

CommonSuspension

Can't confirm for this car

Front lower control arm ball joints wear causing clunking on bumps and imprecise handling.

Symptoms to notice

Front lower control arm ball joints wear causing clunking on bumps and imprecise handling.
Confirm with pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic

What to check

Front lower control arm ball joints wear causing clunking on bumps and imprecise handling.

Where to look: See description

Parts involved: Ball joint.

04Front suspension knocks and worn bushes on high-milers

Drive a rough street and over a speed bump with the radio off and listen for knocks.2000 onwardSuspensionCan't confirm for this car$400–$900

CommonSuspension $400–$900 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

As a tall, light kei car used mostly around town, the Move wears its front suspension bushes, strut mounts and shocks on rough roads and high mileage, producing knocks and creaks and a floaty ride. It is not usually a safety issue on its own but will fail a WOF once a bush or mount perishes badly, and a car that clonks over every bump needs work. Cheap to fix individually, but a neglected front end can add up.

Symptoms to notice

Knock or clonk from the front over bumps
Creaking turning at low speed in a car park
Floaty or bouncy ride on rough roads

What to check

Drive a rough street and over a speed bump with the radio off and listen for knocks.
Push down hard on each front corner and let go - it should settle in one bounce.
Ask when suspension parts were last replaced.

Where to look: Front struts, mounts, shocks and control-arm bushes

Parts involved: Shock absorber / strut.

Ask the seller

“Does the front end knock or creak over bumps?”
“Have the shocks, mounts or bushes been replaced?”
“When was its last WOF and did anything fail?”

05Front Strut Top Mount Bearing Clunking

Turn the steering wheel slowly from lock to lock with vehicle stationary — clunking at the same steering angle indicates worn top mount bearings.2002–2010SuspensionCan't confirm for this car$250–$600

CommonSuspension $250–$600 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

Front strut top mount bearings wear causing clunking when turning the steering wheel.

Symptoms to notice

Clunking from front struts when turning or over bumps
Clunking repeatable at the same steering angle each sweep

What to check

Turn the steering wheel slowly from lock to lock with vehicle stationary — clunking at the same steering angle indicates worn top mount bearings.

Where to look: Front strut top mount bearings both sides

Parts involved: Shock absorber / strut.

Ask the seller

“Has the front strut top mount bearing been inspected or repaired?”

06Inner Rear Wheel Arch Panel Rust

The inner rear wheel arch panel accumulates road grime and begins to rust from the inside out.Body & RustCan't confirm for this car

CommonBody & Rust

Can't confirm for this car

The inner rear wheel arch panel accumulates road grime and begins to rust from the inside out.

Symptoms to notice

The inner rear wheel arch panel accumulates road grime and begins to rust from the inside out.
Confirm with pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic

What to check

The inner rear wheel arch panel accumulates road grime and begins to rust from the inside out.

Where to look: See description

Parts involved: Body corrosion.

Daihatsu Move faults in detail

Each of these has its own page: the symptoms, where to look, what to ask the seller and what the repair costs. Free, no account needed.

EF-DE Head Gasket Inter-Cylinder FailureMajor · Engine

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Daihatsu Move buyer questions

Is the Daihatsu Move reliable?

Like any used car, it depends on the specific example and its service history. Across the 20 documented faults for the Daihatsu Move, the recurring problem areas are engine, transmission, and body & rust. A Daihatsu Move with a full service history and no signs of the issues listed on this page can be a sound buy but each one needs to be checked individually before you commit.

What are the most common problems with a used Daihatsu Move?

We've catalogued 20 known faults for the Daihatsu Move, covering engine, transmission, and body & rust. All 20 are written out in full on this page, with the symptoms to notice, what to inspect, and typical repair costs for each. Free to read, no account needed.

How much do repairs cost on a Daihatsu Move?

Most single repairs on the Daihatsu Move fall between $300–$1,200 at NZ independent-workshop rates. Some of the 20 documented faults cost less and a few cost considerably more, and no one car needs them all. Knowing which ones to look for before you view is what lets you negotiate the price down or walk away.

Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a Daihatsu Move?

Yes. A Daihatsu Move inspection focused on its known weak points is the single best way to avoid an expensive mistake. KickTyres gives you a guided, model-specific inspection plus a market valuation and negotiation figure for $24.90 far less than the cost of missing one of the faults on this page.