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YJ52 JMK

2002 Mercedes Hymer

Grey Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

107,666 mi
Last recorded107,666 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes Hymer59,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ52 JMK
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 107,666 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Inner Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

exhaust system corroded/deteriorated

various metal brake pipes corroded

Fail 7 May 2026 107,666 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Inner Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Inner Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

exhaust system corroded/deteriorated

various metal brake pipes corroded

Fail 7 Jan 2026 107,598 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded feed to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded feed to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks prop shaft retarder wiring (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Inner Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Inner Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded/deteriorated

various metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2022 107,289 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 107,137 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 104,284 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 103,088 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 100,213 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 91,598 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 86,672 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 80,992 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 79,385 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 79,385 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight play in o/s bottom ball joint

Pass 2 Jun 2011 74,912 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 70,046 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 63,471 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 59,075 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 53,998 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 53,306 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 40,085 miles

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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YJ52 JMK is a 2002 Mercedes Hymer in Grey with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 59,418 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 YJ52 JMK, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes Hymer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJ52 JMK registered?

YJ52 JMK is a 2002 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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