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Iveco Daily Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Iveco Daily reliable? We analysed 817,098 real MOT tests across 76,231 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 817,098 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
67.4%
Typical Mileage
110,012mi
Annual Mileage
8,167mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
30yrs

The Iveco Daily is about 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 Daily.

Iveco Daily Number Plates

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

Iveco Daily MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

81.7%
2023
79.4%
2022
84.8%
2021
80.6%
2020
77.9%
2019
78.5%
2018
76.9%
2017
77.2%
2016
76.6%
2015
72.4%
2014
72.5%
2013
70.6%
2012
71.3%
2011
68.7%
2010
67.2%
2009
66.8%
2008
66.2%
2007
64.8%
2006
64%
2005
64%
2004

Iveco Daily Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54,319
Registration plate lamp not working 38,656
Brake pipe excessively corroded 25,483
position lamp(s) not working 25,160
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 24,468
parking brake recording little or no effort 23,752
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,448
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,041
Registration plate lamp not working 15,679

Iveco Daily Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,750 mi/yr
Typical
8,167 mi/yr
Average
11,266 mi/yr
Heavy usage
15,252 mi/yr

Iveco Daily MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 104 81.7% 20,929 37,892 66,760
2022 1,552 79.4% 24,581 36,014 54,975
2021 6,287 84.8% 32,622 53,046 83,630
2020 9,368 80.6% 33,589 54,027 84,860
2019 13,858 77.9% 40,824 63,488 100,045
2018 16,288 78.5% 48,842 78,482 120,455
2017 21,619 76.9% 59,825 94,361 139,404
2016 33,526 77.2% 64,652 103,168 153,180
2015 37,582 76.6% 69,271 106,505 153,397
2014 26,794 72.4% 70,368 108,452 154,347
2013 25,817 72.5% 83,326 121,624 162,406
2012 18,532 70.6% 82,173 120,400 164,054
2011 19,267 71.3% 88,576 130,045 180,516
2010 17,264 68.7% 74,928 115,068 162,615
2009 22,966 67.2% 70,726 113,952 162,561
2008 45,361 66.8% 72,691 114,493 162,478
2007 49,612 66.2% 72,735 111,961 160,258
2006 67,023 64.8% 73,140 112,091 158,253
2005 77,955 64.0% 74,650 112,037 157,436
2004 71,181 64.0% 73,123 109,442 154,582

How Long Does a Iveco Daily Last?

Based on 76,231 Iveco Daily vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.3 years
Median
10.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
30 years

Iveco Daily Mileage Distribution

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

Median
110,012 mi
75th Percentile
155,290 mi
95th Percentile
245,250 mi
Max Recorded
1,241,401 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Iveco Daily

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

Best year
2021

84.8% MOT pass rate from 6,287 tests

Year to avoid
1986

56.9% MOT pass rate from 116 tests

The best year to buy a used Iveco Daily is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.8% across 6,287 tests. The 1986 model year has the lowest pass rate at 56.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Iveco Daily Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Iveco Daily THIS CAR 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
Iveco Daily 35C15 Mwb 65.6% 18,639 112,483 mi 22 yrs
Citroen DS3 71.5% 1,136,829 56,859 mi 16 yrs

Compared to the Iveco Daily 35C12 Mwb (67.4% pass rate) and the Iveco Daily 35S12 Mwb (65.7% pass rate), the Iveco Daily sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Iveco Daily?

The Iveco Daily has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.4% across 817,098 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Iveco Daily are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (54,319 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (38,656), and brake pipe excessively corroded (25,483). 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 Daily owner drives around 8,167 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 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 Daily — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Iveco Daily reliable?
Based on 817,098 MOT tests, the Iveco Daily has a 67.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Iveco Daily?
The most common MOT failures are parking brake: efficiency below requirements, registration plate lamp not working, and brake pipe excessively corroded. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Iveco Daily do per year?
The typical Iveco Daily does around 8,167 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Iveco Daily last?
Most Iveco Daily models stay on UK roads for around 30 years based on our analysis of 76,231 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Iveco 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 Daily?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Iveco Daily is 2021 with a 84.8% pass rate across 6,287 tests.