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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L288 MEPMOT history

L288 MEP is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 150,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

L288 MEP black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
150,713 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L288 MEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
19 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L288 MEP was last recorded at 150,713 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 3,171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Feb 2015: 118,185 miles, lower than 138,198 miles on 22 Feb 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
147,542 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,171 miles
Average per year
3,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,713 miles
  • 2025 – 147,542 miles
  • 2024 – 143,463 miles
  • 2022 – 141,608 miles
  • 2021 – 135,797 miles
  • 2020 – 132,191 miles
  • 2019 – 127,715 miles
  • 2018 – 123,778 miles
  • 2017 – 118,933 miles
  • 2016 – 118,185 miles
  • 2015 – 118,185 miles
  • 2014 – 138,198 miles
  • 2013 – 118,185 miles
  • 2012 – 118,185 miles
  • 2011 – 118,185 miles
  • 2010 – 114,170 miles
  • 2009 – 109,818 miles
  • 2008 – 104,478 miles
  • 2006 – 93,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,713 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.

  • Nearside Rear Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Front diff. input seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass150,713 miles (+3,171)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    150,713 miles
    Test number
    704545675366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass147,542 miles (+4,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    147,542 miles
    Test number
    378052861886
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in swivel housing/hub assembly
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass143,463 miles (+1,855)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    143,463 miles
    Test number
    810559202448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,608 miles (+5,811)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    141,608 miles
    Test number
    381808849357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass135,797 miles (+3,606)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    135,797 miles
    Test number
    956134664497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,191 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    132,191 miles
    Test number
    603311026268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail132,191 miles (+4,476)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,191 miles
    Test number
    179006954164
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass127,715 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    127,715 miles
    Test number
    177751945321
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff. input seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail127,714 miles (+3,936)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,714 miles
    Test number
    868655235682
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp Beam image poor
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff. input seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass123,778 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    123,778 miles
    Test number
    600893924908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail123,437 miles (+4,504)2 failures2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,437 miles
    Test number
    943058061075
    • FailureNearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high pattern poor but there (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion floor has been repaired from inside (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded before and after flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion body mount (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Pass118,933 miles (+748)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    118,933 miles
    Test number
    576524950685
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass118,185 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    170355768846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  14. Fail118,185 miles4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    161483864870
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking Rubber hose (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking Rubber hose (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  15. Fail118,185 miles12 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    805423116558
    • FailureEmissions not tested Fuel leaking unsafe to test (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking Diesel spill pipes (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis 3 holes (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis extremely dirty wash required before re-presenting for retest

  16. Pass118,185 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    246381755052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Fail118,185 miles (-20,013)10 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    745120745021
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteFront prop shaft missing at time of test

  18. Pass138,198 miles (+20,013)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    138,198 miles
    Test number
    638073354016
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear axle in poor condition

  19. Fail118,185 miles7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    715327934049
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass118,185 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    295193163043
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  21. Fail118,185 miles2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    215402763060
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  22. Fail118,185 miles5 dangerous20 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    228824532301
    • DangerousFuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Axle beam modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  23. Pass118,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    609141331264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail118,185 miles (+4,015)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    355529421475
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureSuspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  25. Pass114,170 miles (+4,352)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    114,170 miles
    Test number
    172361020200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass109,818 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    109,818 miles
    Test number
    684569329299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail109,809 miles (+5,331)13 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,809 miles
    Test number
    374011109446
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteDrivers door frame broken

  28. Pass104,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    104,478 miles
    Test number
    243002198427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Fail104,478 miles (+11,370)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,478 miles
    Test number
    972022098135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  30. Pass93,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    93,108 miles
    Test number
    402231246417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail93,108 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,108 miles
    Test number
    854300046305
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about L288 MEP

Does L288 MEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L288 MEP is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L288 MEP?
The MOT on L288 MEP is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L288 MEP done?
L288 MEP was recorded at 150,713 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 3,009 miles a year.
Has L288 MEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L288 MEP has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on L288 MEP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Feb 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L288 MEP find?
L288 MEP passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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