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N465 BVT

1996 Yamaha Diversion

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,304 mi
Last recorded54,304 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Diversion29,717 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN465 BVT
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2022 54,304 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2022 54,304 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 51,974 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 48,201 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 48,201 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 47,430 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 43,929 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 41,789 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 41,789 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 May 2008 40,580 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 36,988 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 32,602 miles

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

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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N465 BVT is a 1996 Yamaha Diversion in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Diversion models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 29,717 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 N465 BVT, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Diversion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N465 BVT registered?

N465 BVT is a 1996 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 16 April 1996.

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