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V520 MBV

2000 Fiat Hymer

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

72,868 mi
Last recorded72,868 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Fiat Hymer68,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV520 MBV
MakeFiat
ModelHymer
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 72,868 miles

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/75r16 cp (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

parking brake has little reserve travel

Pass 20 Aug 2024 69,834 miles

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

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 67,175 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2023 66,927 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 64,730 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 60,930 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2021 60,930 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 57,600 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 54,471 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 23 Aug 2019 54,471 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 51,935 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 48,434 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 45,078 miles

REAR SECTION EXHAUST CORRODING

Pass 24 Aug 2015 42,888 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 37,033 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 32,759 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)

exhaust rusty.

wipers starting to split

Pass 12 Oct 2012 32,759 miles

exhaust rusty.

wipers starting to split

Pass 18 Oct 2011 32,223 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 29,109 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 29,104 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 28,743 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 28,743 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 28,110 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 28,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

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

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 24,425 miles

all wiper blades slight split

Pass 22 Jun 2006 18,908 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Hymer?

Based on 25,281 MOT tests across 1,779 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
2,495
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,779
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 531
Headlamp aim too low 354
Brake pipe excessively corroded 299
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 282
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 267
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V520 MBV is a 2000 Fiat Hymer in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 68,836 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 Fiat Hymer fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 531 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V520 MBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Hymer typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 26 years old, this Fiat Hymer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V520 MBV registered?

V520 MBV is a 2000 Fiat Hymer, first registered on 1 January 2000.

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The MOT history for V520 MBV shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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