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M359 LNL

1994 Yamaha Diversion

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

21 mi
Last recorded21 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Diversion29,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM359 LNL
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 21 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 27,825 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 27,821 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2019 27,704 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 27,379 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 26,946 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 26,946 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 26,596 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 26,596 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 26,116 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 24,113 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 16,376 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 16,328 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 12 May 2008 15,529 miles

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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M359 LNL is a 1994 Yamaha Diversion in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M359 LNL, 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 M359 LNL registered?

M359 LNL is a 1994 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M359 LNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M359 LNL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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