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N985 VVV

1996 Yamaha Diversion

Black Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,576 mi
Last recorded66,576 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Diversion29,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN985 VVV
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 66,576 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 66,576 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 66,057 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2019 65,398 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 64,598 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 64,261 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 62,862 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 62,862 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 62,856 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 62,856 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 62,635 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 61,646 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 60,954 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 60,954 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2011 60,057 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 60,057 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 58,651 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 55,161 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 55,161 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 54,526 miles

front discs showing signs of corrosion

right hand fork seal damp

Pass 20 Sep 2006 53,753 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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N985 VVV is a 1996 Yamaha Diversion in Black with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N985 VVV, 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 N985 VVV registered?

N985 VVV is a 1996 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N985 VVV safe to buy?

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