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YG17 ELF

2017 Mercedes-benz Hymer

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,938 mi
Last recorded20,938 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Hymer18,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG17 ELF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelHymer
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 20,938 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 15,216 miles
Fail 28 May 2025 15,216 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2024 10,727 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 10,726 miles

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

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 9,947 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 5,926 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 5,334 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Hymer?

Based on 3,225 MOT tests across 557 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
3,043
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 29
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14
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YG17 ELF is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Hymer in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Hymer models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 18,778 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-benz Hymer fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG17 ELF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Hymer typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz Hymer is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YG17 ELF?

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What year was YG17 ELF registered?

YG17 ELF is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Hymer, first registered on 24 August 2017.

Is YG17 ELF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG17 ELF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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