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X481 RRN

2001 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

80,635 mi
Last recorded80,635 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes Hymer61,773 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX481 RRN
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 80,635 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 75,758 miles

under body covered in underseal

Pass 29 Sep 2023 70,884 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

n/s head lamp temp repair only

Fail 26 Sep 2023 77,880 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low held with cable ties (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 63,412 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

N/S & O/S REAR AXLE HUB SEALS DAMP WITH OIL

Pass 6 Nov 2019 54,623 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 54,510 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential to nearside rear hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively both nearside and offside rear (1.2.1 (f))

front and rear brake hose ferrules corroded

general under body corrosion

under body brake pipes to load valve corroded

Fail 12 Dec 2018 54,501 miles

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

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential to nearside rear hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively both nearside and offside rear (1.2.1 (f))

front and rear brake hose ferrules corroded

general under body corrosion

under body brake pipes to load valve corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2017 54,159 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 52,825 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 49,680 miles

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

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 48,076 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 48,076 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 45,530 miles

slight pitting on both front brake discs

Pass 16 Dec 2010 43,657 miles

slight wear on both front brake discs

Pass 15 Dec 2009 40,919 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 40,918 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 36,874 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 33,143 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 33,143 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 29,969 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

wiper blades split

Pass 10 Jan 2006 26,747 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s & center wiper blades insecure

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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X481 RRN is a 2001 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 61,773 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 X481 RRN, 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 25 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 X481 RRN registered?

X481 RRN is a 2001 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X481 RRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X481 RRN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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