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Austin Hearse

Black · Petrol · 1937 · 1,937 cc

WHS 35MOT history

WHS 35 is a black petrol Austin Hearse first used on 8 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 86,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
86,478 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
WHS 35
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin
Model
Hearse
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,937 cc
Year of manufacture
1937
First used
8 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

WHS 35 was last recorded at 86,478 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
86,193 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
285 miles
Average per year
505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,478 miles
  • 2025 – 86,193 miles
  • 2024 – 86,073 miles
  • 2023 – 85,726 miles
  • 2022 – 85,436 miles
  • 2020 – 84,985 miles
  • 2019 – 84,542 miles
  • 2018 – 83,950 miles
  • 2017 – 83,234 miles
  • 2016 – 82,576 miles
  • 2015 – 81,810 miles
  • 2014 – 80,963 miles
  • 2013 – 80,439 miles
  • 2012 – 79,885 miles
  • 2011 – 79,369 miles
  • 2010 – 79,141 miles
  • 2009 – 78,582 miles
  • 2008 – 77,972 miles
  • 2007 – 76,987 miles
  • 2006 – 76,535 miles
  • 2005 – 75,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,478 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush linkage bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush linkage bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,478 miles (+285)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    86,478 miles
    Test number
    959370285828
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush linkage bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush linkage bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass86,193 miles (+120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    86,193 miles
    Test number
    102850784344
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass86,073 miles (+347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    86,073 miles
    Test number
    760716934474
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front ARB bushes slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,726 miles (+290)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,726 miles
    Test number
    172134754112
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass85,436 miles (+451)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    85,436 miles
    Test number
    464598979654
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all shock absorber bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass84,985 miles (+443)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,985 miles
    Test number
    793260126978
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,542 miles (+592)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,542 miles
    Test number
    870849682213
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,950 miles (+716)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,950 miles
    Test number
    109143630511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,234 miles (+658)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    83,234 miles
    Test number
    514311935516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    82,576 miles
    Test number
    115192170508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,576 miles (+766)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,576 miles
    Test number
    739826160839
    • Repaired at testStop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass81,810 miles (+847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    81,810 miles
    Test number
    643472469476
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn linkage all fitted (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  13. Pass80,963 miles (+524)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,963 miles
    Test number
    385307514314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass80,439 miles (+554)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,439 miles
    Test number
    387348393211
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

  15. Pass79,885 miles (+516)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    79,885 miles
    Test number
    299695002336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

  16. Pass79,369 miles (+228)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    79,369 miles
    Test number
    216428911332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,141 miles (+559)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    79,141 miles
    Test number
    391778420344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,582 miles (+610)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    78,582 miles
    Test number
    831698589195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,972 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    77,972 miles
    Test number
    603343078194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    76,987 miles
    Test number
    282513887477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail76,987 miles (+452)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,987 miles
    Test number
    473553187168
    • Repaired at testOffside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  22. Pass76,535 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    76,535 miles
    Test number
    102195076160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    75,989 miles
    Test number
    921259985181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    603219185120
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about WHS 35

What vehicle is registration WHS 35 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show WHS 35 on a black petrol Austin Hearse first used on 8 Jul 2005. 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 WHS 35 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on WHS 35 is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on WHS 35?
The MOT on WHS 35 is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has WHS 35 done?
WHS 35 was recorded at 86,478 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 505 miles a year.
Has WHS 35 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WHS 35 has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2016.
Has the mileage on WHS 35 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 WHS 35 find?
WHS 35 passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush linkage bushes worn; oil leak, but not excessive; rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush linkage bushes worn, and 2 more.

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