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N959 KRO

1996 Yamaha Diversion

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

14,923 mi
Last recorded14,923 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Diversion29,717 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN959 KRO
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 14,923 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 14,906 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 14,884 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 14,873 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 14,863 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 14,843 miles

Front tyre tread worn unevenly.

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 14,830 miles

Front tyre tread worn uneven.

Pass 24 Aug 2018 14,819 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 14,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 14,787 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 14,752 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 14,745 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 14,724 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 14,710 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 14,689 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 14,651 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 14,545 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 3 Aug 2009 14,531 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 14,494 miles

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 14,480 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 14,465 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 14,458 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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N959 KRO is a 1996 Yamaha Diversion in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N959 KRO, 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 N959 KRO registered?

N959 KRO is a 1996 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 12 June 1996.

Is N959 KRO safe to buy?

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