Used buying checklist
Iveco Daily reliability, common problems and used buying checks
A used Iveco Daily looks worse than average for reliability in UK MOT data: 23.7% of 38,973 tests failed, compared with 18.7% across all indexed models. A good example should have a clean MOT history for corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and suspension and steering.
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and suspension and steering.
Start with corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and suspension and steering, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). MOT data does not capture every reliability issue, especially intermittent engine, gearbox or infotainment faults that do not appear during the test.
- 23.7% MOT failure rate
- Median tested mileage 113,888 miles
- 9,245 failed MOT tests analysed
Corrosion and structure is the clearest area to check
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in this model's MOT history (36.0 MOT notes per 100 tests). Example MOT phrases from this area include excessively corroded, prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and corroded and seriously weakened.
Example MOT phrases to search in the car's history:
- excessively corroded
- prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength
- corroded and seriously weakened
- corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced
- inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps
- warning lamp illuminated
- does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps
- inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
- ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated
- ball joint has excessive play
Focus on corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and suspension and steering
The model's recorded failure rate is 23.7%, +5.0 percentage points compared with the average across all models. Use the seller questions below to check whether repeat MOT notes have actually been repaired.
- MOT tests analysed38,973 tests
- Median tested mileage113,888 miles
- Failed MOT tests9,245
Should you buy a used Iveco Daily?
76.3% of the MOT tests we analysed for this model passed. The model's recorded failure rate is 23.7%, +5.0 percentage points compared with the average across all models. This is a buying brief for the exact car in front of you: clean repeat history matters more than badge reputation.
- Repeat unresolved MOT notes for corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and suspension and steering
- corrosion and structure appearing across more than one MOT
- Any dangerous MOT failure on the exact car, especially if the same area appears again later
- No paperwork showing applicable recall work has been completed
- A seller who cannot explain MOT wording such as "excessively corroded"
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and suspension and steering.
Start with corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and suspension and steering, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (36.0 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Past 100k miles on the Iveco Daily, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and suspension and steering.
The MOT failure rate rises from 13.1% at 0-3 years to 30.4% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%.
Start with corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller.
5 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
What should I check first?
Start with corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, suspension and steering, and emissions, engine, and exhaust. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller. Each item shows whether it comes from MOT results, recall notices, or a standard used-car check.
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Corrosion and structure Seen in MOT results
Corrosion and structure is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (36.0 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Inspect sills, subframes, mounting points, arches, and underside corrosion advisories.
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Lights and electrical Seen in MOT results
Lights and electrical is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (27.4 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check every lamp, warning light, horn, battery condition, and dashboard messages.
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Suspension and steering Seen in MOT results
Suspension and steering is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (17.4 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Listen for knocks, check uneven tyre wear, and inspect steering play.
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Emissions, engine, and exhaust Seen in MOT results
Emissions, engine, and exhaust is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (13.9 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check warning lights, smoke, exhaust leaks, recent emissions failures, and service history.
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Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors Seen in MOT results
Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (13.6 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check windscreen damage, wiper operation, washers, mirrors, and demisting.
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Tyres and wheels Seen in MOT results
Tyres and wheels is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (2.9 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check tyre age, tread depth, sidewall damage, wheel condition, and alignment wear.
What changes with mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Iveco Daily, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and suspension and steering.
Common MOT problem areas
Common faults: what usually fails on this model?
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (36.0 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Recall-related areas to verify
Official recall areas
Manufacturer recall notices for the Iveco Daily mainly involve 6 areas: suspension and steering, brakes, emissions, engine, and exhaust, and lights and electrical. Treat each as something to verify on the specific car you are viewing; the recall table below shows the official notice text.
Mileage and age checks
Mileage changes: what starts showing up after high mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Iveco Daily, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and suspension and steering. On lower-mileage cars, the most common named areas are lights and electrical, corrosion and structure, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors.
| Mileage range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median mileage |
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| 0-50k | 5,705 | 4,636 | 15.5%+4.7 percentage points vs all models | 35,234 miles |
| 50-100k | 10,387 | 7,902 | 22.9%+2.2 percentage points vs all models | 75,554 miles |
| 100-150k | 10,230 | 7,570 | 26.7%+0.5 percentage points vs all models | 124,464 miles |
| 150-200k | 6,730 | 5,064 | 26.6%-0.7 percentage points vs all models | 170,312 miles |
| 200k+ | 4,936 | 3,697 | 26.7%+0.1 percentage points vs all models | 238,364 miles |
Problem areas by mileage
Past 100k miles on the Iveco Daily, MOT records most often point to corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and suspension and steering.
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Fair comparisons: is this problem normal for its age?
The MOT failure rate rises from 13.1% at 0-3 years to 30.4% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%. The highest failure rate by age is 30.4% for 15+ years cars, based on 8,854 tests.
| Age range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median age |
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| 0-3 years 2023–2026 reg. |
2,109 | 1,852 | 13.1%+4.7 percentage points vs all models | 2.9 years |
| 3-6 years 2020–2023 reg. |
8,588 | 6,828 | 17.6%+7.1 percentage points vs all models | 4.9 years |
| 6-10 years 2016–2020 reg. |
13,531 | 10,291 | 23.0%+6.4 percentage points vs all models | 7.8 years |
| 10-15 years 2011–2016 reg. |
5,891 | 4,262 | 28.0%+4.4 percentage points vs all models | 12.2 years |
| 15+ years pre-2011 reg. |
8,854 | 6,217 | 30.4%+4.5 percentage points vs all models | 17.7 years |
Recall records and data freshness
Recall context: are there safety notices to know about?
5 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
| 2023-05-02 | The engine dataset may not comply with OBD (On board diagnostic) regulations. The engine dataset may not comply with OBD (On board diagnostic) regulations. Perform a software update of the engine dataset |
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| 2022-11-18 | Potential damage to the front brake hose caused by an incorrect layout of the pipes and / or by the wiring provided for the optional EPB (Electronic Park Brake) / TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) with consequent possibility of gradual loss of efficiency of the braking system Potential damage to the front brake hose caused by an incorrect layout of the pipes Visual check on the condition of the flexible pipe located in the area on the left front wheel side and in case of interference with the electric cable the pipe will be to be repositioned or replaced if worn / damaged. |
| 2022-07-08 | FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINTMAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION Front suspension ball joint may not be to specification. Check the front suspension ball joint play and if necessary replace the component. |
| 2021-10-18 | INCORRECT MONITORING OF THE UREA TANK TEMPERATURE AND INSUFFICIENT PROTECTION OF THE ENGINE DATASET IN CASE OF TAMPERING. Incorrect monitoring of the urea tank temperature and Insufficient protection of the engine dataset in case of tampering. Update of the ECU through a new software and update of the calibration software of the diagnosis of the urea tank temperature sensor. |
| 2021-07-19 | POOR PERFORMANCE OF THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM Poor performance of the fuel injection system due to a fuel contamination (not linked with a quality of the fuel itself). Replacement of the fuel filter cartridge increasing the filtration system and testing the injectors. In case of checks with negative result the electro-injectors will be replaced. |
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Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). These are patterns from many MOT tests and recall notices. They help you decide what to inspect and what to ask; they do not certify the condition of one specific car.