Fiat Hymer Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Fiat Hymer car check
Is the Fiat Hymer reliable? We analysed 25,281 real MOT tests across 1,779 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Hymer is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, headlamp aim too low and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Hymer.
Fiat Hymer Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Hymer. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Hymer MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Hymer to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Hymer Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Hymer fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Hymer Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Hymer owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Hymer MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Hymer year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 182 | 91.8% | 9,088 | 12,603 | 17,872 |
| 2020 | 316 | 90.5% | 8,974 | 13,600 | 19,995 |
| 2019 | 565 | 90.4% | 9,736 | 14,471 | 22,090 |
| 2018 | 923 | 92.1% | 9,918 | 15,639 | 23,776 |
| 2017 | 1,060 | 91.3% | 11,408 | 17,528 | 24,793 |
| 2016 | 529 | 87.5% | 13,534 | 20,701 | 30,230 |
| 2015 | 208 | 87.5% | 14,646 | 23,837 | 34,381 |
| 2014 | 218 | 86.2% | 16,717 | 25,834 | 38,013 |
| 2013 | 163 | 90.2% | 22,034 | 29,676 | 41,755 |
| 2012 | 102 | 87.3% | 19,339 | 27,213 | 38,455 |
| 2011 | 233 | 87.1% | 20,221 | 28,184 | 39,967 |
| 2010 | 195 | 83.6% | 25,152 | 40,900 | 57,298 |
| 2009 | 139 | 84.2% | 27,321 | 47,227 | 65,712 |
| 2008 | 348 | 79.0% | 25,389 | 38,392 | 56,513 |
| 2007 | 605 | 80.3% | 20,662 | 33,618 | 54,436 |
| 2006 | 1,079 | 81.6% | 19,690 | 36,609 | 58,683 |
| 2005 | 963 | 79.5% | 22,955 | 42,947 | 71,021 |
| 2004 | 1,848 | 78.6% | 25,911 | 43,654 | 65,727 |
| 2003 | 1,843 | 75.9% | 28,394 | 48,875 | 81,715 |
| 2002 | 1,196 | 73.7% | 36,040 | 59,167 | 89,688 |
How Long Does a Fiat Hymer Last?
Based on 1,779 Fiat Hymer vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Hymer Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Hymer MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Hymer
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.1% MOT pass rate from 923 tests
61.2% MOT pass rate from 139 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Hymer is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.1% across 923 tests. The 1987 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Hymer Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Hymer THIS CAR | 76.8% | 25,281 | 61,394 mi | 40 yrs |
| Fiat Punto | 68.7% | 6,712,102 | 61,468 mi | 32 yrs |
| Fiat 500 | 76.9% | 3,854,072 | 42,469 mi | 18 yrs |
| Fiat Ducato | 75% | 1,962,737 | 48,690 mi | 38 yrs |
| Ford Tourneo Custom 320 Ti Eblue A | 82.7% | 12,712 | 38,003 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Hymer sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Fiat HymerShould you buy a used Fiat Hymer?
The Fiat Hymer has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.8% across 25,281 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Fiat Hymer are headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (531 recorded failures), headlamp aim too low (354), and brake pipe excessively corroded (299). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Fiat Hymer owner drives around 2,495 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Fiat Hymer models stay on UK roads for around 40 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.