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PJ52 GDK

2003 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,070 mi
Last recorded160,070 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Hymer46,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ52 GDK
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 160,070 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2024 156,608 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 152,521 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Painted over but looks to be Pitted due to corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 152,485 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake drum significantly and obviously worn Brake drum back plate holed next to shoe mounting (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested brake pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake pipe leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Painted over but looks to be Pitted due to corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 148,201 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 148,165 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 141,861 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 141,731 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 136,388 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 127,673 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 123,016 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 122,061 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 111,226 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 98,725 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 98,725 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 88,104 miles

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

exhaust corroded

o/s/f headlamp lense cracked

Pass 1 Feb 2012 78,841 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

all four disc slightly worn and corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2011 67,293 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 57,847 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 47,853 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 47,712 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 45,697 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 35,923 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 35,921 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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PJ52 GDK is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 46,458 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 PJ52 GDK, 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 23 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 PJ52 GDK registered?

PJ52 GDK is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 7 February 2003.

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The MOT history for PJ52 GDK shows 24 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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