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A7 HSV

1993 Mercedes-benz 320

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

154,209 mi
Last recorded154,209 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 320125,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 HSV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 154,209 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 153,132 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 151,475 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 150,766 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 148,663 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 147,643 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 146,572 miles

ADVISE Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front ADVISE N/S Front rubber brake hose slightly perished

Pass 4 Apr 2017 144,544 miles

Nearside Front n/s/f rubber brake hose starting to perish and split

center and rear exhaust corroded

Fail 4 Apr 2017 144,542 miles

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

Nearside Front n/s/f rubber brake hose starting to perish and split

center and rear exhaust corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2015 140,854 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust corroding

Fail 16 Dec 2014 137,820 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust deteriating

Pass 16 Dec 2014 137,820 miles

exhaust deteriating

Pass 13 May 2013 132,983 miles

Exhaust middle section/catalyst coroded (not blowing)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 127,389 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Feb 2012 127,389 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 120,241 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear tyres starting to wear inner tread

Pass 5 Jan 2010 115,918 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 112,436 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 108,195 miles

slight fluid leak from gear box

Pass 5 Apr 2006 100,846 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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A7 HSV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 320 in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 125,098 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 HSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A7 HSV?

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What year was A7 HSV registered?

A7 HSV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 15 June 1993.

Is A7 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 HSV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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