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M288 NTF

1994 Yamaha Diversion

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

1,222 mi
Last recorded1,222 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Diversion29,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM288 NTF
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 1,222 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 1,222 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 28 May 2022 27,324 miles
Fail 28 May 2022 27,324 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 26,943 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play Rear wheel bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 25,709 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 23,572 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 23,556 miles

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 23,541 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated Fork oil. (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 22,748 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 21,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering INSECURE SIDE PANNELS (2.1.2e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Sep 2016 21,160 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering INSECURE SIDE PANNELS (2.1.2e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 16,700 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 16,690 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 14,193 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 14,069 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 12,909 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2008 12,756 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 12,756 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 10,508 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

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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M288 NTF is a 1994 Yamaha Diversion in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 M288 NTF, 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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M288 NTF is a 1994 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 31 August 1994.

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