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Iris.bus Iveco Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Iris.bus Iveco reliable? We analysed 1,974 real MOT tests across 171 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,974 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
77.1%
Typical Mileage
106,196mi
Annual Mileage
10,277mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
26yrs

The Iris.bus Iveco is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Iris.bus Iveco.

Iris.bus Iveco Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Iris.bus Iveco. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Iris.bus Iveco MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Iris.bus Iveco to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

95.4%
2012
86%
2011
87%
2010
85.5%
2009
78.1%
2008
73.9%
2007
72.5%
2003
78.3%
2001
68.6%
2000

Iris.bus Iveco Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Iris.bus Iveco fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 40
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33
Registration plate lamp not working 20
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 17
Brake pipe excessively corroded 17
outline marker lamp(s) not working 16
position lamp(s) not working 14
brake binding 14

Iris.bus Iveco Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Iris.bus Iveco owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,521 mi/yr
Typical
10,277 mi/yr
Average
11,447 mi/yr
Heavy usage
15,389 mi/yr

Iris.bus Iveco MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Iris.bus Iveco year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2012 65 95.4% 72,260 119,853 148,784
2011 86 86.0% 65,454 119,020 163,388
2010 77 87.0% 43,611 91,033 125,997
2009 110 85.5% 42,042 81,806 123,495
2008 352 78.1% 55,881 93,370 128,893
2007 655 73.9% 50,239 92,801 144,100
2003 138 72.5% 88,728 117,784 168,585
2001 60 78.3% 100,326 124,127 140,015
2000 242 68.6% 106,245 159,821 200,755

How Long Does a Iris.bus Iveco Last?

Based on 171 Iris.bus Iveco vehicles on UK roads.

Average
11.5 years
Median
10.5 years
Estimated max lifespan
26 years

Iris.bus Iveco Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Iris.bus Iveco MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
106,196 mi
75th Percentile
151,257 mi
95th Percentile
227,762 mi
Max Recorded
941,121 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Iris.bus Iveco

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2012

95.4% MOT pass rate from 65 tests

Year to avoid
2000

68.6% MOT pass rate from 242 tests

The best year to buy a used Iris.bus Iveco is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.4% across 65 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Iris.bus Iveco Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Iris.bus Iveco THIS CAR 77.1% 1,974 106,196 mi 26 yrs
Iris.bus Daily 77.9% 1,736 114,950 mi 27 yrs
Iris.bus Unknown 79.2% 539 138,099 mi 19 yrs
Ford Kuga Stln X Frst ED Eblue 4X4A 89.9% 812 29,498 mi — yrs
Kawasaki KH100 79.3% 716 13,904 mi 44 yrs

Compared to the Iris.bus Daily (77.9% pass rate) and the Iris.bus Unknown (79.2% pass rate), the Iris.bus Iveco trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Iris.bus Iveco?

The Iris.bus Iveco has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.1% across 1,974 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Iris.bus Iveco are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (40 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (33), and registration plate lamp not working (20). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Iris.bus Iveco owner drives around 10,277 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Iris.bus Iveco models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Iris.bus Iveco — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Iris.bus Iveco reliable?
Based on 1,974 MOT tests, the Iris.bus Iveco has a 77.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Iris.bus Iveco?
The most common MOT failures are parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and registration plate lamp not working. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Iris.bus Iveco do per year?
The typical Iris.bus Iveco does around 10,277 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Iris.bus Iveco last?
Most Iris.bus Iveco models stay on UK roads for around 26 years based on our analysis of 171 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Iris.bus Iveco?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Iris.bus Iveco?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Iris.bus Iveco is 2012 with a 95.4% pass rate across 65 tests.