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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

S2 CGJMOT history

S2 CGJ is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 189,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

S2 CGJ white 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 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
189,625 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S2 CGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S2 CGJ was last recorded at 189,625 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Dec 2009: 57,516 miles, lower than 69,569 miles on 31 Mar 2009.

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
189,623 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,625 miles
  • 2024 – 188,581 miles
  • 2022 – 185,894 miles
  • 2021 – 181,408 miles
  • 2019 – 180,746 miles
  • 2018 – 180,363 miles
  • 2017 – 175,466 miles
  • 2016 – 173,492 miles
  • 2015 – 170,929 miles
  • 2014 – 165,502 miles
  • 2013 – 156,945 miles
  • 2012 – 145,181 miles
  • 2011 – 130,587 miles
  • 2010 – 110,107 miles
  • 2009 – 57,516 miles
  • 2008 – 49,943 miles
  • 2007 – 28,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,625 miles
  • AdvisoryChassis condition slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryReverse light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • All tyres cracking

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Coil springs corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brakes require further inspection

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • General under vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,625 miles (+2)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    189,625 miles
    Test number
    167932884473
    • AdvisoryChassis condition slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  2. Fail189,623 miles (+1,042)1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,623 miles
    Test number
    257535010837
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChassis condition slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  3. Pass188,581 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    188,581 miles
    Test number
    255741452966
    • AdvisoryBrake 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail188,573 miles (+1,585)1 dangerous1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,573 miles
    Test number
    936743399045
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass186,988 miles (+1)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    186,988 miles
    Test number
    888879623986
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryBrakes require further inspection
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail186,987 miles (+1,093)1 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,987 miles
    Test number
    637632369634
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryBrakes require further inspection
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass185,894 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    185,894 miles
    Test number
    661488310423
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged

  8. Fail185,889 miles (+1,535)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,889 miles
    Test number
    436665955364
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged

  9. Pass184,354 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    184,354 miles
    Test number
    792388231928
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryGearbox has slight oil leak

  10. Fail184,345 miles (+2,937)1 dangerous3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,345 miles
    Test number
    676367265381
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryGearbox has slight oil leak

  11. Pass181,408 miles (+662)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    181,408 miles
    Test number
    814991563486
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint 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 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))
    • AdvisoryBrakes require further inspection
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded

  12. Pass180,746 miles (+383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    180,746 miles
    Test number
    776697864169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged Pipe into caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass180,363 miles (+4,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    180,363 miles
    Test number
    444348606942
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EGR Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged >Caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass175,466 miles (+1,974)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    175,466 miles
    Test number
    850178591169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass173,492 miles (+2,563)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    173,492 miles
    Test number
    852197164858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass170,929 miles (+5,427)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    170,929 miles
    Test number
    358734518307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass165,502 miles (+8,557)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    165,502 miles
    Test number
    479696954351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass156,945 miles (+11,764)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    156,945 miles
    Test number
    605082353329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass145,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    145,181 miles
    Test number
    406286752402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail145,181 miles (+14,594)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,181 miles
    Test number
    487143952496
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • NoteCltuch pedal rubber worn and insecure
    • NoteOffside front door check strap insecure

  21. Pass130,587 miles (+20,480)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    130,587 miles
    Test number
    689497421303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass110,107 miles (+52,591)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    110,107 miles
    Test number
    172102140309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,516 miles (-12,053)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    57,516 miles
    Test number
    702146159395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,569 miles (+19,626)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    69,569 miles
    Test number
    774240599043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass49,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,943 miles
    Test number
    273272028151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail49,943 miles (+21,151)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,943 miles
    Test number
    911640328161
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  27. Pass28,792 miles (+807)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    28,792 miles
    Test number
    211294627192
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass27,985 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    27,985 miles
    Test number
    233307657011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Fail27,985 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,985 miles
    Test number
    844317157099
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about S2 CGJ

Does S2 CGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S2 CGJ is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S2 CGJ?
The MOT on S2 CGJ is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S2 CGJ done?
S2 CGJ was recorded at 189,625 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 8,568 miles a year.
Has S2 CGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S2 CGJ has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S2 CGJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Dec 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S2 CGJ find?
S2 CGJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 13 advisories: chassis condition slightly corroded; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged, and 10 more.

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