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Mercedes-Benz C

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,996 cc

R16 LCSMOT history

R16 LCS is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 8 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 135,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

R16 LCS red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
135,280 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 LCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
8 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 LCS was last recorded at 135,280 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 296 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,984 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
296 miles
Average per year
4,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,280 miles
  • 2025 – 134,984 miles
  • 2024 – 134,518 miles
  • 2023 – 133,687 miles
  • 2022 – 132,858 miles
  • 2021 – 131,595 miles
  • 2020 – 130,521 miles
  • 2019 – 127,908 miles
  • 2018 – 122,855 miles
  • 2017 – 120,386 miles
  • 2016 – 114,800 miles
  • 2015 – 109,537 miles
  • 2014 – 103,492 miles
  • 2013 – 96,996 miles
  • 2012 – 90,152 miles
  • 2011 – 84,363 miles
  • 2010 – 77,834 miles
  • 2009 – 69,164 miles
  • 2008 – 62,893 miles
  • 2007 – 55,299 miles
  • 2006 – 48,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,280 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rusted (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rusted (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear suspension and arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Coil spring corroded both front springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,280 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    135,280 miles
    Test number
    928931929617
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rusted (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rusted (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear suspension and arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail135,280 miles (+296)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,280 miles
    Test number
    443750242724
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rusted (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rusted (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear suspension and arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass134,984 miles (+466)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    134,984 miles
    Test number
    110526466715
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass134,518 miles (+13)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    134,518 miles
    Test number
    310879019019
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive left side of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Fail134,505 miles (+818)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,505 miles
    Test number
    131871166042
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive left side of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  6. Pass133,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    133,687 miles
    Test number
    636718731851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail133,687 miles (+829)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,687 miles
    Test number
    167926242009
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass132,858 miles (+1,263)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    132,858 miles
    Test number
    484206540780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill in poor condition at jacking point
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  9. Pass131,595 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    131,595 miles
    Test number
    194238980725
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm. Also cracking in the tread 195/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm. Also cracking in the tread 195/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail131,595 miles (+1,074)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,595 miles
    Test number
    365602205522
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm. Also cracking in the tread 195/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm. Also cracking in the tread 195/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass130,521 miles (+19)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    130,521 miles
    Test number
    949745766683
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge 195/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail130,502 miles (+2,594)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,502 miles
    Test number
    132376970994
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge 195/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass127,908 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,908 miles
    Test number
    986602752036
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail127,908 miles (+5,053)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,908 miles
    Test number
    204495215143
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass122,855 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    122,855 miles
    Test number
    944124256393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail122,855 miles (+2,469)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,855 miles
    Test number
    464998914031
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass120,386 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    120,386 miles
    Test number
    511824277438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edge

  18. Fail120,386 miles (+5,586)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,386 miles
    Test number
    534990521729
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edge

  19. Pass114,800 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    114,800 miles
    Test number
    933649810496
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre inner side wall perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail114,800 miles (+5,263)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,800 miles
    Test number
    129318345213
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre inner side wall perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass109,537 miles (+6,045)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    109,537 miles
    Test number
    436815335154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass103,492 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    103,492 miles
    Test number
    589460844129
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail103,492 miles (+6,496)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,492 miles
    Test number
    388260844104
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass96,996 miles (+6,844)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    96,996 miles
    Test number
    356613543178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Pass90,152 miles (+5,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    90,152 miles
    Test number
    138717932133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Pass84,363 miles (+6,529)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,363 miles
    Test number
    207696131113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass77,834 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    77,834 miles
    Test number
    202058740110
    • NoteKerb damage to wheel trims , surface corrosion to exhaust system , heavy surface corrosion to various metal fuel & brake pipes , brake brake discs corroded/worn , brake hoses perrished/cracking
    • NoteSurface corrosion to engine bay brake pipes

  28. Fail77,834 miles (+8,670)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,834 miles
    Test number
    363398040110
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteKerb damage to wheel trims , surface corrosion to exhaust system , heavy surface corrosion to various metal fuel & brake pipes , brake brake discs corroded/worn , brake hoses perrished/cracking
    • NoteSurface corrosion to engine bay brake pipes

  29. Pass69,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    69,164 miles
    Test number
    664462639183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail69,164 miles (+6,271)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,164 miles
    Test number
    334277329154
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass62,893 miles (+7,594)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    62,893 miles
    Test number
    183848148146
    • NoteOffside front tyre near legal limit

  32. Pass55,299 miles (+6,971)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,299 miles
    Test number
    661159157182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  33. Pass48,328 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    48,328 miles
    Test number
    202048296498
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about R16 LCS

Does R16 LCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 LCS is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 LCS?
The MOT on R16 LCS is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 LCS done?
R16 LCS was recorded at 135,280 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 4,348 miles a year.
Has R16 LCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 LCS has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on R16 LCS 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 R16 LCS find?
R16 LCS passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front suspension corroded; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rusted, and 7 more.

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