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PN06 VJX

2006 Mercedes Hymer

Silver Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,708 mi
Last recorded154,708 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes Hymer55,745 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN06 VJX
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 154,708 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2026 154,706 miles

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

Emissions unable to be completed due to the state of the tail pipe (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe holed and corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) play in the nearside rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2025 152,909 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2025 152,849 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 140,213 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 140,213 miles

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

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 133,836 miles

washer jet blocked

Pass 21 Jun 2022 123,645 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 123,630 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage loose bolt loose (7.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 112,494 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 112,478 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 105,726 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 104,777 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 99,541 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 99,541 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2017 98,005 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 95,106 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 90,203 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 83,399 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 83,399 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 77,881 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 69,699 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 69,699 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Pass 24 May 2011 63,573 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 48,468 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 69,764 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 39,764 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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PN06 VJX is a 2006 Mercedes Hymer in Silver with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 55,745 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 PN06 VJX, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes Hymer is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN06 VJX registered?

PN06 VJX is a 2006 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 21 June 2006.

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