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B25 HYM

1996 Mercedes Hymer

Grey Diesel 2900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests30 (20 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,352 mi
Last recorded155,352 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes Hymer98,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB25 HYM
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

20 pass 10 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 155,352 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

rear exhaust tailpipe corroded

slight play in seat fixings

Fail 9 Sep 2025 155,352 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

rear exhaust tailpipe corroded

slight play in seat fixings

Pass 5 Sep 2024 151,847 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 14 Aug 2023 151,131 miles

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

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

slight play in drivers seat back

Pass 15 Aug 2022 149,325 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 15 Aug 2022 149,325 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2021 147,606 miles

Driver's seat insecure

Fail 6 Aug 2021 147,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 145,792 miles

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2019 143,004 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 138,989 miles

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

handbrake performance only just passes

Fail 6 Aug 2018 138,988 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

handbrake performance only just passes

Pass 17 Jul 2017 130,267 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 113,429 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 113,429 miles

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 109,899 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 104,825 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 96,337 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 96,337 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 90,453 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 90,453 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 82,545 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 80,864 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 80,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 77,903 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 77,835 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 76,362 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 74,861 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 67,606 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2006 67,544 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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B25 HYM is a 1996 Mercedes Hymer in Grey with a 2,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 98,950 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 B25 HYM, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes Hymer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B25 HYM registered?

B25 HYM is a 1996 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is B25 HYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B25 HYM shows 30 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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