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L84 MBV

1994 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

266,240 mi
Last recorded266,240 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes Hymer145,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL84 MBV
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 266,240 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in sealant (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

under body coated in sealant

Fail 26 Mar 2026 266,238 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in sealant (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

under body coated in sealant

Pass 14 Dec 2023 266,133 miles

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

Under body and components coated in sealant

Pass 14 Dec 2022 259,914 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 253,639 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 248,018 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 228,871 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 198,719 miles

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

offside front brake has a slight bind

Pass 26 May 2017 180,944 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 164,307 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 165,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 156,161 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 156,161 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 155,474 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 155,474 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 149,830 miles

Brake pipes carodid

C.V gaitors perished

Left to Right steering arm dust covers splitting

Play in steering box

Pass 19 Sep 2012 146,517 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2012 146,517 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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L84 MBV is a 1994 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 145,816 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 L84 MBV, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes Hymer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L84 MBV registered?

L84 MBV is a 1994 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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