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J459 NLU

1992 Fiat Hymer Motorhome

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

191,957 mi
Last recorded191,957 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Fiat Hymer Motorhome111,906 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ459 NLU
MakeFiat
ModelHymer Motorhome
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 191,957 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 191,956 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 30 cm of suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 30 cm of suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 189,666 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 178,526 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

rear chassis extension corroded at the rear

Pass 13 Oct 2022 170,148 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rubber mounts perished (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 161,399 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2020 158,152 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 151,345 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2019 151,345 miles

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

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working 2nd from front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working center (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 144,846 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2018 144,846 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 140,465 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 138,471 miles

Offside Front corrosion developing to inner wheel arch

Pass 9 Oct 2015 138,394 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 138,388 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 134,524 miles

main beam switch sensative

Pass 13 Sep 2013 31,880 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 122,548 miles

Advise front metal brake pipes corroded under wheel arches

Advise nearside headlamp damp inside

Advise offside front outer cv gaiter perished

Pass 6 May 2009 120,167 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 117,519 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 117,515 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Fiat Hymer Motorhome?

Based on 2,538 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
2,378
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 65
Headlamp aim too low 64
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 39
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 31
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J459 NLU is a 1992 Fiat Hymer Motorhome in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1992 Fiat Hymer Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 111,906 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Hymer Motorhome fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J459 NLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Hymer Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 34 years old, this Fiat Hymer Motorhome is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J459 NLU registered?

J459 NLU is a 1992 Fiat Hymer Motorhome, first registered on 31 December 1992.

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