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N958 JRE

1996 Yamaha Diversion

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,680 mi
Last recorded46,680 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Diversion29,717 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN958 JRE
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 46,680 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 45,883 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 45,083 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 43,994 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 43,019 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 43,019 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2020 42,976 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 41,642 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 40,607 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Dec 2017 40,607 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 39,434 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 38,500 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 38,499 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2014 37,302 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 36,353 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2013 36,353 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 35,417 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 34,448 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 32,508 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2010 32,508 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 19 Dec 2009 31,072 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 29,245 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2007 25,033 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 21,112 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2006 21,112 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake Caliper binding slightly.

Pass 20 Dec 2005 17,534 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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N958 JRE is a 1996 Yamaha Diversion in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N958 JRE, 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 N958 JRE registered?

N958 JRE is a 1996 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is N958 JRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N958 JRE shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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