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AY04 TVK

2004 Mercedes-benz Hymer

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,239 mi
Last recorded117,239 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 TVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelHymer
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 117,239 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general under side corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 May 2025 117,175 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Excessive corrosion to multiple brake pipes - some concerning (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded Across front subframe - Marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded Across rear axle - Marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both pipes from rear axle forward - Marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Metal pipe joining to caliper - Marked yellow (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Kicks up to the offside - European spec (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Metal pipe joining to caliper - Marked yellow (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Kicks up to the offside - European spec (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Corrosion to underside of vehicle and components

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking from joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front subframe corroded

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

both rear handbrake chambers - gaiters split

Pass 8 May 2024 111,949 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main run brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 May 2023 108,130 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 102,979 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2022 102,910 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit reading 1.19 limit 1.0 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 100,186 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 97,756 miles

Air Handbrake chamber gaitors damage

Pass 19 Jun 2018 94,676 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 94,660 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 90,351 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Jun 2017 90,345 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 May 2016 84,692 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 77,073 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 63,374 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 59,795 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 52,760 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 52,760 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 48,687 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 43,934 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 38,117 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Mar 2009 38,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear brake actuator rubber split

Pass 1 Apr 2008 31,364 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 21,377 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Hymer?

Based on 3,225 MOT tests across 557 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
3,043
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 29
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14
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AY04 TVK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Hymer in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Hymer fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY04 TVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Hymer typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Hymer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AY04 TVK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Hymer, first registered on 7 July 2004.

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