Hymer B MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Hymer B. Check any B by registration number below.

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91.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.3%

vs Hymer Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Hymer B — MOT Reliability Overview

The Hymer B has an average MOT pass rate of 91.2%, which is 1.3 percentage points above the Hymer brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the B is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Hymer B fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your B for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Hymer B, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Hymer B performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 42 vehicles

83.3%Good

Hymer average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

14.3%

Mileage at 3yr

20k mi

2020

Based on 107 vehicles

91.6%Excellent

Hymer average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.5%

Mileage at 3yr

16k mi

2019

Based on 159 vehicles

88.1%Excellent

Hymer average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

10.8%

Mileage at 5yr

29k mi

2018

Based on 129 vehicles

92.2%Excellent

Hymer average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

7.1%

Mileage at 5yr

27k mi

2017

Based on 203 vehicles

93.1%Excellent

Hymer average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.4%

Mileage at 5yr

31k mi

2016

Based on 185 vehicles

91.9%Excellent

Hymer average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.3%

2015

Based on 164 vehicles

95.7%Excellent

Hymer average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.6%

2014

Based on 189 vehicles

92.6%Excellent

Hymer average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

7.7%

Mileage at 10yr

52k mi

0

Based on 402 vehicles

92.3%Excellent

Hymer average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

22k mi

Top MOT Failures — Hymer B

The most common reasons a Hymer B fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

5.9%

Hymer B Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Nearside

2.4%

Front Nearside

2.4%

Front Offside

2.4%

Other Hymer Models

Compare MOT reliability across Hymer models.

Hymer Tramp

97.3% pass rate

Hymer Compact

90.0% pass rate

Hymer T

100.0% pass rate

Hymer EX

97.9% pass rate

Hymer Starline

90.0% pass rate

Hymer Ayers Rock

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Hymer B

Hymer B — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Hymer B MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Hymer B?

The average MOT pass rate for the Hymer B is 91.2% compared to the Hymer average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Hymer B?

The most common MOT failures on the Hymer B are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (5.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Hymer B reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 91.2%, the Hymer B is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Hymer B?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Hymer B?

Typical mileage for the Hymer B: 20,122 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used B to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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