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111 YXO

1997 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

209,651 mi
Last recorded209,651 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes Hymer128,230 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration111 YXO
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 209,651 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2024 207,577 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2023 197,406 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 May 2023 197,406 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 190,136 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2021 188,009 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 186,385 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 186,385 miles

Central Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 181,526 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 178,736 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 176,051 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 176,051 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 171,287 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 171,287 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 166,344 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 163,571 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 163,571 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 160,291 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 158,392 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Prop shaft universal joint is worn

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Slight oil leak noted

Pass 28 Mar 2012 158,392 miles

Prop shaft universal joint is worn

Slight oil leak noted

Pass 29 Mar 2011 145,273 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 129,491 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 9 Apr 2009 111,437 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front shock absorbers soft operation

Pass 9 Apr 2009 111,437 miles

front shock absorbers soft operation

Fail 15 Apr 2008 96,726 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 96,726 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 79,859 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 79,797 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside rear spring leaf bonding detached

Pass 12 Dec 2005 74,442 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2005 74,442 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Hymer?

Based on 7,168 MOT tests across 384 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,444
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
384
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 199
fog lamp not working 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 97
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 91
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 85
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111 YXO is a 1997 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 128,230 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes Hymer fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 199 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 111 YXO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Hymer typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes Hymer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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111 YXO is a 1997 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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