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L561 XAM

1994 Yamaha Diversion

Purple Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,618 mi
Last recorded38,618 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Diversion29,688 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL561 XAM
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 38,618 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 38,609 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 38,239 miles

front fork seal dust covers deteriorated

front forks pitted

hand grips slightly deteriorated

rear swing arm slightly corroded

slight play in rear wheel bearing

Fail 10 Jun 2016 38,239 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

front fork seal dust covers deteriorated

front forks pitted

hand grips slightly deteriorated

rear swing arm slightly corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2015 37,548 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 May 2014 37,357 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 37,357 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 37,059 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 37,059 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 36,896 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 36,357 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 34,403 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Diversion?

Based on 6,375 MOT tests across 603 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
826
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 114
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 84
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 62
wheel bearings have excessive free play 38
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L561 XAM is a 1994 Yamaha Diversion in Purple with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha Diversion models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 29,688 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Diversion fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L561 XAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Diversion typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Yamaha Diversion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L561 XAM registered?

L561 XAM is a 1994 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 1 May 1994.

Is L561 XAM safe to buy?

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