Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb MOT Failures
An analysis of 14,168 real DVSA MOT tests on the Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb is coil springs broken — this model is 103 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it an extreme outlier for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 14,168 MOT tests, 8.24% of all Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb tests recorded this as a failure.
Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.
Other notable weak points include abs fault (425x the fleet average), obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or... (21x the fleet average), structural corrosion (21x the fleet average), and brake fluid warning light illuminated or defective (52x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.
The failures span 5 categories: Suspension, Brakes, Wipers & Windscreen, Bodywork, Lights & Electrics. If you're inspecting a Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
How failures change with mileage
The Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb's weak points shift as the car covers more miles. Understanding these patterns helps you know what to expect — and what to budget for — at each stage of ownership.
60,000 to 100,000 miles
This is where routine wear items start to show up. Brake components, tyres, and exhaust parts have done serious work by this point. Cars that have been well serviced will show fewer of these failures — this mileage band is where good maintenance really separates the well-kept from the neglected.
For the Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are coil springs broken (103x the average) and light unit fault (40x). anti-roll bar links worn (23x) and obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or... (21x) also appear frequently.
Over 100,000 miles
High-mileage cars accumulate failures across multiple systems. The key question isn't whether things will need doing — they will — but whether the car has been maintained well enough to keep on top of them. Look for a consistent service history and recent MOT passes with minimal advisories.
For the Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are abs fault (425x the average) and coil springs broken (68x). brake fluid warning light illuminated or defective (52x) and main load-bearing structural member fractured o... (51x) also appear frequently.
The shift from coil springs broken at lower mileages to abs fault at higher mileages is typical — early failures tend to be design or factory-related, while high-mileage failures reflect accumulated mechanical wear. A car that's been well maintained will usually dodge the worst of both.
What to check before buying a Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb:
Suspension — check for coil springs broken. Brakes — check for abs fault, brake fluid warning light illuminated or defective. Wipers & Windscreen — check for obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or.... Bodywork — check for structural corrosion, main load-bearing structural member fractured o..., fixings missing or insecure.
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Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb?
Based on 14,168 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is coil springs broken — at 103x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include abs fault and obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or....
Is the Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb reliable based on MOT data?
The Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb has 13 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is coil springs broken. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
Above 100,000 miles, the Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb most commonly fails on abs fault and coil springs broken. Under 60,000 miles, the main issues are .
How do I check a Iveco Daily 35s12 Mwb's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.