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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 997 cc

Y246 OFMMOT history

Y246 OFM is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 142,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2025.

Y246 OFM black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2025
Mileage
142,706 mi
At MOT on 30 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y246 OFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
997 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y246 OFM was last recorded at 142,706 miles on 30 Dec 2025, 596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,110 miles · 30 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
596 miles
Average per year
5,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,706 miles
  • 2024 – 142,110 miles
  • 2023 – 128,505 miles
  • 2022 – 119,858 miles
  • 2021 – 114,584 miles
  • 2020 – 96,139 miles
  • 2019 – 83,014 miles
  • 2018 – 73,351 miles
  • 2017 – 70,267 miles
  • 2016 – 68,393 miles
  • 2015 – 66,534 miles
  • 2014 – 63,740 miles
  • 2012 – 60,343 miles
  • 2011 – 58,168 miles
  • 2010 – 55,422 miles
  • 2009 – 52,262 miles
  • 2008 – 45,734 miles
  • 2007 – 40,755 miles
  • 2006 – 36,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail142,706 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Coil spring corroded ALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail142,706 miles (+596)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,706 miles
    Test number
    971996994494
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Pass142,110 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    142,110 miles
    Test number
    302927327670
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail142,110 miles (+13,605)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,110 miles
    Test number
    689339921613
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass128,505 miles (+1,294)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    128,505 miles
    Test number
    630088830138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail127,211 miles (+7,353)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,211 miles
    Test number
    182401783293
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  6. Pass119,858 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    119,858 miles
    Test number
    598727846149
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail119,858 miles (+5,274)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,858 miles
    Test number
    872531481687
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass114,584 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    114,584 miles
    Test number
    574614503551
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail114,583 miles (+18,444)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,583 miles
    Test number
    877690869479
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass96,139 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,139 miles
    Test number
    741575831906
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light illuminated, system may require attention/repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  11. Fail96,137 miles (+13,123)1 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,137 miles
    Test number
    437878727005
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light illuminated, system may require attention/repair
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  12. Pass83,014 miles (+13)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    83,014 miles
    Test number
    318034589308
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  13. Fail83,001 miles (+9,650)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,001 miles
    Test number
    873988596340
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  14. Pass73,351 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    73,351 miles
    Test number
    822335563892
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine light on.
  15. Fail73,351 miles (+3,084)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,351 miles
    Test number
    772513695247
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine light on.
  16. Pass70,267 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,267 miles
    Test number
    333161665888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has cracking to side walls
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cracking to side walls
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine and gearbox
    • AdvisoryEngine warning lamp on
  17. Fail70,267 miles (+1,874)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,267 miles
    Test number
    588987403116
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has cracking to side walls
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cracking to side walls
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine and gearbox
    • AdvisoryEngine warning lamp on
  18. Pass68,393 miles (+1,859)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    68,393 miles
    Test number
    429138824735
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre - cracks in sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre - cracks in sidewall
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
  19. Pass66,534 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,534 miles
    Test number
    435132575043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine management light on
  20. Fail66,534 miles (+2,794)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,534 miles
    Test number
    506734665066
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine Managment light on
  21. Pass63,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,740 miles
    Test number
    277200874078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,740 miles (+6)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,740 miles
    Test number
    597089064004
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cracking to outter side wall also worn smooth on inside edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has cracking to outter side wall also worn smooth on inside edgde
  23. Fail63,734 miles (+3,391)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,734 miles
    Test number
    119147664070
    • DangerousBoth front tyres worn bald on inner edges
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracked outer side walls
  24. Pass60,343 miles (+2,175)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    60,343 miles
    Test number
    265162392114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,168 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    58,168 miles
    Test number
    276897301249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  26. Fail58,168 miles (+2,746)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,168 miles
    Test number
    367682001416
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  27. Pass55,422 miles (+3,160)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,422 miles
    Test number
    374994690177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,262 miles (+6,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,262 miles
    Test number
    163641399466
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  29. Pass45,734 miles (+4,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,734 miles
    Test number
    520170378009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  30. Pass40,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,755 miles
    Test number
    952497867061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail40,755 miles (+4,704)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,755 miles
    Test number
    272525667000
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  32. Pass36,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,051 miles
    Test number
    191606376483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y246 OFM

Does Y246 OFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y246 OFM expired on 29 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y246 OFM?
The MOT on Y246 OFM expired on 29 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y246 OFM done?
Y246 OFM was recorded at 142,706 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2025, an average of 5,390 miles a year.
Has Y246 OFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y246 OFM has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y246 OFM 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 Y246 OFM find?
Y246 OFM failed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2025 with 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 5 more.

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