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Iveco Ford Daily Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Iveco Ford Daily reliable? We analysed 1,678 real MOT tests across 149 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,678 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
67.8%
Typical Mileage
159,938mi
Annual Mileage
4,475mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
30yrs

The Iveco Ford Daily is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Iveco Ford Daily.

Iveco Ford Daily Number Plates

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

Iveco Ford Daily MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

68.3%
2004
71.8%
2003
67.5%
2002
72.3%
2001
70.6%
2000
66.5%
1999
69%
1998
58.9%
1997
63.9%
1996

Iveco Ford Daily Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded 91
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Registration plate lamp not working 76
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
position lamp(s) not working 52
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 40
brake binding 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
parking brake recording little or no effort 32

Iveco Ford Daily Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
1,795 mi/yr
Typical
4,475 mi/yr
Average
8,182 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,861 mi/yr

Iveco Ford Daily MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2004 227 68.3% 129,576 172,168 249,374
2003 163 71.8% 99,030 141,023 240,782
2002 126 67.5% 119,891 169,676 192,323
2001 195 72.3% 91,819 126,724 216,712
2000 204 70.6% 92,774 154,980 259,211
1999 230 66.5% 78,132 142,160 179,503
1998 261 69.0% 140,741 194,864 280,941
1997 112 58.9% 166,930 223,245 299,313
1996 97 63.9% 67,740 87,307 142,428

How Long Does a Iveco Ford Daily Last?

Based on 149 Iveco Ford Daily vehicles on UK roads.

Average
15.1 years
Median
15.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
30 years

Iveco Ford Daily Mileage Distribution

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

Median
159,938 mi
75th Percentile
233,471 mi
95th Percentile
340,419 mi
Max Recorded
575,443 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Iveco Ford Daily

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

Best year
2001

72.3% MOT pass rate from 195 tests

Year to avoid
1997

58.9% MOT pass rate from 112 tests

The best year to buy a used Iveco Ford Daily is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 72.3% across 195 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 58.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Iveco Ford Daily Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Iveco Ford Daily THIS CAR 67.8% 1,678 159,938 mi 30 yrs
Ducati Panigale V4 Speciale 94% 654 2,718 mi — yrs
Mercedes-benz Sprinter 314CDI 83.2% 1,229 112,190 mi — yrs
Honda XL 1000 Va-b 90.3% 907 17,377 mi 16 yrs
Peugeot 2008 Allure E-hdi 90.9% 2,156 70,885 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ducati Panigale V4 Speciale (94.0% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz Sprinter 314CDI (83.2% pass rate), the Iveco Ford Daily trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Iveco Ford Daily?

The Iveco Ford Daily has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.8% across 1,678 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Iveco Ford Daily are brake pipe excessively corroded (91 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (81), and registration plate lamp not working (76). 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 Iveco Ford Daily owner drives around 4,475 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 Iveco Ford Daily models stay on UK roads for around 30 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.

Iveco Ford Daily — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Iveco Ford Daily reliable?
Based on 1,678 MOT tests, the Iveco Ford Daily has a 67.8% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Iveco Ford Daily?
The most common MOT failures are brake pipe excessively corroded, parking brake: efficiency below requirements, and registration plate lamp not working. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Iveco Ford Daily do per year?
The typical Iveco Ford Daily does around 4,475 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Iveco Ford Daily last?
Most Iveco Ford Daily models stay on UK roads for around 30 years based on our analysis of 149 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Iveco Ford Daily?
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 Iveco Ford Daily?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Iveco Ford Daily is 2001 with a 72.3% pass rate across 195 tests.