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PO53 DYW

2003 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

33,068 mi
Last recorded33,068 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Hymer46,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 DYW
MakeMercedes
ModelHymer
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc
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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 33,068 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 32,796 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2024 32,742 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle undertray/covers fitted.

Pass 9 Aug 2023 32,558 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 32,085 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 31,099 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 30,167 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 30,167 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 29,225 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 28,073 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 28,072 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 26,474 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 25,530 miles

Nearside Rear Outer tyre starting to crack

Fail 4 Aug 2016 25,530 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Outer tyre starting to crack

Pass 15 Jul 2015 25,182 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2015 25,182 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 24,888 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 24,286 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 23,784 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2012 23,784 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 23,082 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 23,082 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 21,373 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 17,331 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 17,331 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Feb 2008 14,640 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 10,729 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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PO53 DYW is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 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 PO53 DYW, 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.

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What year was PO53 DYW registered?

PO53 DYW is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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