Can I import a Daihatsu Move to Australia?

Yes, you can import a Daihatsu Move if it has a chassis code of 5BA-LA150S or 5BA-LA160S and was built from January 2020 onwards. These vehicles are covered by a current SEVS approval, allowing them to be complied and registered in Australia.

How do you find a Daihatsu Move for me?

We can search the Japanese auctions for a Daihatsu Move for you and work out a landed estimate for the exact car before you bid. Just let us know your preferred colour, condition, and budget.

Which Daihatsu Move models does the SEVS approval cover?

The approval covers all variants with chassis codes 5BA-LA150S and 5BA-LA160S, provided they were built from January 2020 onwards. There is no end date for this approval, so newer models remain eligible.

What should I check before buying a Daihatsu Move at a Japanese auction?

Review the auction sheet for rust and mechanical grades, and check the export certificate for the exact build date and odometer reading. We can also request specific photos to verify the condition of the interior and underbody.

What happens after we buy a Daihatsu Move for you?

Once purchased, we arrange shipping to Australia and handle the compliance process at a RAW workshop. After the car is approved, we assist with registration in Queensland so you can drive it legally.

What is a common mechanical issue or watchout for the Daihatsu Move?

Wear on the kei car’s small components — Inspect the auction sheet for any notes on mechanical wear and request photos of the engine bay and underbody to assess condition.

What else should I check on an imported Daihatsu Move? (2)

Potential rust on the chassis and floor — Check the auction sheet's rust grade and ask for underbody photos, as kei cars can be susceptible to corrosion in certain regions.

What else should I check on an imported Daihatsu Move? (3)

High mileage on a compact vehicle — Review the odometer reading on the export certificate and auction sheet to ensure the kilometre count aligns with the car's age and condition.

What else should I check on an imported Daihatsu Move? (4)

Interior wear from urban use — Look at the auction sheet's interior grade and request photos of the seats and dashboard to check for excessive wear or damage.

What else should I check on an imported Daihatsu Move? (5)

Verification of build date for eligibility — Confirm the exact build date on the export certificate to ensure it falls on or after January 2020, as required by the SEVS approval.

ROVER SEVS verified

How to import a Daihatsu Move to Brisbane

The Daihatsu Move is a Japanese kei car hatchback with a distinctive tall-boy design. This shape maximises interior headroom and space, making it a practical choice for urban commuting in Australia.

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About the Daihatsu Move

The Daihatsu Move is a Japanese kei car hatchback with a distinctive tall-boy design. This shape maximises interior headroom and space, making it a practical choice for urban commuting in Australia. It suits buyers who want a compact, easy-to-park vehicle that offers surprising room for passengers and cargo, ideal for navigating tight city streets or small driveways.

Currently, we can import examples with chassis codes 5BA-LA150S and 5BA-LA160S. These vehicles are covered by a SEVS approval for all variants built from January 2020 onwards. Because the approval has no end date, newer production models remain eligible for compliance. We do not currently have auction results for this specific model, so we cannot provide typical Japanese sale prices or landed estimates. However, our team can search the Japanese auctions for a Daihatsu Move that fits your needs and work out a precise landed estimate for the exact car before you bid. If you have a specific colour, condition, or budget in mind, let us know and we will look for the right match.

Why import the Daihatsu Move to Brisbane & Queensland?

AI-generated insights

The tall-boy design provides exceptional interior space for a kei car.

Ideal for urban commuting due to its compact exterior footprint.

SEVS approval covers all variants built from January 2020 onwards.

Chassis codes 5BA-LA150S and 5BA-LA160S are eligible for import.

We provide a landed estimate for the specific car before you bid.

Inspection watchouts & mechanical notes

Commonly reported on the Daihatsu Move: worth checking on the auction sheet, the inspection report or the service history before you bid.

Wear on the kei car’s small components
What to check: Inspect the auction sheet for any notes on mechanical wear and request photos of the engine bay and underbody to assess condition.
Potential rust on the chassis and floor
What to check: Check the auction sheet's rust grade and ask for underbody photos, as kei cars can be susceptible to corrosion in certain regions.
High mileage on a compact vehicle
What to check: Review the odometer reading on the export certificate and auction sheet to ensure the kilometre count aligns with the car's age and condition.
Interior wear from urban use
What to check: Look at the auction sheet's interior grade and request photos of the seats and dashboard to check for excessive wear or damage.
Verification of build date for eligibility
What to check: Confirm the exact build date on the export certificate to ensure it falls on or after January 2020, as required by the SEVS approval.

Estimated landed cost breakdown (Brisbane, QLD)

Expected auction hammer & export docs: Market variable
Shipping (Japan to Brisbane): $4,000 AUD
Port to dealer transport: $250 AUD
Compliance & roadworthy: $1,500 AUD
Rego & stamp duty (approx.): $350 AUD
Import service fee: $1,500 AUD
Est. total drive-away: Contact us for an estimate

At today's rate of ¥110.46 per A$1: the same estimate as the import calculator. Japanese-built cars are generally duty-free under JAEPA. An estimate, not a quote.

Approved SEVS register variants

From the federal ROVER register of published approvals (checked 31/08/2026).

1 approved entry

Chassis code	Variant / spec	Build range	SEV approval
5BA-LA150S, 5BA-LA160S	ALL	01/2020 – No end date	SEV-001005

Daihatsu Move import FAQ

Can I import a Daihatsu Move to Australia?: Yes, you can import a Daihatsu Move if it has a chassis code of 5BA-LA150S or 5BA-LA160S and was built from January 2020 onwards. These vehicles are covered by a current SEVS approval, allowing them to be complied and registered in Australia.
How do you find a Daihatsu Move for me?: We can search the Japanese auctions for a Daihatsu Move for you and work out a landed estimate for the exact car before you bid. Just let us know your preferred colour, condition, and budget.
Which Daihatsu Move models does the SEVS approval cover?: The approval covers all variants with chassis codes 5BA-LA150S and 5BA-LA160S, provided they were built from January 2020 onwards. There is no end date for this approval, so newer models remain eligible.
What should I check before buying a Daihatsu Move at a Japanese auction?: Review the auction sheet for rust and mechanical grades, and check the export certificate for the exact build date and odometer reading. We can also request specific photos to verify the condition of the interior and underbody.
What happens after we buy a Daihatsu Move for you?: Once purchased, we arrange shipping to Australia and handle the compliance process at a RAW workshop. After the car is approved, we assist with registration in Queensland so you can drive it legally.

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Important pricing and vehicle availability disclaimer

The figures, auction results, specifications and images on this page are for information and feasibility guidance only. They are historical Japanese auction data, compliance estimates and general market benchmarks. Unless a car is marked as in stock at CarStrike, the vehicles described here are custom import sourcing possibilities from licensed Japanese vehicle auctions. Final drive-away costs vary with the exchange rate (JPY/AUD), the hammer price, the condition grade and roadworthy requirements.