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HYM 700S

1988 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2938cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

168,830 mi
Last recorded168,830 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes Hymer148,607 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYM 700S
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,938cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 168,830 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 168,830 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 167,665 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 166,446 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Nov 2017 166,446 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 164,147 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 164,147 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 161,083 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 151,100 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 138,924 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 138,924 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 124,880 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 115,280 miles

nearside and offside front brake discs pitted and corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2008 99,201 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 86,102 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 77,413 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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HYM 700S is a 1988 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,938cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HYM 700S, 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 HYM 700S registered?

HYM 700S is a 1988 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is HYM 700S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYM 700S shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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