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R76 VSB

1998 Yamaha Diversion

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

25,803 mi
Last recorded25,803 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Diversion31,527 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR76 VSB
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 25,803 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2024 24,702 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2024 24,702 miles

Nearside Front Brake component inadequately mounted Pad (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 24,108 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 23,546 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 23,546 miles

Offside Front Motorcycle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 23,162 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 22,518 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 22,055 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 21,606 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 20,711 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 20,189 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 20,189 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 19,066 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 19,066 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 18,991 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 18,841 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 18,090 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 18,090 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 17,983 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 14,783 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 11,544 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 7,755 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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R76 VSB is a 1998 Yamaha Diversion in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Diversion models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 31,527 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 R76 VSB, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Diversion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R76 VSB registered?

R76 VSB is a 1998 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R76 VSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R76 VSB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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