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Ford Transit Connect

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LR53 YFZMOT history

LR53 YFZ is a silver diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 3 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 153,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2025.

LR53 YFZ silver Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2025
Mileage
153,412 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2025
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 YFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR53 YFZ was last recorded at 153,412 miles on 17 Jul 2025, 705 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,707 miles · 30 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
705 miles
Average per year
5,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 153,412 miles
  • 2024 – 152,707 miles
  • 2023 – 152,595 miles
  • 2022 – 151,843 miles
  • 2021 – 150,091 miles
  • 2020 – 144,601 miles
  • 2019 – 140,772 miles
  • 2018 – 134,818 miles
  • 2016 – 126,941 miles
  • 2015 – 121,325 miles
  • 2014 – 115,582 miles
  • 2013 – 107,998 miles
  • 2012 – 103,115 miles
  • 2011 – 91,404 miles
  • 2010 – 84,023 miles
  • 2009 – 76,662 miles
  • 2008 – 68,579 miles
  • 2007 – 56,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail153,412 miles
  • DangerousCentral Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail153,412 miles (+705)3 dangerous7 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,412 miles
    Test number
    602071773061
    • DangerousCentral Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass152,707 miles (+112)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    152,707 miles
    Test number
    208930973461
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle rusty all over
  3. Pass152,595 miles (+3)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    152,595 miles
    Test number
    152382540772
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail152,592 miles (+749)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,592 miles
    Test number
    364414745040
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sil end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sil end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass151,843 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    151,843 miles
    Test number
    720050810825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail151,843 miles (+1,752)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,843 miles
    Test number
    323473932615
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake effort inadequate at a wheel both rear (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass150,091 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    150,091 miles
    Test number
    436171641221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail150,087 miles (+5,486)1 dangerous9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,087 miles
    Test number
    270342194170
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass144,601 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    144,601 miles
    Test number
    408794086097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Fail144,601 miles (+3,829)2 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,601 miles
    Test number
    818551181664
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Pass140,772 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    140,772 miles
    Test number
    902023203898
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer cover sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail140,772 miles (+5,954)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,772 miles
    Test number
    767159019920
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer cover sill corroded to excess (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass134,818 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    134,818 miles
    Test number
    761869961476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass132,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    132,734 miles
    Test number
    354601273445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail132,734 miles (+5,793)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,734 miles
    Test number
    783969787220
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  16. Pass126,941 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    126,941 miles
    Test number
    618599236337
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Fail126,936 miles (+5,611)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,936 miles
    Test number
    653832160996
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass121,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    121,325 miles
    Test number
    310175273892
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components
  19. Fail121,325 miles (+5,743)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,325 miles
    Test number
    656228986024
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components
  20. Pass115,582 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    115,582 miles
    Test number
    265063204352
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Fail115,582 miles (+7,584)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,582 miles
    Test number
    547123204354
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass107,998 miles (+4,883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    107,998 miles
    Test number
    867604483125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass103,115 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    103,115 miles
    Test number
    217928882443
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  24. Fail103,115 miles (+11,711)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,115 miles
    Test number
    995358782156
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  25. Fail91,404 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,404 miles
    Test number
    198337761450
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass91,404 miles (+7,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    91,404 miles
    Test number
    518357561016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass84,023 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    84,023 miles
    Test number
    362728570042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  28. Fail84,023 miles (+7,361)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,023 miles
    Test number
    254297170083
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  29. Pass76,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    76,662 miles
    Test number
    590908959055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail76,662 miles (+8,083)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,662 miles
    Test number
    224448659011
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  31. Pass68,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    68,579 miles
    Test number
    334812748088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail68,579 miles (+12,239)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,579 miles
    Test number
    430962148049
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  33. Pass56,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    56,340 miles
    Test number
    112310757007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 YFZ

Does LR53 YFZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 YFZ expired on 1 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 YFZ?
The MOT on LR53 YFZ expired on 1 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 YFZ done?
LR53 YFZ was recorded at 153,412 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2025, an average of 5,274 miles a year.
Has LR53 YFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 YFZ has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 YFZ 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 LR53 YFZ find?
LR53 YFZ failed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2025 with 3 dangerous defects, 7 major defects, 4 minor defects and 1 advisory: central exhaust silencer likely to become detached; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside front wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up, and 12 more.

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