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Volkswagen Transporter

Orange · Diesel · 1998 · 1,998 cc

L100 BUFMOT history

L100 BUF is an orange diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 230,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

L100 BUF orange Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
230,030 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L100 BUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L100 BUF was last recorded at 230,030 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 1,383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,647 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,383 miles
Average per year
4,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 230,030 miles
  • 2025 – 228,647 miles
  • 2024 – 226,715 miles
  • 2023 – 224,873 miles
  • 2022 – 223,567 miles
  • 2021 – 222,233 miles
  • 2020 – 221,604 miles
  • 2019 – 219,901 miles
  • 2018 – 218,219 miles
  • 2017 – 216,370 miles
  • 2016 – 213,939 miles
  • 2015 – 212,461 miles
  • 2014 – 210,475 miles
  • 2013 – 206,344 miles
  • 2012 – 197,936 miles
  • 2011 – 188,999 miles
  • 2010 – 181,067 miles
  • 2009 – 167,134 miles
  • 2008 – 157,394 miles
  • 2007 – 140,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,030 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryUnder-Sealed Throughout

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front cross member corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,030 miles (+1,383)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    230,030 miles
    Test number
    614019522118
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-Sealed Throughout
  2. Pass228,647 miles (+1,932)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    228,647 miles
    Test number
    913049860121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and o/s/r (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily undersealed unable to fully inspect
  3. Pass226,715 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    226,715 miles
    Test number
    121031803751
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside front outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material intermdiate pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside of front crossmember corroded and holed outside of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear bumper iron heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded not excessive
  4. Fail226,715 miles (+1,842)4 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,715 miles
    Test number
    103543502807
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system intermediate pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by radius arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of nearside outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside front outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material intermdiate pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside of front crossmember corroded and holed outside of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear bumper iron heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded not excessive
  5. Pass224,873 miles (+1,306)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    224,873 miles
    Test number
    857355770993
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear intermediate pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded not excessive
  6. Pass223,567 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    223,567 miles
    Test number
    444312384647
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear intermediate pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
  7. Fail223,566 miles (+1,333)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,566 miles
    Test number
    632646267174
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture short pipe on caliper (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear intermediate pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
  8. Pass222,233 miles (+629)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    222,233 miles
    Test number
    718850310232
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear intermediate pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front and offside front outriggers in wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded outside of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all four inner wheel arches corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor corroded
  9. Pass221,604 miles (+1,703)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    221,604 miles
    Test number
    957322494450
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear intermediate (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
  10. Pass219,901 miles (+1,682)3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    219,901 miles
    Test number
    849769866641
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering rack inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  11. Pass218,219 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    218,219 miles
    Test number
    783120200324
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush and offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded short pipe on caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded intermediate pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
  12. Fail218,219 miles (+1,849)1 dangerous7 failures15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,219 miles
    Test number
    599301011234
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake pipe leaking front to rear (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake reservoir fluid level decreases after several pedal applications (3.3.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush and offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded short pipe on caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded intermediate pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
  13. Pass216,370 miles (+2,431)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    216,370 miles
    Test number
    212007063810
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspention bed has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside of body has corrosion at rear
  14. Pass213,939 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    213,939 miles
    Test number
    212703940521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail213,937 miles (+1,476)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,937 miles
    Test number
    971659617544
    • FailureCentre Front Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  16. Pass212,461 miles (+1,986)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    212,461 miles
    Test number
    866339215030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass210,475 miles (+4,131)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    210,475 miles
    Test number
    799798734098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass206,344 miles (+8,408)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    206,344 miles
    Test number
    679646843032
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Pass197,936 miles (+8,937)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    197,936 miles
    Test number
    377594832031
    • NoteNearside and offside rear brake pipes slightly rusty
    • NoteSlight play in both front inner rack jionts
  20. Pass188,999 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    188,999 miles
    Test number
    726821561079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  21. Fail188,990 miles (+7,923)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,990 miles
    Test number
    305779651016
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass181,067 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    181,067 miles
    Test number
    192333560497
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  23. Fail181,065 miles (+13,931)1 dangerous3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,065 miles
    Test number
    841881760078
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  24. Pass167,134 miles (+9,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    167,134 miles
    Test number
    982564639019
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  25. Pass157,394 miles (+16,443)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    157,394 miles
    Test number
    150320268449
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  26. Pass140,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    140,951 miles
    Test number
    581479137072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L100 BUF

Does L100 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L100 BUF is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L100 BUF?
The MOT on L100 BUF is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L100 BUF done?
L100 BUF was recorded at 230,030 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 4,663 miles a year.
Has L100 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L100 BUF has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L100 BUF 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 L100 BUF find?
L100 BUF passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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