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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

LL52 SJLMOT history

LL52 SJL is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 189,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

LL52 SJL black Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
189,767 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL52 SJL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL52 SJL was last recorded at 189,767 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,298 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
469 miles
Average per year
8,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,767 miles
  • 2025 – 189,298 miles
  • 2024 – 189,048 miles
  • 2023 – 188,587 miles
  • 2022 – 188,176 miles
  • 2021 – 187,554 miles
  • 2020 – 186,885 miles
  • 2019 – 186,183 miles
  • 2018 – 185,175 miles
  • 2017 – 183,537 miles
  • 2016 – 172,399 miles
  • 2015 – 153,935 miles
  • 2014 – 138,426 miles
  • 2013 – 124,183 miles
  • 2012 – 104,353 miles
  • 2011 – 87,046 miles
  • 2010 – 64,434 miles
  • 2009 – 50,186 miles
  • 2008 – 40,484 miles
  • 2007 – 33,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,767 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 19 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,767 miles (+469)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    189,767 miles
    Test number
    183875267753
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass189,298 miles (+250)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    189,298 miles
    Test number
    622147610128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General chassis corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass189,048 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    189,048 miles
    Test number
    698979967387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail189,047 miles (+460)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,047 miles
    Test number
    638585057261
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to OSF brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass188,587 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    188,587 miles
    Test number
    470457055731
    • AdvisoryBoth inner wing panels corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail188,587 miles (+411)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,587 miles
    Test number
    989563661340
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner wing panels corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass188,176 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    188,176 miles
    Test number
    888349947925
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Watts linkage bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail188,176 miles (+622)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,176 miles
    Test number
    115952166990
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Watts linkage bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass187,554 miles (+669)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    187,554 miles
    Test number
    623719537366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass186,885 miles (+702)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    186,885 miles
    Test number
    314087885891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced In General (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass186,183 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    186,183 miles
    Test number
    248071188753
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail186,183 miles (+1,008)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,183 miles
    Test number
    337588433503
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass185,175 miles (+29)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    185,175 miles
    Test number
    929595358045
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corrosion all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Fail185,146 miles (+1,609)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,146 miles
    Test number
    613351979866
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corrosion all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  15. Pass183,537 miles (+11,138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    183,537 miles
    Test number
    920553047131
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass172,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    172,399 miles
    Test number
    905606667748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail172,399 miles (+18,464)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,399 miles
    Test number
    569933687897
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass153,935 miles (+15,509)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    153,935 miles
    Test number
    325942655140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass138,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    138,426 miles
    Test number
    429208744149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail138,426 miles (+14,243)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,426 miles
    Test number
    456468544101
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass124,183 miles (+19,830)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    124,183 miles
    Test number
    277014743472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass104,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    104,353 miles
    Test number
    397074242105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail104,353 miles (+17,307)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,353 miles
    Test number
    529624342104
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Fail87,046 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,046 miles
    Test number
    405803741172
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass87,046 miles (+22,612)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    87,046 miles
    Test number
    759853341166
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail64,434 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,434 miles
    Test number
    473094340174
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  27. Pass64,434 miles (+14,248)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    64,434 miles
    Test number
    831534840141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass50,186 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,186 miles
    Test number
    262458129120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail50,186 miles (+9,702)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,186 miles
    Test number
    542668829163
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass40,484 miles (+6,737)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,484 miles
    Test number
    431885038194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass33,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,747 miles
    Test number
    983400477169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL52 SJL

Does LL52 SJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL52 SJL is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL52 SJL?
The MOT on LL52 SJL is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL52 SJL done?
LL52 SJL was recorded at 189,767 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 8,097 miles a year.
Has LL52 SJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL52 SJL has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LL52 SJL 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 LL52 SJL find?
LL52 SJL passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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