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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

V678 FCYMOT history

V678 FCY is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 38 MOT tests, with 216,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

V678 FCY red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
216,468 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
38
21 passed · 17 failed
Per year
3,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V678 FCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V678 FCY was last recorded at 216,468 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,452 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
3,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 216,468 miles
  • 2025 – 216,305 miles
  • 2024 – 214,534 miles
  • 2023 – 213,458 miles
  • 2022 – 212,374 miles
  • 2021 – 210,397 miles
  • 2020 – 208,852 miles
  • 2019 – 207,432 miles
  • 2018 – 204,704 miles
  • 2017 – 202,426 miles
  • 2016 – 199,154 miles
  • 2015 – 195,498 miles
  • 2014 – 191,161 miles
  • 2013 – 188,002 miles
  • 2012 – 184,270 miles
  • 2011 – 180,094 miles
  • 2010 – 176,929 miles
  • 2009 – 173,285 miles
  • 2008 – 168,926 miles
  • 2007 – 151,224 miles
  • 2006 – 139,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,468 miles
  • 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 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

38 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,468 miles (+16)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    216,468 miles
    Test number
    801206564011
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (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))

  2. Fail216,452 miles (+147)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,452 miles
    Test number
    393870730220
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (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))

  3. Pass216,305 miles (+9)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    216,305 miles
    Test number
    331672144087
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail216,296 miles (+1,762)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,296 miles
    Test number
    262105342694
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor , behind wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor , behind wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass214,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    214,534 miles
    Test number
    751367490136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail214,534 miles (+1,076)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,534 miles
    Test number
    503900753581
    • 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 Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  7. Pass213,458 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    213,458 miles
    Test number
    280578026147
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail213,454 miles (+1,080)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,454 miles
    Test number
    398127534888
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass212,374 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    212,374 miles
    Test number
    256756503968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail212,369 miles (+1,972)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,369 miles
    Test number
    412928905918
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass210,397 miles (+56)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    210,397 miles
    Test number
    794811626862
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both wheel arches (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  12. Fail210,341 miles (+1,489)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,341 miles
    Test number
    136793185289
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to fuel leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both wheel arches (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  13. Pass208,852 miles (+58)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    208,852 miles
    Test number
    577966538161
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Fail208,794 miles (+1,362)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,794 miles
    Test number
    903746511271
    • DangerousSteering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  15. Pass207,432 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    207,432 miles
    Test number
    572536566357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack mounting bushes worn

  16. Fail207,383 miles (+2,679)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,383 miles
    Test number
    483982829517
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack mounting bushes worn

  17. Pass204,704 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    204,704 miles
    Test number
    269976984598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking

  18. Fail204,704 miles (+2,278)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,704 miles
    Test number
    779561057575
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking

  19. Pass202,426 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    202,426 miles
    Test number
    335232610517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail202,416 miles (+3,262)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,416 miles
    Test number
    895683628007
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass199,154 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    199,154 miles
    Test number
    698492513630
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryFaulty latch on drivers door
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  22. Fail199,154 miles (+3,656)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,154 miles
    Test number
    540671065260
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryFaulty latch on drivers door
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  23. Pass195,498 miles (+76)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    195,498 miles
    Test number
    536100745155
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail195,422 miles (+4,261)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,422 miles
    Test number
    328776935189
    • FailureCentre Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass191,161 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    191,161 miles
    Test number
    729429034165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail191,152 miles (+3,150)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,152 miles
    Test number
    429109524143
    • FailureCentre Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Pass188,002 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    188,002 miles
    Test number
    617791823101
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Fail188,002 miles (+3,732)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,002 miles
    Test number
    437236813160
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass184,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    184,270 miles
    Test number
    577335122142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail184,270 miles (+4,176)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,270 miles
    Test number
    897698312126
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass180,094 miles (+3,165)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    180,094 miles
    Test number
    585566221114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass176,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    176,929 miles
    Test number
    324116820106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail176,929 miles (+3,644)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,929 miles
    Test number
    692816320100
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  34. Pass173,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    173,285 miles
    Test number
    451651829126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail173,285 miles (+4,359)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,285 miles
    Test number
    541025419193
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  36. Pass168,926 miles (+17,702)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    168,926 miles
    Test number
    544462248100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDoor handle broken on inside drivers door
    • NoteNoise on front on roadtest .Possible gearbox bearing

  37. Pass151,224 miles (+12,134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    151,224 miles
    Test number
    973006767023
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  38. Pass139,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    139,090 miles
    Test number
    304610786070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V678 FCY

Does V678 FCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V678 FCY is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V678 FCY?
The MOT on V678 FCY is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V678 FCY done?
V678 FCY was recorded at 216,468 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 3,792 miles a year.
Has V678 FCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V678 FCY has failed 17 of its 38 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V678 FCY 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 V678 FCY find?
V678 FCY passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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