Mercedes-benz Hymer Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mercedes-benz Hymer reliable? We analysed 3,225 real MOT tests across 557 vehicles to find out.
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The Mercedes-benz Hymer is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz Hymer.
Mercedes-benz Hymer Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz Hymer. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mercedes-benz Hymer MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mercedes-benz Hymer to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mercedes-benz Hymer Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mercedes-benz Hymer fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mercedes-benz Hymer Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz Hymer models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mercedes-benz Hymer Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz Hymer owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mercedes-benz Hymer MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz Hymer year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 73 | 91.8% | 9,709 | 13,510 | 19,060 |
| 2021 | 136 | 91.9% | 9,446 | 14,174 | 21,947 |
| 2020 | 241 | 92.1% | 9,096 | 14,222 | 20,038 |
| 2019 | 400 | 89.8% | 9,056 | 14,353 | 22,691 |
| 2018 | 527 | 90.9% | 10,937 | 17,080 | 26,072 |
| 2017 | 496 | 94.4% | 11,670 | 18,778 | 28,005 |
| 2016 | 215 | 88.8% | 15,956 | 23,361 | 31,737 |
| 2015 | 57 | 86.0% | 20,043 | 30,421 | 50,559 |
| 2014 | 63 | 82.5% | 11,631 | 21,985 | 32,634 |
| 2007 | 59 | 81.4% | 28,974 | 41,727 | 129,627 |
| 2003 | 167 | 76.6% | 47,720 | 57,362 | 87,380 |
| 2001 | 74 | 66.2% | 116,279 | 176,157 | 215,634 |
| 2000 | 74 | 70.3% | 72,844 | 92,362 | 144,265 |
| 1998 | 61 | 73.8% | 68,636 | 98,970 | 125,446 |
| 1993 | 60 | 71.7% | 161,944 | 186,090 | 199,024 |
How Long Does a Mercedes-benz Hymer Last?
Based on 557 Mercedes-benz Hymer vehicles on UK roads.
Mercedes-benz Hymer Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz 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 Mercedes-benz Hymer
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.4% MOT pass rate from 496 tests
66.2% MOT pass rate from 74 tests
The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Hymer is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.4% across 496 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mercedes-benz Hymer Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-benz Hymer THIS CAR | 85.6% | 3,225 | 23,246 mi | 33 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz C | 77.6% | 8,031,355 | 77,082 mi | 32 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz E | 79.4% | 4,722,746 | 83,960 mi | 33 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz A-class | 77.6% | 4,204,702 | 57,023 mi | 28 yrs |
| Easy Rider DX90 | 87.6% | 1,089 | 1,581 mi | 26 yrs |
Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz Hymer outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Mercedes-benz Hymer has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.6% across 3,225 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 Mercedes-benz Hymer are headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (29 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (17), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (15). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mercedes-benz Hymer with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Mercedes-benz Hymer owner drives around 3,043 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 Mercedes-benz Hymer models stay on UK roads for around 33 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.