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F938 DFV

1988 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

104,109 mi
Last recorded104,109 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes Hymer148,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF938 DFV
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 104,109 miles

Front both front track rod end boots over-sized and not secure however they are preventing the ingress of dirt

Offside Front end outline marker not working

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

Fail 14 Nov 2025 104,109 miles

Front both front track rod end boots over-sized and not secure however they are preventing the ingress of dirt

Offside Front end outline marker not working

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 102,519 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rearmost (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation slightly. Imbalance about 28% on application

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 101,120 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All rear tyres starting to perish/crack in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 99,337 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 99,331 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative ALL (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 97,413 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone B under 40mm cicle (3.2 (a) (i))

underbody/chassis undersealed

Pass 3 Nov 2020 96,733 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 96,721 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel tank (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 94,091 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 94,089 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 90,501 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 89,055 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 86,212 miles

park brake just meets efficiency.

Fail 9 Apr 2016 86,198 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both gaiters split (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

park brake just meets efficiency.

Throttle sticks

Pass 7 Jul 2010 83,776 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 80,280 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 80,276 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 79,727 miles

Offside rear inner tyre cracking on inner edge.

Pass 12 Jul 2007 78,589 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 76,008 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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F938 DFV is a 1988 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 148,607 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 F938 DFV, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes Hymer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F938 DFV registered?

F938 DFV is a 1988 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 6 December 1988.

Is F938 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F938 DFV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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