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FH03 AVR

2003 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

78,417 mi
Last recorded78,417 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Hymer46,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 AVR
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc
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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 78,417 miles

All brake pipes covered in grease

Fail 2 Feb 2026 78,403 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges ABS SENSOR WIRE (4.11 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts ABS SENSOR WIRE (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 68,929 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 63,376 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 57,638 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 56,065 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 56,038 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 56,016 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 55,336 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 55,091 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 54,907 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 53,460 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 53,103 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 53,057 miles

Front to rear brake pipes rusted

Fail 28 Aug 2014 53,057 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front to rear brake pipes rusted

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 52,696 miles

Exhaust back box in poor condition

Front to rear brake pipes rusting

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 52,055 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 49,221 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

nearside and offside rear brake disc and pads worn

Pass 4 Aug 2010 46,954 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 40,163 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 34,777 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 25,952 miles

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

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

slight play in o/s/f lower swivel

Pass 8 Aug 2006 16,870 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.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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FH03 AVR is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 FH03 AVR, 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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What year was FH03 AVR registered?

FH03 AVR is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 12 August 2003.

Is FH03 AVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH03 AVR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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