Mercedes Hymer Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Mercedes Hymer car check
Is the Mercedes Hymer reliable? We analysed 7,168 real MOT tests across 384 vehicles to find out.
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The Mercedes Hymer is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, fog lamp not working and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes Hymer.
Mercedes Hymer Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mercedes Hymer. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mercedes Hymer MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mercedes Hymer to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mercedes Hymer Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mercedes Hymer fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mercedes Hymer Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mercedes Hymer owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mercedes Hymer MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes Hymer year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 173 | 84.4% | 16,686 | 26,772 | 41,926 |
| 2007 | 236 | 88.1% | 18,860 | 35,707 | 57,256 |
| 2006 | 317 | 80.1% | 30,061 | 55,745 | 90,899 |
| 2005 | 170 | 76.5% | 24,919 | 48,363 | 116,832 |
| 2004 | 322 | 78.0% | 36,046 | 61,580 | 107,933 |
| 2003 | 417 | 83.0% | 27,859 | 46,458 | 112,080 |
| 2002 | 613 | 75.7% | 37,118 | 59,418 | 84,090 |
| 2001 | 578 | 77.3% | 45,118 | 61,773 | 88,222 |
| 2000 | 271 | 77.5% | 39,570 | 67,077 | 86,397 |
| 1999 | 190 | 75.8% | 60,488 | 93,528 | 131,040 |
| 1998 | 381 | 79.3% | 53,454 | 87,950 | 114,992 |
| 1997 | 303 | 72.6% | 91,416 | 128,230 | 154,738 |
| 1996 | 137 | 72.3% | 78,178 | 98,950 | 139,166 |
| 1994 | 504 | 72.4% | 106,891 | 145,816 | 178,136 |
| 1993 | 493 | 75.1% | 107,108 | 149,950 | 198,875 |
| 1992 | 342 | 75.1% | 115,192 | 151,672 | 172,450 |
| 1991 | 351 | 78.3% | 110,918 | 138,094 | 158,790 |
| 1990 | 331 | 74.3% | 88,124 | 123,223 | 163,364 |
| 1989 | 174 | 70.7% | 105,310 | 123,210 | 153,440 |
| 1988 | 278 | 67.3% | 94,090 | 148,607 | 177,014 |
How Long Does a Mercedes Hymer Last?
Based on 384 Mercedes Hymer vehicles on UK roads.
Mercedes Hymer Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes 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 Hymer
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.1% MOT pass rate from 236 tests
63.3% MOT pass rate from 79 tests
The best year to buy a used Mercedes Hymer is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.1% across 236 tests. The 1981 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mercedes Hymer Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Hymer THIS CAR | 76.5% | 7,168 | 95,544 mi | 45 yrs |
| Mercedes Motorhome | 76.7% | 14,848 | 66,873 mi | 45 yrs |
| Mercedes Unknown | 79.2% | 11,881 | 102,484 mi | 39 yrs |
| Mercedes Camper | 74.6% | 8,342 | 82,260 mi | 47 yrs |
| Kawasaki Er 650 C9F | 86.2% | 2,824 | 13,035 mi | 17 yrs |
Compared to the Mercedes Motorhome (76.7% pass rate) and the Mercedes Unknown (79.2% pass rate), the Mercedes Hymer trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Mercedes HymerShould you buy a used Mercedes Hymer?
The Mercedes Hymer has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.5% across 7,168 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 Hymer are headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (199 recorded failures), fog lamp not working (113), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (97). 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 Mercedes Hymer owner drives around 2,444 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 Hymer models stay on UK roads for around 45 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.