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Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB reliable? We analysed 6,573 real MOT tests across 589 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 6,573 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
64.6%
Typical Mileage
118,361mi
Annual Mileage
8,085mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
21yrs

The Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB 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 service brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB.

Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

69.5%
2007
64.4%
2006
64.5%
2005
66.2%
2004

Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 681
Registration plate lamp not working 598
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 385
position lamp(s) not working 324
parking brake recording little or no effort 289
brake recording little or no effort 229
Side repeater incorrect colour 212
fog lamp not working 210
Horn not working 199
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 196

Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,961 mi/yr
Typical
8,085 mi/yr
Average
11,688 mi/yr
Heavy usage
15,889 mi/yr

Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2007 131 69.5% 71,468 113,957 157,598
2006 2,765 64.4% 79,864 118,294 160,028
2005 3,456 64.5% 83,429 119,228 163,416
2004 136 66.2% 80,208 118,300 170,115

How Long Does a Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB Last?

Based on 589 Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.9 years
Median
9.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
21 years

Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
118,361 mi
75th Percentile
162,052 mi
95th Percentile
243,281 mi
Max Recorded
992,696 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB

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

Best year
2007

69.5% MOT pass rate from 131 tests

Year to avoid
2006

64.4% MOT pass rate from 2,765 tests

The best year to buy a used Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 69.5% across 131 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB THIS CAR 64.6% 6,573 118,361 mi 21 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
Seat Altea Freetrack 77.4% 2,256 87,134 mi 21 yrs

Compared to the Iveco Daily (67.4% pass rate) and the Iveco Daily 35C12 Mwb (67.4% pass rate), the Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB?

The Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.6% across 6,573 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

The most common problems on the Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (681 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (598), and service brake: efficiency below requirements (385). 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 35 S12 LWB owner drives around 8,085 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 35 S12 LWB models stay on UK roads for around 21 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 35 S12 LWB — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB reliable?
Based on 6,573 MOT tests, the Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB has a 64.6% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB?
The most common MOT failures are parking brake: efficiency below requirements, registration plate lamp not working, and service brake: efficiency below requirements. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB do per year?
The typical Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB does around 8,085 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB last?
Most Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB models stay on UK roads for around 21 years based on our analysis of 589 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB?
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 35 S12 LWB?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Iveco Daily 35 S12 LWB is 2007 with a 69.5% pass rate across 131 tests.