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MERCEDES HYMER (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 124 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

93%

Total Tests (2024)

124

Avg Mileage

24,392 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,690

Is the 2018 MERCEDES HYMER reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.

At 6 years old, 93% of MERCEDES HYMERs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 124 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 24,392 miles.

How does the 2018 MERCEDES HYMER compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars197th out of 649(top 30%)
Rank among all MERCEDES models421th out of 1,408(top 30%)
vs national average+11% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average+4% (89% avg)
vs MERCEDES average+6% (87% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 MERCEDES HYMER has 24,392 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a MERCEDES HYMER?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 97% MOT pass rate, while the 1993 model has the lowest at 70%. The 2018 sits between the two at 93%.

How much does a 2018 MERCEDES HYMER cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 2143cc)
£1,245
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,690
Per month£141/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MERCEDES HYMER by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202196%8415,168 mi
202097%11415,102 mi
201993%13117,256 mi
201893%12424,392 mi
201793%11524,882 mi
201693%5626,923 mi
2015100%3249,884 mi
200684%4472,538 mi
200481%3786,573 mi
200390%4967,183 mi
200282%4472,456 mi
200178%4584,193 mi
199883%4078,746 mi
199473%45128,584 mi
199370%104158,587 mi
199274%34133,318 mi
199071%35107,692 mi

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About the 2018 MERCEDES HYMER

The 2018 MERCEDES HYMER is a family car with a 2143cc diesel engine. 124 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 24,392 miles at 6 years old, MERCEDES HYMER owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2018 MERCEDES HYMER Fuel Costs

The 2143cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2018 MERCEDES HYMER?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,690 (£141/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

MERCEDES HYMER Reliability Trend

Newer MERCEDES HYMERs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 MERCEDES HYMER

At 6 years old, the MERCEDES HYMER offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 97%.

Alternatives to the 2018 MERCEDES HYMER

The MERCEDES HYMER is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: