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C147 HBA

1986 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

261,957 mi
Last recorded261,957 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes Hymer122,350 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC147 HBA
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,900cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 261,957 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 261,957 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt of the wrong type (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt forward boot (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear boot (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake lagging in operation spongy (1.2.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear park brake low effort

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 256,689 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material limiter to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

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

n/s/r outrigger rusty/holed.

Fail 21 Jun 2019 256,684 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material limiter to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

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

n/s/r outrigger rusty/holed.

Pass 25 Apr 2018 251,487 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 251,485 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 250,243 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 248,986 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 246,883 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 245,104 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 243,350 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 242,957 miles

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

nearside front wheel has slight bind

Pass 25 May 2011 242,293 miles

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Fail 21 May 2011 242,292 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 241,293 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 231,930 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 224,711 miles

o/s/f tyre perished - advise replacement

Pass 20 Dec 2006 215,848 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 215,628 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 208,831 miles

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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C147 HBA is a 1986 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 122,350 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C147 HBA, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes Hymer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C147 HBA registered?

C147 HBA is a 1986 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C147 HBA safe to buy?

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