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PO53 EDJ

2003 Mercedes Hymer

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

54,074 mi
Last recorded54,074 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Hymer46,458 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 54,074 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (1.1.15 (a))

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

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

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2026 54,071 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (1.1.15 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 50,960 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 48,787 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 48,778 miles

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

Central Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 47,751 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 47,750 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 43,436 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 41,279 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 39,827 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 39,273 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 38,601 miles

All brake pipes have slight corrosion

All front windscreen wiper blades slightly torn/perished

Front lower suspension arm ball joints have slight play

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)

Fail 8 Nov 2017 38,601 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

All brake pipes have slight corrosion

All front windscreen wiper blades slightly torn/perished

Front lower suspension arm ball joints have slight play

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 17 Oct 2016 38,308 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 36,915 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 35,599 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 34,928 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 33,754 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 31,386 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 28,575 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 26,045 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 23,412 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 23,412 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 15,857 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 15,857 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 12,185 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 EDJ is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EDJ, 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 EDJ registered?

PO53 EDJ is a 2003 Mercedes Hymer, first registered on 25 October 2003.

Is PO53 EDJ safe to buy?

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