Iveco Daily 45c18 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 90 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 40.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Iveco Daily 45c18 MOT Reliability Overview
The Iveco Daily 45c18 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 90 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.0% and a failure rate of 40.0%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Iveco Daily 45c18 earns a "Below Average" reliability rating. The average Iveco Daily 45c18 presents for MOT with approximately 71,677 miles on the clock. The 2010 manufacture year performs best with a 66.0% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Iveco Daily 45c18 is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 28.9% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment at 26.7%. Suspension rounds out the top three at 26.7%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 58.9% | 53 |
| 2 | Suspension | 28.9% | 26 |
| 3 | Tyres | 26.7% | 24 |
| 4 | Brakes | 20.0% | 18 |
| 5 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 13.4% | 12 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 11.1% | 10 |
| 7 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 10.0% | 9 |
| 8 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 4.4% | 4 |
| 9 | Steering | 4.4% | 4 |
| 10 | Visibility | 3.3% | 3 |
| 11 | Body, Structure And General Items | 2.2% | 2 |
| 12 | Driver's View Of The Road | 2.2% | 2 |
| 13 | Buses And Coaches Supplementary Tests | 1.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 71,677 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 8.22 | 58.9% | 53 |
| Suspension | 4.03 | 28.9% | 26 |
| Tyres | 3.72 | 26.7% | 24 |
| Brakes | 2.79 | 20.0% | 18 |
| Seat Belts | 1.87 | 13.4% | 12 |
| Body & Structure | 1.71 | 12.2% | 11 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.55 | 11.1% | 10 |
| Visibility | 0.78 | 5.5% | 5 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.62 | 4.4% | 4 |
| Steering | 0.62 | 4.4% | 4 |
| Buses and coaches supplementary tests | 0.16 | 1.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Iveco Daily 45c18 has 71,677 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Iveco Daily 45c18 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.58% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Iveco Daily 45c18 MOT Data
The Iveco Daily 45c18 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 90 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.0% and a failure rate of 40.0%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Iveco Daily 45c18 owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Daily 45c18 is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 28.9% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 28.9% of MOT failures on the Iveco Daily 45c18. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 26.7% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 26.7% of MOT failures on the Iveco Daily 45c18. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 26.7% of failures
Suspension issues account for 26.7% of MOT failures on the Iveco Daily 45c18. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Iveco Daily 45c18?
Based on 90 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Iveco Daily 45c18 has an overall pass rate of 60.0% (40.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Iveco Daily 45c18?
The top 3 reasons a Iveco Daily 45c18 fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (28.9%), 2. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (26.7%), 3. Suspension (26.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Iveco Daily 45c18 reliable?
With a 40.0% MOT failure rate, the Daily 45c18 is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Iveco Daily 45c18?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (28.9%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (26.7%); Suspension (26.7%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.