Fiat Hymer
From 2,681 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, caused 99 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 99 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 97 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 69 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 52 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 47 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 44 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 41 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 38 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 35 |
| audible warning inoperative | 34 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 15.3% of Hymer failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £39.
Fiat Hymer on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 53 newly registered in the past year with 3 leaving, a net gain of 50. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 584 | 19 | +18 | -3 | +15 |
| 2025 Q2 | 567 | 21 | +17 | -0 | +19 |
| 2025 Q1 | 526 | 43 | +6 | -0 | +7 |
| 2024 Q4 | 518 | 44 | +12 | -0 | +13 |
| 2024 Q3 | 534 | 15 | +15 | -8 | +7 |
| 2024 Q2 | 533 | 9 | +14 | -0 | +17 |
| 2024 Q1 | 511 | 14 | +10 | -1 | +9 |
| 2023 Q4 | 482 | 34 | +11 | -1 | +10 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 91.5% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2020 | 88.7% | a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2019 | 88.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2018 | 89.7% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
6 earlier years
| 2017 | 92.7% | an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2016 | 90.7% | lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2004 | 82.1% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a wheel bearing excessively rough |
| 2003 | 76.2% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2002 | 54.9% | a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 1992 | 65.7% | a wheel bearing with excessive play, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. |
Typical mileage
Half of all Hymers tested had between 23,527 and 81,795 miles on the clock.
At 51,603 median miles, the Hymer has 0.043 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Fiat models
| Fiat 500 | 75% |
| Fiat Ducato | 75.4% |
| Fiat Panda | 71.7% |
| Fiat Punto | 65.7% |
| Fiat Doblo | 71.6% |
Common questions
What is the Fiat Hymer MOT pass rate?
The Fiat Hymer has a 77.6% MOT pass rate based on 2,681 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Fiat Hymer?
The most common MOT failure on the Fiat Hymer is the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, which caused 99 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
How many Fiat Hymers are on UK roads?
There are 584 Fiat Hymers currently licensed on UK roads, with 19 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Fiat Hymer at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Fiat Hymer is 51,603 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 23,527 and 81,795 miles.
Buying a used Hymer?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 77.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £39 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.