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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y254 PFMMOT history

Y254 PFM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 17 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 71,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2024
Mileage
71,649 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y254 PFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y254 PFM was last recorded at 71,649 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 4,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,542 miles · 9 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
4,107 miles
Average per year
2,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,649 miles
  • 2023 – 67,542 miles
  • 2022 – 64,314 miles
  • 2021 – 62,640 miles
  • 2020 – 62,046 miles
  • 2019 – 58,579 miles
  • 2018 – 54,951 miles
  • 2017 – 50,227 miles
  • 2016 – 46,718 miles
  • 2014 – 46,717 miles
  • 2013 – 41,748 miles
  • 2012 – 36,528 miles
  • 2011 – 33,265 miles
  • 2010 – 30,781 miles
  • 2009 – 28,155 miles
  • 2008 – 25,373 miles
  • 2007 – 22,045 miles
  • 2006 – 18,362 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail71,649 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill on under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear reversing lamp inoperative
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • EML on dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail71,649 miles (+4,107)1 dangerous11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,649 miles
    Test number
    350299878542
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill on under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reversing lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass67,542 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,542 miles
    Test number
    792141216885
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on dash
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Fail67,537 miles (+3,223)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,537 miles
    Test number
    501525096070
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on dash
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass64,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    64,314 miles
    Test number
    300549159688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail64,314 miles (+31)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,314 miles
    Test number
    396593466241
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  6. Fail64,283 miles (+1,643)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,283 miles
    Test number
    548133089946
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn NSR and OSR (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass62,640 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    62,640 miles
    Test number
    311144200682
    • AdvisorySurface corrossion on suspension components
  8. Fail62,640 miles (+594)8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,640 miles
    Test number
    242519087518
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Centre sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass62,046 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    62,046 miles
    Test number
    812934967258
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective centre clamp not holding to front section exhaust slides in and out (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement movement in upper mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre almost on limit and has nail in the edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement movement in upper mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn close to limit and perishing on side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive underside of gearbox wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse light not working
  10. Fail62,046 miles (+3,467)12 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,046 miles
    Test number
    592587859473
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective centre clamp not holding to front section exhaust slides in and out (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement movement in upper mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre almost on limit and has nail in the edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement movement in upper mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn close to limit and perishing on side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive underside of gearbox wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse light not working
  11. Pass58,579 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    58,579 miles
    Test number
    655657662769
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight bind O/S/R brake
  12. Fail58,579 miles (+3,628)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,579 miles
    Test number
    905379717688
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight bind O/S/R brake
  13. Pass54,951 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,951 miles
    Test number
    648042270380
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside on 1.6mm wearing smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Fail54,951 miles (+4,724)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,951 miles
    Test number
    539453302585
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside on 1.6mm wearing smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass50,227 miles (+3,509)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    50,227 miles
    Test number
    539909221958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    46,718 miles
    Test number
    607442787979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracks in side walls
  17. Fail46,718 miles (+1)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,718 miles
    Test number
    131629785349
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracks in side walls
  18. Pass46,717 miles (+4,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,717 miles
    Test number
    869258394141
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass41,748 miles (+5,220)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    41,748 miles
    Test number
    517105033287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,528 miles (+3,263)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    36,528 miles
    Test number
    207214742212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,265 miles (+2,484)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    33,265 miles
    Test number
    378008821438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,781 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,781 miles
    Test number
    630754340293
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has light cracks on tread
    • NoteSlight damage on front number plate
    • NoteSlight damage on n/s mid outer sill
    • NoteTrackion light on on dash
  23. Fail30,781 miles (+2,626)3 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,781 miles
    Test number
    582724340207
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteLong travel on brake pedal
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has light cracks on tread
    • NoteSlight bind on both rear brakes
    • NoteSlight damage on front number plate
    • NoteSlight damage on n/s mid outer sill
    • NoteTrackion light on on dash
  24. Pass28,155 miles (+2,782)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    28,155 miles
    Test number
    434372439218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear pads look low advise strip and check
    • NoteSlight bind o/s/r and n/s/r brakes advise strip and check
    • NoteSlight damage to front number plate
    • NoteTraction light on on dash
  25. Fail25,373 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,373 miles
    Test number
    202752638250
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBrake pads (rear inners ) getting low
  26. Pass25,373 miles (+3,328)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    25,373 miles
    Test number
    373742438281
    • NoteBrake pads (rear inners ) getting low
  27. Pass22,045 miles (+3,683)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    22,045 miles
    Test number
    190213147204
    • NoteAccident damage to n/s/r outer sill
    • NoteCut in o/s/r tyre side wall - not to cord
    • NoteO/s/r and n/s/r tyres approaching legal limit on treads
  28. Pass18,362 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    18,362 miles
    Test number
    271042786119
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f tyres approaching legal limit on treads

Questions about Y254 PFM

Does Y254 PFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y254 PFM expired on 8 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y254 PFM?
The MOT on Y254 PFM expired on 8 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y254 PFM done?
Y254 PFM was recorded at 71,649 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 2,710 miles a year.
Has Y254 PFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y254 PFM has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y254 PFM 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 Y254 PFM find?
Y254 PFM failed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects and 5 advisories: offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached loose; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 14 more.

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