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

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Is the Iris.bus Unknown reliable? We analysed 539 real MOT tests across 121 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 539 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
79.2%
Typical Mileage
138,099mi
Annual Mileage
5,892mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
19yrs

The Iris.bus Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Iris.bus Unknown.

Iris.bus Unknown Number Plates

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

Iris.bus Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

82.4%
2019
98.6%
2018
70.6%
2008
63.9%
2007

Iris.bus Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
2,374 mi/yr
Typical
5,892 mi/yr
Average
8,113 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,706 mi/yr

Iris.bus Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2019 91 82.4% 19,838 39,299 58,538
2018 69 98.6% 8,835 15,543 27,278
2008 68 70.6% 118,722 181,622 243,042
2007 61 63.9% 145,024 183,566 247,661

Iris.bus Unknown Mileage Distribution

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

Median
138,099 mi
75th Percentile
215,706 mi
95th Percentile
503,100 mi
Max Recorded
866,976 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Iris.bus Unknown

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

Best year
2018

98.6% MOT pass rate from 69 tests

Year to avoid
2007

63.9% MOT pass rate from 61 tests

The best year to buy a used Iris.bus Unknown is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 98.6% across 69 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.9% — 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 Unknown Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Iris.bus Unknown THIS CAR 79.2% 539 138,099 mi 19 yrs
Iris.bus Iveco 77.1% 1,974 106,196 mi 26 yrs
Iris.bus Daily 77.9% 1,736 114,950 mi 27 yrs
Suzuki En 73.7% 806 10,921 mi 21 yrs
Citroen Berlingo Multispace Forte 70.3% 364 116,116 mi — yrs

Compared to the Iris.bus Iveco (77.1% pass rate) and the Iris.bus Daily (77.9% pass rate), the Iris.bus Unknown outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Iris.bus Unknown?

The Iris.bus Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.2% across 539 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Iris.bus Unknown owner drives around 5,892 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 Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 19 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 Unknown — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Iris.bus Unknown reliable?
Based on 539 MOT tests, the Iris.bus Unknown has a 79.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Iris.bus Unknown?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Iris.bus Unknown do per year?
The typical Iris.bus Unknown does around 5,892 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Iris.bus Unknown last?
Most Iris.bus Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 19 years based on our analysis of 121 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Iris.bus Unknown?
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 Unknown?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Iris.bus Unknown is 2018 with a 98.6% pass rate across 69 tests.