Iveco Tipper Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Iveco Tipper reliable? We analysed 1,841 real MOT tests across 160 vehicles to find out.
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The Iveco Tipper is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Iveco Tipper.
Iveco Tipper Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Iveco Tipper. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Iveco Tipper MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Iveco Tipper to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Iveco Tipper Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Iveco Tipper fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Iveco Tipper Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Iveco Tipper owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Iveco Tipper MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Iveco Tipper year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 362 | 64.6% | 70,768 | 98,742 | 124,977 |
| 2003 | 375 | 66.1% | 60,249 | 88,222 | 124,099 |
| 2002 | 459 | 62.7% | 69,805 | 97,805 | 127,303 |
| 2001 | 226 | 63.7% | 93,024 | 147,409 | 201,056 |
| 1998 | 61 | 63.9% | 83,996 | 97,781 | 97,781 |
| 1997 | 112 | 66.1% | 78,090 | 95,948 | 113,582 |
How Long Does a Iveco Tipper Last?
Based on 160 Iveco Tipper vehicles on UK roads.
Iveco Tipper Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Iveco Tipper 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 Tipper
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.1% MOT pass rate from 112 tests
62.7% MOT pass rate from 459 tests
The best year to buy a used Iveco Tipper is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.1% across 112 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Iveco Tipper Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iveco Tipper THIS CAR | 65.3% | 1,841 | 99,939 mi | 29 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 |
| Audi A5 S Line TDI | 86.1% | 3,386 | 101,151 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Iveco Daily (67.4% pass rate) and the Iveco Daily 35C12 Mwb (67.4% pass rate), the Iveco Tipper trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Iveco TipperShould you buy a used Iveco Tipper?
The Iveco Tipper has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.3% across 1,841 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Iveco Tipper are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (173 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (95), and brake pipe excessively corroded (87). 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 Tipper owner drives around 7,163 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 Tipper models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.