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M545 OEL

1994 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

97,719 mi
Last recorded97,719 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1994 Mercedes Hymer145,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM545 OEL
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc
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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2019 97,719 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe flex blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer blowing from tailpipe joint at box (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure tail pipe broken at mounting.. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both cleaned. but deteriorated/aged (3.4 (b) (ii))

Horn not working disconnected at strg. wheel but horn does work if bridged (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding locked on. cannot inspect tyre/bearing/etc.. (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated ratchet pawl not locating. appears to be sticking on pawl pivot (1.1.6 (d))

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative no feed??? no tell tale warning light (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg at front hanger / steering box mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg at front spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 May 2018 97,184 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 30 May 2018 97,183 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 May 2017 96,753 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 96,743 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 28 Sep 2016 96,741 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush anti roll bar eyebush worn. (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front bind in caliper ,passed brake test

Rear hand brake compensator return spring heavily corroded

exhaust mount clamp split at rear of flex.

Pass 17 Oct 2015 96,355 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 96,354 miles

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases holed (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 96,032 miles

EXHAUST TAILPIPE CORRODED LEAKING

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 1 Oct 2014 95,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

conversion kit fitted to headlights

exhaust split and corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2013 95,573 miles

nearside front brake binding slightly

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 26 Oct 2012 182,513 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 94,992 miles

nearside front brake slight bind

Fail 13 Oct 2011 94,992 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

nearside front brake slight bind

Pass 25 Oct 2010 94,250 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 89,598 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 88,478 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 88,444 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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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M545 OEL is a 1994 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 M545 OEL, 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 M545 OEL registered?

M545 OEL is a 1994 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M545 OEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M545 OEL shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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