A license plate spotted in a Perth shopping center has gone viral for its cheeky hidden message. The plate,
reading 370HSSV, appeared ordinary—until someone flipped the image upside down and noticed it spells out “ahe”, cheekily close to a crude word.
Shared by a Facebook user on The Bell Tower Times 2.0, the photo quickly sparked laughter and admiration
across social media, with thousands commenting on the clever disguise. Many praised the driver’s creativity,
especially since the plate managed to pass Western Australia’s strict review process for personalized plates.
Authorities reject hundreds of plate applications yearly for containing offensive or suggestive
language—examples include SAUC3D, RAMP4GE, and BUYAGRAM. Somehow, this one slipped through, adding to the amusement.
The viral moment highlights the internet’s knack for uncovering humor in everyday things,
and how clever tricks—intentional or not—can leave a lasting impression in the age of social media.
