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IVECO DAILY (1997)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 104 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

60%

Total Tests (2024)

104

Avg Mileage

132,515 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,250

Is the 1997 IVECO DAILY reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 22 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the IVECO brand average of 77%.

At 27 years old, 60% of IVECO DAILYs from 1997 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 104 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 132,515 miles.

How does the 1997 IVECO DAILY compare?

Rank among all 1997 cars312th out of 320(top 97%)
Rank among all IVECO models48th out of 50(top 96%)
vs national average-22% (82% avg)
vs 1997 cars average-15% (75% avg)
vs IVECO average-17% (77% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1997 IVECO DAILY has 132,515 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 199,800 miles for a 27-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a IVECO DAILY?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 1997 model has the lowest at 60%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 1997 IVECO DAILY cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 2798cc)
£1,245
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,250
Per month£188/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

IVECO DAILY by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202189%12227,357 mi
202092%44665,357 mi
201988%13045,145 mi
201884%11153,257 mi
201789%17171,119 mi
201684%31291,675 mi
201580%284117,155 mi
201483%162112,332 mi
201384%20992,430 mi
201277%13894,292 mi
201175%197168,586 mi
201071%134131,956 mi
200972%218102,464 mi
200871%400109,789 mi
200771%436113,458 mi
200673%504118,312 mi
200566%603125,140 mi
200467%297131,814 mi
200369%249113,821 mi
200266%195112,648 mi
200167%259116,789 mi
200064%163140,489 mi
199974%7496,643 mi
199874%86138,691 mi
199760%104132,515 mi
199655%4287,619 mi

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About the 1997 IVECO DAILY

The 1997 IVECO DAILY is a large car with a 2798cc diesel engine. 104 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 1997 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 132,515 miles at 27 years old, IVECO DAILY owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

1997 IVECO DAILY Fuel Costs

The 2798cc diesel engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 1997 IVECO DAILY?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,250 (£188/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 60% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

IVECO DAILY Reliability Trend

Newer IVECO DAILYs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 14 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1997 IVECO DAILY

At 27 years old, the IVECO DAILY is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Alternatives to the 1997 IVECO DAILY

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: