Iveco 35-10 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Iveco 35-10 reliable? We analysed 813 real MOT tests across 137 vehicles to find out.
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The Iveco 35-10 is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, brake pipe excessively corroded and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Iveco 35-10.
Iveco 35-10 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Iveco 35-10. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Iveco 35-10 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Iveco 35-10 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Iveco 35-10 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Iveco 35-10 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Iveco 35-10 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Iveco 35-10 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Iveco 35-10 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Iveco 35-10 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 53 | 60.4% | 149,412 | 171,613 | 195,881 |
| 1999 | 187 | 61.5% | 91,675 | 126,410 | 144,492 |
| 1998 | 277 | 61.0% | 92,379 | 126,283 | 169,802 |
| 1997 | 192 | 60.4% | 94,726 | 116,105 | 163,268 |
| 1996 | 78 | 56.4% | 118,817 | 139,462 | 183,616 |
How Long Does a Iveco 35-10 Last?
Based on 137 Iveco 35-10 vehicles on UK roads.
Iveco 35-10 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Iveco 35-10 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Iveco 35-10
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
61.5% MOT pass rate from 187 tests
56.4% MOT pass rate from 78 tests
The best year to buy a used Iveco 35-10 is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 61.5% across 187 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 56.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Iveco 35-10 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iveco 35-10 THIS CAR | 60.6% | 813 | 125,626 mi | 30 yrs |
| Iveco Daily | 67.4% | 817,098 | 110,012 mi | 30 yrs |
| Iveco Daily 35C12 Mwb | 67.4% | 31,206 | 101,690 mi | 21 yrs |
| Iveco Daily 35S12 Mwb | 65.7% | 26,551 | 115,532 mi | 20 yrs |
| Vauxhall Agila Expression Twinport | 82% | 1,598 | 59,915 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Iveco Daily (67.4% pass rate) and the Iveco Daily 35C12 Mwb (67.4% pass rate), the Iveco 35-10 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Iveco 35-10Should you buy a used Iveco 35-10?
The Iveco 35-10 has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.6% across 813 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Iveco 35-10 are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (121 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (76), and registration plate lamp not working (55). 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 35-10 owner drives around 4,270 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 35-10 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.