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Mercedes-Benz 450

Red · Petrol · 1977 · 3,500 cc

WHV 62MOT history

WHV 62 is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 450 first used on 1 Jul 1977. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 115,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
115,081 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
WHV 62
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
450
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1977
First used
1 Jul 1977
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

WHV 62 was last recorded at 115,081 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,024 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,081 miles
  • 2024 – 115,024 miles
  • 2023 – 114,982 miles
  • 2022 – 114,924 miles
  • 2021 – 114,892 miles
  • 2020 – 114,836 miles
  • 2019 – 114,699 miles
  • 2018 – 114,637 miles
  • 2017 – 114,408 miles
  • 2016 – 114,228 miles
  • 2015 – 113,936 miles
  • 2014 – 113,369 miles
  • 2013 – 112,794 miles
  • 2012 – 112,672 miles
  • 2011 – 112,550 miles
  • 2010 – 112,267 miles
  • 2009 – 111,813 miles
  • 2008 – 111,574 miles
  • 2007 – 111,226 miles
  • 2006 – 111,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,081 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Missing (6.1.2 (a))

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Front discs inner and outer faces corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front washers week

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside front drop link bushes perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Under body general corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,081 miles (+57)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    115,081 miles
    Test number
    925039269447
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Missing (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass115,024 miles (+42)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    115,024 miles
    Test number
    343953802313
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass114,982 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    114,982 miles
    Test number
    377075729595
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill heavy corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail114,981 miles (+57)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,981 miles
    Test number
    810510720776
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill heavy corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,924 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,924 miles
    Test number
    356167231125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer inopp
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass114,892 miles (+56)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    114,892 miles
    Test number
    947390224969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassie leg(within wheel arch) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside

  7. Pass114,836 miles (+137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    114,836 miles
    Test number
    330043680717
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside of car in places
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame bushes worn/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWashers weak

  8. Pass114,699 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,699 miles
    Test number
    482177654062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,637 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    114,637 miles
    Test number
    388446705544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass114,408 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    114,408 miles
    Test number
    162233315585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,228 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    114,228 miles
    Test number
    660188970544
    • AdvisoryFront discs inner and outer faces corroded
    • AdvisoryFront washers week
    • AdvisoryNearside front drop link bushes perished
    • AdvisoryUnder body general corrosion

  12. Fail114,226 miles (+290)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,226 miles
    Test number
    132571756960
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront discs inner and outer faces corroded
    • AdvisoryFront washers week
    • AdvisoryNearside front drop link bushes perished
    • AdvisoryUnder body general corrosion

  13. Pass113,936 miles (+567)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    113,936 miles
    Test number
    439480915274
    • NoteDiff leaking
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass113,369 miles (+575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    113,369 miles
    Test number
    508903404247
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Pass112,794 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    112,794 miles
    Test number
    879717323254
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight body corrosion

  16. Fail112,792 miles (+120)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,792 miles
    Test number
    718981913269
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteVarious welding patches covered in sealant

  17. Pass112,672 miles (+122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    112,672 miles
    Test number
    109748402212
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass112,550 miles (+283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    112,550 miles
    Test number
    429203491116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Pass112,267 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    112,267 miles
    Test number
    360151210290
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail112,265 miles (+452)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,265 miles
    Test number
    554258300251
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass111,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    111,813 miles
    Test number
    174817999175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail111,813 miles (+239)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,813 miles
    Test number
    110567499185
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass111,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    111,574 miles
    Test number
    204584488166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail111,574 miles (+348)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,574 miles
    Test number
    142078678153
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  25. Pass111,226 miles (+6)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    111,226 miles
    Test number
    292403597427
    • NoteN/s brake disc poor
    • NoteO/s front seat belt fraying
    • NoteScreen damaged

  26. Fail111,220 miles (+178)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,220 miles
    Test number
    723235987107
    • FailureFront passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteWindscreen cracked,not in swept area

  27. Pass111,042 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    111,042 miles
    Test number
    794745986151
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront windscreen damage

Questions about WHV 62

What vehicle is registration WHV 62 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show WHV 62 on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 450 first used on 1 Jul 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 WHV 62 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on WHV 62 is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on WHV 62?
The MOT on WHV 62 is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has WHV 62 done?
WHV 62 was recorded at 115,081 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 209 miles a year.
Has WHV 62 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WHV 62 has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on WHV 62 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 WHV 62 find?
WHV 62 passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front outer vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill, and 3 more.

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