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Mercedes-Benz 450

Black · Petrol · 1977 · 4,520 cc

WD 1MOT history

WD 1 is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz 450 first used on 4 Feb 1977. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 158,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
158,444 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
WD 1
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
450
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,520 cc
Year of manufacture
1977
First used
4 Feb 1977
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

WD 1 was last recorded at 158,444 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 234 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,210 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
234 miles
Average per year
417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,444 miles
  • 2025 – 158,210 miles
  • 2024 – 157,974 miles
  • 2023 – 157,447 miles
  • 2022 – 156,786 miles
  • 2021 – 155,528 miles
  • 2020 – 155,167 miles
  • 2019 – 155,022 miles
  • 2017 – 154,999 miles
  • 2016 – 154,924 miles
  • 2015 – 154,876 miles
  • 2014 – 154,852 miles
  • 2013 – 154,736 miles
  • 2012 – 154,571 miles
  • 2011 – 153,853 miles
  • 2010 – 153,606 miles
  • 2009 – 153,462 miles
  • 2008 – 152,539 miles
  • 2007 – 150,808 miles
  • 2006 – 150,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,444 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Corrosion o/s rear inner wheel arch to boot floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,444 miles (+234)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    158,444 miles
    Test number
    965464031589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass158,210 miles (+236)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    158,210 miles
    Test number
    982666194463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass157,974 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    157,974 miles
    Test number
    133933941790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail157,972 miles (+525)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,972 miles
    Test number
    544829889380
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass157,447 miles (+661)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    157,447 miles
    Test number
    158035239505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement end bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner track joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass156,786 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    156,786 miles
    Test number
    128779283461
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s boot floor corrosion

  7. Fail156,786 miles (+1,258)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,786 miles
    Test number
    253621451795
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s boot floor corrosion

  8. Pass155,528 miles (+361)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    155,528 miles
    Test number
    198580600324
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking/perished outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion o/s rear inner wheel arch to boot floor

  9. Pass155,167 miles (+145)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    155,167 miles
    Test number
    838235669363
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion o/s rear inner wheel arch to boot floor

  10. Pass155,022 miles (+23)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    155,022 miles
    Test number
    219696313743
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner boot floor slight corrosion

  11. Pass154,999 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    154,999 miles
    Test number
    501217756606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass154,924 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    154,924 miles
    Test number
    966042515545
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail154,900 miles (+24)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,900 miles
    Test number
    738100551914
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play middle steering arm o/s ball joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracking side wall to tread area (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass154,876 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    154,876 miles
    Test number
    134370137892
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracking tread area (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass154,852 miles (+116)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    154,852 miles
    Test number
    129935964224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSteering damper weak

  16. Pass154,736 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    154,736 miles
    Test number
    349233553438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  17. Fail154,736 miles (+165)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,736 miles
    Test number
    975553453286
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  18. Pass154,571 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    154,571 miles
    Test number
    697803462294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Fail154,550 miles (+697)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,550 miles
    Test number
    926491062276
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass153,853 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    153,853 miles
    Test number
    177894061292
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  21. Fail153,824 miles (+218)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,824 miles
    Test number
    315507951262
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  22. Pass153,606 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    153,606 miles
    Test number
    751206660270
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail153,575 miles (+113)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,575 miles
    Test number
    192537030284
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass153,462 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    153,462 miles
    Test number
    212725569276
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Fail153,438 miles (+899)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,438 miles
    Test number
    312361469441
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass152,539 miles (+1,731)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    152,539 miles
    Test number
    954662558280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass150,808 miles (+639)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    150,808 miles
    Test number
    303466457459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass150,169 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    150,169 miles
    Test number
    484024466231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail150,147 miles9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,147 miles
    Test number
    102959846204
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Questions about WD 1

What vehicle is registration WD 1 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show WD 1 on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz 450 first used on 4 Feb 1977. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does WD 1 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on WD 1 is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on WD 1?
The MOT on WD 1 is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has WD 1 done?
WD 1 was recorded at 158,444 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 417 miles a year.
Has WD 1 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WD 1 has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on WD 1 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on WD 1 find?
WD 1 passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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