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J720 ESP

1992 Yamaha Diversion

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,735 mi
Last recorded42,735 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Diversion31,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ720 ESP
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 42,735 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 42,467 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 42,005 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 41,281 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 41,017 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 41,016 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock mirrors fouling windshield (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 14 Jan 2017 40,480 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 39,926 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 39,325 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 Aug 2013 38,070 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 37,436 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 34,887 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 33,269 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 20 Mar 2010 33,269 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 31,328 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 31,254 miles

rear drive chain tight.

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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J720 ESP is a 1992 Yamaha Diversion in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Diversion models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 31,970 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 J720 ESP, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha Diversion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J720 ESP registered?

J720 ESP is a 1992 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 2 April 1992.

Is J720 ESP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J720 ESP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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