Hymer Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Hymer Unknown reliable? We analysed 2,106 real MOT tests across 331 vehicles to find out.
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The Hymer Unknown 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 headlamp aim too high. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hymer Unknown.
Hymer Unknown Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hymer Unknown. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hymer Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hymer Unknown to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hymer Unknown Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hymer Unknown fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hymer Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hymer Unknown owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hymer Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hymer Unknown year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 158 | 88.0% | 7,390 | 9,998 | 16,686 |
| 2019 | 129 | 88.4% | 7,048 | 10,908 | 16,533 |
| 2018 | 160 | 91.9% | 9,610 | 16,340 | 22,739 |
| 2017 | 185 | 88.6% | 11,260 | 16,633 | 24,411 |
| 2016 | 201 | 90.0% | 13,300 | 20,636 | 30,057 |
| 2015 | 405 | 87.9% | 14,743 | 23,941 | 34,112 |
| 2014 | 448 | 88.8% | 17,762 | 27,086 | 38,666 |
| 2013 | 117 | 86.3% | 16,946 | 28,514 | 42,470 |
How Long Does a Hymer Unknown Last?
Based on 331 Hymer Unknown vehicles on UK roads.
Hymer Unknown Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hymer Unknown 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 Hymer Unknown
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.9% MOT pass rate from 160 tests
86.3% MOT pass rate from 117 tests
The best year to buy a used Hymer Unknown is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.9% across 160 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hymer Unknown Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hymer Unknown THIS CAR | 87.7% | 2,106 | 21,769 mi | 13 yrs |
| Hymer B | 87.2% | 2,923 | 19,799 mi | 12 yrs |
| Hymer Ml | 90.7% | 1,496 | 19,404 mi | 12 yrs |
| Hymer Exsis | 89% | 1,314 | 18,839 mi | 12 yrs |
| Volkswagen Passat Highline TDI 110 | 80.9% | 2,029 | 131,422 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Hymer B (87.2% pass rate) and the Hymer Ml (90.7% pass rate), the Hymer Unknown sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Hymer UnknownShould you buy a used Hymer Unknown?
The Hymer Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 2,106 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 Hymer Unknown are headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (11 recorded failures), headlamp aim too low (8), and headlamp aim too high (6). 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 Hymer Unknown owner drives around 2,554 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 Hymer Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.