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N638 FHL

1996 Fiat Hymer

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

232,415 mi
Last recorded232,415 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Fiat Hymer98,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN638 FHL
MakeFiat
ModelHymer
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 232,415 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush All (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 22 Jan 2026 232,414 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated front + bulging (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded rear + bulging (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded front + bulging (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded rear + bulging (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ALL rear bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Rear water tank strap corroded & broken

Fail 18 Aug 2025 232,247 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 228,157 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 228,040 miles

Brake cable damaged to centre axle (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Brake cable damaged but not to excess to rear axle (1.1.15 (a))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

rear brakes binding middle axle

wiper slow in operation

Pass 21 Apr 2023 224,226 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess ALL FOUR REAR (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR axles n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Apr 2023 224,208 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working X2 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded X2 (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 74% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Nearside and Offside (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside and Offside (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 218,245 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 218,245 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2020 206,251 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 206,251 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 196,458 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both axles (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both axles (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both drum supply pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Sep 2019 195,926 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both axles (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both axles (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both drum supply pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 188,225 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 183,724 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 183,322 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak axle 2 (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 177,987 miles

Oil leak engine crank pulley area ()

Pass 15 Sep 2015 174,326 miles

Exhaust hangers corroded.

Oil leak.

Pass 9 Oct 2014 166,955 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Oct 2013 162,559 miles

Center exhust box outer shell corroded

O/S mid marker lamp out.

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 155,007 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 149,034 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 137,775 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 122,830 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 116,083 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 116,083 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 109,910 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 96,442 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 95,923 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Hymer?

Based on 25,281 MOT tests across 1,779 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
2,495
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,779
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 531
Headlamp aim too low 354
Brake pipe excessively corroded 299
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 282
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 267
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N638 FHL is a 1996 Fiat Hymer in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 1996 Fiat Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 98,877 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 Fiat Hymer fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 531 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N638 FHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Hymer typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Fiat Hymer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N638 FHL is a 1996 Fiat Hymer, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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