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A988 PAE

2003 Mercedes Hymer

Beige Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

223,072 mi
Last recorded223,072 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Hymer46,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA988 PAE
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 223,072 miles

Central Rear body crossmember corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2018 233,070 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Body has slight corrosion rear body crossmember (6.1.B.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 233,070 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Body has slight corrosion rear body crossmember (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 223,051 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 222,984 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 222,984 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 222,919 miles

water tank insecure

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 12 Sep 2012 222,306 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 222,218 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 220,761 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 220,761 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 218,819 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 210,813 miles

front discs slightly corroded

rear leaf spring bushes slightly worn

slight corossion to offside front step/floor

Fail 1 May 2008 210,813 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

front discs slightly corroded

rear leaf spring bushes slightly worn

slight corossion to offside front step/floor

Pass 28 Apr 2007 217,791 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 217,493 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 217,493 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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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A988 PAE is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer in Beige with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 46,458 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 A988 PAE, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes Hymer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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A988 PAE is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 12 May 2003.

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