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KFV 118S

2003 Mercedes Hymer

White Petrol 2277cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,360 mi
Last recorded138,360 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Hymer46,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFV 118S
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,277cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2018 138,360 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 134,621 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 131,941 miles

Nearside Front Box step corroded

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front corner corroded but not within 30Cm of the chassis

Pass 11 Jul 2015 128,873 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 126,551 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2014 126,551 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 125,255 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 124,228 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 122,032 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 117,283 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 117,273 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 117,245 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 115,948 miles

Crack in left hand mirror

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 3 Jul 2006
Fail 30 Jun 2006 115,463 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

heavy oil leak from fuel pump

n/s & o/s inner door step corroding

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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KFV 118S is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,277cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KFV 118S, 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 KFV 118S registered?

KFV 118S is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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