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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,459 cc

W428 OSLMOT history

W428 OSL is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 May 2000. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 197,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

W428 OSL grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2025
Mileage
197,814 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W428 OSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
2 May 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

W428 OSL was last recorded at 197,814 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 3,900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,914 miles · 23 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,900 miles
Average per year
6,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 197,814 miles
  • 2024 – 193,914 miles
  • 2023 – 187,332 miles
  • 2022 – 184,179 miles
  • 2021 – 175,472 miles
  • 2020 – 170,301 miles
  • 2019 – 166,051 miles
  • 2018 – 163,198 miles
  • 2017 – 159,696 miles
  • 2016 – 155,336 miles
  • 2015 – 147,049 miles
  • 2014 – 139,510 miles
  • 2013 – 131,688 miles
  • 2012 – 124,781 miles
  • 2011 – 117,607 miles
  • 2010 – 108,028 miles
  • 2009 – 100,137 miles
  • 2008 – 91,959 miles
  • 2007 – 85,112 miles
  • 2006 – 77,248 miles
  • 2005 – 71,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail197,814 miles
  • MajorCentral Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter 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 Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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 Headlamp aim too low

    Failure6 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure5 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail197,814 miles (+3,900)9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,814 miles
    Test number
    392811339744
    • MajorCentral Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter 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 Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass193,914 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    193,914 miles
    Test number
    355385185030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail193,913 miles (+6,581)1 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,913 miles
    Test number
    187414443398
    • DangerousSteering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (marked x2) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on trailing arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on trailing arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass187,332 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    187,332 miles
    Test number
    514458343647
    • 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))
    • 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))
  5. Fail187,332 miles (+3,153)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,332 miles
    Test number
    568254617068
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • 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))
  6. Pass184,179 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    184,179 miles
    Test number
    250036797878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail184,173 miles (+8,701)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,173 miles
    Test number
    930919966309
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass175,472 miles (+5,171)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    175,472 miles
    Test number
    634918100068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass170,301 miles (+4,250)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    170,301 miles
    Test number
    360129139673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Pass166,051 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    166,051 miles
    Test number
    762736200632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail166,051 miles (+2,853)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,051 miles
    Test number
    587925201449
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass163,198 miles (+3,502)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    163,198 miles
    Test number
    423637267969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass159,696 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    159,696 miles
    Test number
    283651991486
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres deteriorated
  14. Fail159,696 miles (+4,360)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,696 miles
    Test number
    612543978281
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres deteriorated
  15. Pass155,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    155,336 miles
    Test number
    121616471643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail155,336 miles (+8,287)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,336 miles
    Test number
    797864767070
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  17. Pass147,049 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    147,049 miles
    Test number
    918684575115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Fail147,049 miles (+7,539)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,049 miles
    Test number
    206560775477
    • 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 Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass139,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    139,510 miles
    Test number
    899491774154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail139,510 miles (+7,822)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,510 miles
    Test number
    766619864115
    • 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  21. Pass131,688 miles (+6,907)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    131,688 miles
    Test number
    335538663107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  22. Pass124,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    124,781 miles
    Test number
    588851972173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail124,781 miles (+7,174)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,781 miles
    Test number
    139220872198
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  24. Pass117,607 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    117,607 miles
    Test number
    889945871133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  25. Fail117,607 miles (+9,579)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,607 miles
    Test number
    185345971180
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  26. Pass108,028 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    108,028 miles
    Test number
    610676450162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail107,995 miles (+7,858)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,995 miles
    Test number
    810555250139
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
  28. Pass100,137 miles (+408)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    100,137 miles
    Test number
    614086379178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  29. Fail99,729 miles (+7,770)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,729 miles
    Test number
    104352269181
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  30. Pass91,959 miles (+6,847)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    91,959 miles
    Test number
    521673968104
    • NoteBrake warning light stays on
    • NoteRear off side tyre walls perished
  31. Pass85,112 miles (+7,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    85,112 miles
    Test number
    872827567150
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  32. Pass77,248 miles (+5,418)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    77,248 miles
    Test number
    451715066128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass71,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    71,830 miles
    Test number
    403038365196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W428 OSL

Does W428 OSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W428 OSL expired on 22 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W428 OSL?
The MOT on W428 OSL expired on 22 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W428 OSL done?
W428 OSL was recorded at 197,814 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 6,233 miles a year.
Has W428 OSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W428 OSL has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on W428 OSL 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 W428 OSL find?
W428 OSL failed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: central driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction; nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front position lamp not working, and 14 more.

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