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P636 TCW

1997 Fiat Hymer

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,452 mi
Last recorded80,452 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Fiat Hymer88,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP636 TCW
MakeFiat
ModelHymer
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 80,452 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 68,491 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 62,828 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From brake comp to rear brake flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 59,308 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2022 59,301 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 53,214 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 49,246 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 44,887 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced n/s + o/s (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 43,833 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 43,427 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 42,287 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 41,512 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 41,036 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside rear tyre perished

Rear bump stope deteriorated

Fail 6 Aug 2013 40,976 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 40,976 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 39,517 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 39,517 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 38,576 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 37,901 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 35,471 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 33,528 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 31,667 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 29,992 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 26,537 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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P636 TCW is a 1997 Fiat Hymer in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 88,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P636 TCW, 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 29 years old, this Fiat Hymer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P636 TCW registered?

P636 TCW is a 1997 Fiat Hymer, first registered on 21 January 1997.

Is P636 TCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P636 TCW shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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