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White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,446 cc

R448 UCSMOT history

R448 UCS is a white diesel Toyota HI-ACE first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 129,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2026
Mileage
129,426 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R448 UCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
HI-ACE
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,446 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R448 UCS was last recorded at 129,426 miles on 15 Aug 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,417 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
2,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,426 miles
  • 2024 – 125,615 miles
  • 2023 – 123,130 miles
  • 2022 – 120,818 miles
  • 2021 – 119,261 miles
  • 2020 – 115,866 miles
  • 2019 – 110,475 miles
  • 2018 – 110,468 miles
  • 2017 – 110,386 miles
  • 2016 – 110,077 miles
  • 2015 – 109,802 miles
  • 2014 – 109,335 miles
  • 2013 – 109,158 miles
  • 2012 – 108,665 miles
  • 2011 – 107,259 miles
  • 2010 – 104,837 miles
  • 2009 – 98,020 miles
  • 2008 – 92,607 miles
  • 2007 – 84,962 miles
  • 2006 – 75,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,426 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded but not seriously weakenedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive At engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive At transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All road tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,426 miles (+9)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    129,426 miles
    Test number
    522466501348
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive At engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive At transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All road tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail129,417 miles (+3,802)1 dangerous2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,417 miles
    Test number
    190685160664
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive At engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive At transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All road tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass125,615 miles (+2,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    125,615 miles
    Test number
    402208457938
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE IN POOR CONDITION

  4. Pass123,130 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    123,130 miles
    Test number
    923033429519
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail123,128 miles (+2,310)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,128 miles
    Test number
    739837471171
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass120,818 miles (+341)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    120,818 miles
    Test number
    876065368586
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail120,477 miles (+1,216)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,477 miles
    Test number
    242056164060
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass119,261 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,261 miles
    Test number
    717937359832
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail119,250 miles (+3,384)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,250 miles
    Test number
    434913928881
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass115,866 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    115,866 miles
    Test number
    824766302543
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDiff leaking

  11. Fail115,864 miles (+5,389)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,864 miles
    Test number
    439913560808
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDiff leaking

  12. Pass110,475 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,475 miles
    Test number
    445026969645
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed and corroded but not within 30cm of any component (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed and corroded but not within 30cm of any component (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front central and rear inner sill holed and corroded but not within 30cm of any component (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair made to o/s/r wheel arch (tape)
    • AdvisoryBoth seat belts twisted

  13. Fail110,475 miles (+7)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,475 miles
    Test number
    371941674961
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed and corroded but not within 30cm of any component (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed and corroded but not within 30cm of any component (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front central and rear inner sill holed and corroded but not within 30cm of any component (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth seat belts twisted

  14. Pass110,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,468 miles
    Test number
    348334885143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail110,468 miles (+82)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,468 miles
    Test number
    257402209553
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass110,386 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    110,386 miles
    Test number
    738860324924
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

  17. Fail110,386 miles (+309)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,386 miles
    Test number
    974470330658
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass110,077 miles (+275)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    110,077 miles
    Test number
    524927043314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,802 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    109,802 miles
    Test number
    167381845085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail109,799 miles (+464)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,799 miles
    Test number
    247458035008
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  21. Pass109,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    109,335 miles
    Test number
    579941744035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail109,335 miles (+177)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,335 miles
    Test number
    666897334084
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  23. Pass109,158 miles (+493)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    109,158 miles
    Test number
    585693033008
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteN/s/f+o/s/f jacking points corroded

  24. Fail108,665 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,665 miles
    Test number
    349645332061
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass108,665 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    108,665 miles
    Test number
    856505132034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass107,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    107,259 miles
    Test number
    956765431004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail107,259 miles (+2,422)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,259 miles
    Test number
    105535831418
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass104,837 miles (+6,817)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    104,837 miles
    Test number
    480349310037
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear axle forward mounting bush showing seperation

  29. Pass98,020 miles (+94)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    98,020 miles
    Test number
    704494639099
    • NoteO/s front link pin showing movement
    • NoteSlight blow at exhaust

  30. Fail97,926 miles (+5,319)2 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,926 miles
    Test number
    681912529076
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/s front link pin showing movement
    • NoteSlight blow at exhaust

  31. Pass92,607 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    92,607 miles
    Test number
    211318918091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail92,600 miles (+7,638)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,600 miles
    Test number
    193517218081
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  33. Pass84,962 miles (+9,835)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    84,962 miles
    Test number
    414678807009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass75,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    75,127 miles
    Test number
    974624326003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R448 UCS

Does R448 UCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R448 UCS expired on 14 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R448 UCS?
The MOT on R448 UCS expired on 14 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R448 UCS done?
R448 UCS was recorded at 129,426 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2025, an average of 2,777 miles a year.
Has R448 UCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R448 UCS has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on R448 UCS 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 R448 UCS find?
R448 UCS passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; all suspension corroded but not seriously weakened; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users, and 10 more.

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