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X Factor expert? Only die-hard fans (and Louis Walsh) will get full marks in our tricky quiz

Try our 20-question X Factor quiz and prove you're the king or queen of Saturday night TV trivia

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THE X Factor has been around so long, we can’t imagine pre-Christmas weekends without it.

Crazy but true, the show entered our worlds before smartphones, tablets and even Facebook.

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Remember this line-up? Feels like a lifetime ago alreadyCredit: Rex

Since 2004, the show has spawned global superstars – including the likes of One Direction and Little Mix – who have sold tens of millions of records and tickets.

And, yeah, okay, it’s produced a fair few flops too. You know who they are. Or, more likely, you’ve forgotten.

Of course, the judges have often made the news too. One mentor even had a baby with a contestant. Didn’t see that coming.

But have you been paying attention all these years? Try our tricky quiz and prove it.

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Only losers will use Google when playing our quiz, but you can phone a friend.

If you’re young, you might want to consult older family members and get them to explain who Steve Brookstein is.

Oh, and one hint: the photos aren’t always a reliable clue. Good luck!

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