Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

43% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb reliable?

Based on MOT data from 824 vehicles, the 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb has a first-time MOT pass rate of 69.4%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb (2007)

824 real MOT outcomes analysed • 69.4% first-time pass rate

2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb

CarHunch analysed 824 real MOT records for the 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 IVECO DAILY 35C12 MWB is a significantly weaker performer than the UK average, with a 65.7% first-time pass rate against the typical 80%, and a concerning 43.3% of vehicles having recorded dangerous defects—nearly double what you'd expect from a safe van. This commercial vehicle needs serious scrutiny before purchase.

These vans are running at reasonable mileage for their age (median 112,686 miles), but they average 4.23 failures per test and rack up 22.3 advisory items, suggesting systemic wear and deferred maintenance across the fleet. If you're considering one, budget for immediate remedial work and get a pre-purchase inspection from a diesel specialist, as these vehicles demand hands-on attention to stay roadworthy.

The 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb has a below-average first-time pass rate (69.4% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

69.4%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

43.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.23

Over 13 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

113k

Middle half: 83k–147k

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⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 22.3 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 824 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 824 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 43.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,294 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 81.7%

1,874

Green 4.9%

112

Yellow 4.8%

110

Blue 3%

Red 1.5%

Black 1.4%

Silver 1.1%

Grey 0.6%

Orange 0.6%

Purple 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

112,686

typical

83,179

low mileage

146,668

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb vehicles fall between 83,179 and 146,668 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 83,179 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 83,179–146,668 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwbs sit.

⚠ Over 198,001 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwb — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 24% of 2007 Iveco Daily 35c12 Mwbs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 145 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (24% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.23

Avg failures per vehicle

22.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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