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X379 XBV

2000 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,188 mi
Last recorded96,188 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes Hymer67,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX379 XBV
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 96,188 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 92,911 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 88,505 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 87,785 miles

Exhaust tail pipe is in poor condition

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2023 87,784 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded NSF to rear brake brake pipe up to the compensator . (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded OSF to rear brake pipe up to the compensator (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust tail pipe is in poor condition

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 85,807 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from compensator to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 81,857 miles

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 79,875 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 76,606 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 70,878 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 66,681 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 59,035 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 52,042 miles

all 4 tyres perishing quite badly on sidewalls

Pass 12 Jun 2014 42,987 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

all 4 tyres perishing badly on the sidewalls but no cords showing

Fail 12 Jun 2014 42,987 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

all 4 tyres perishing badly on the sidewalls but no cords showing

Pass 12 Jun 2013 40,183 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2012 36,447 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 29,578 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 29,386 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 27,302 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 25,081 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 21,981 miles

front and rear discs poor condition

Pass 15 Nov 2006 19,891 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 19,626 miles

front brake discs and pad anchors are rusty through standing.

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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X379 XBV is a 2000 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 67,077 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 X379 XBV, 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 26 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 X379 XBV registered?

X379 XBV is a 2000 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 28 November 2000.

Is X379 XBV safe to buy?

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