Iveco Dailey Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Iveco Dailey reliable? We analysed 3,131 real MOT tests across 240 vehicles to find out.
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The Iveco Dailey 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 Dailey.
Iveco Dailey Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Iveco Dailey. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Iveco Dailey MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Iveco Dailey to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Iveco Dailey Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Iveco Dailey fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Iveco Dailey Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Iveco Dailey owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Iveco Dailey MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Iveco Dailey year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 69 | 71.0% | 84,980 | 113,437 | 124,986 |
| 2005 | 94 | 71.3% | 46,525 | 110,956 | 147,247 |
| 2004 | 353 | 64.9% | 68,137 | 100,082 | 154,456 |
| 2003 | 351 | 64.7% | 66,200 | 102,413 | 148,470 |
| 2002 | 498 | 62.2% | 85,799 | 119,703 | 155,244 |
| 2001 | 659 | 63.0% | 80,344 | 112,146 | 152,131 |
| 2000 | 274 | 60.6% | 90,774 | 121,391 | 164,054 |
| 1999 | 285 | 62.8% | 77,672 | 118,654 | 199,999 |
| 1998 | 186 | 62.9% | 95,484 | 130,485 | 174,095 |
| 1997 | 145 | 66.2% | 99,944 | 152,225 | 198,418 |
| 1996 | 68 | 63.2% | 109,311 | 164,846 | 261,240 |
How Long Does a Iveco Dailey Last?
Based on 240 Iveco Dailey vehicles on UK roads.
Iveco Dailey Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Iveco Dailey 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 Dailey
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.3% MOT pass rate from 94 tests
60.6% MOT pass rate from 274 tests
The best year to buy a used Iveco Dailey is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.3% across 94 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Iveco Dailey Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iveco Dailey THIS CAR | 64.0% | 3,131 | 116,295 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 |
| Kawasaki Zx 1000 D7F | 87.1% | 3,517 | 13,656 mi | 19 yrs |
Compared to the Iveco Daily (67.4% pass rate) and the Iveco Daily 35C12 Mwb (67.4% pass rate), the Iveco Dailey trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Iveco DaileyShould you buy a used Iveco Dailey?
The Iveco Dailey has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.0% across 3,131 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Iveco Dailey are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (367 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (266), and registration plate lamp not working (200). 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 Dailey owner drives around 5,838 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 Dailey 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.