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P972 ODA

1997 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

148,778 mi
Last recorded148,778 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes Hymer128,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP972 ODA
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 148,778 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2025 148,716 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 148,480 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 148,378 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 143,603 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 143,392 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess O/S handbrake cable outer fractured (1.1.15 (a))

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 143,296 miles

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

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

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

Brake cable damaged but not to excess O/S handbrake cable outer fractured (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2019 142,068 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 139,273 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 137,129 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 135,174 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 133,335 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2014 125,640 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 125,640 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 118,192 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 118,192 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 114,362 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2012 114,360 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 108,179 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 108,179 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 102,457 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 95,953 miles

vehicle has engine and gearbox undertrays fitted

Fail 20 Apr 2009 95,953 miles

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

vehicle has engine and gearbox undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2008 89,856 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

both front tyres are wearing on the inside edges

undertray fitted to engine and gearbox

Fail 25 Apr 2007 83,715 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 83,715 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 79,409 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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P972 ODA is a 1997 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 128,230 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P972 ODA, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes Hymer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P972 ODA registered?

P972 ODA is a 1997 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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