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N890 NNJ

1996 Yamaha Diversion

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

33,873 mi
Last recorded33,873 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Diversion29,717 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN890 NNJ
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 33,873 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2025 33,873 miles

Front Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Both mirrors fouling screen (2.1.4 (b))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 33,638 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 33,629 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 33,429 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2021 33,422 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 33,314 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 32,957 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 32,920 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 32,735 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 32,660 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 32,544 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 32,377 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 32,224 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 32,148 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 31,950 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 31,106 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 31,106 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 29,720 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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N890 NNJ is a 1996 Yamaha Diversion in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 N890 NNJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N890 NNJ registered?

N890 NNJ is a 1996 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is N890 NNJ safe to buy?

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