Iveco 35S11 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Iveco 35S11 reliable? We analysed 2,872 real MOT tests across 297 vehicles to find out.
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The Iveco 35S11 is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, registration plate lamp not working and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Iveco 35S11.
Iveco 35S11 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Iveco 35S11. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Iveco 35S11 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Iveco 35S11 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Iveco 35S11 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Iveco 35S11 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Iveco 35S11 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Iveco 35S11 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Iveco 35S11 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Iveco 35S11 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 139 | 68.3% | 55,690 | 79,138 | 115,008 |
| 2002 | 674 | 62.6% | 86,021 | 119,369 | 150,722 |
| 2001 | 1,111 | 60.9% | 85,604 | 113,530 | 148,429 |
| 2000 | 853 | 59.3% | 94,620 | 130,782 | 175,470 |
How Long Does a Iveco 35S11 Last?
Based on 297 Iveco 35S11 vehicles on UK roads.
Iveco 35S11 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Iveco 35S11 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 35S11
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
68.3% MOT pass rate from 139 tests
59.3% MOT pass rate from 853 tests
The best year to buy a used Iveco 35S11 is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 68.3% across 139 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 59.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Iveco 35S11 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iveco 35S11 THIS CAR | 61.4% | 2,872 | 118,378 mi | 26 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 |
| Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa L0 | 89% | 5,358 | 16,422 mi | 17 yrs |
Compared to the Iveco Daily (67.4% pass rate) and the Iveco Daily 35C12 Mwb (67.4% pass rate), the Iveco 35S11 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Iveco 35S11Should you buy a used Iveco 35S11?
The Iveco 35S11 has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.4% across 2,872 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Iveco 35S11 are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (380 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (226), and brake pipe excessively corroded (215). 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 35S11 owner drives around 6,645 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 35S11 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.