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R553 KAW

1998 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,822 mi
Last recorded108,822 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Mercedes Hymer87,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR553 KAW
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2020 108,822 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s under chassis (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 108,703 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s lower bushes have slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Fail 4 Oct 2019 108,619 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s lower bushes have slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 108,143 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 107,976 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 104,838 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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R553 KAW is a 1998 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 87,950 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 R553 KAW, 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 28 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 R553 KAW registered?

R553 KAW is a 1998 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R553 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R553 KAW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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