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J899 VEF

1992 Yamaha Diversion

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

38,191 mi
Last recorded38,191 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Diversion31,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ899 VEF
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 38,191 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 38,191 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 37,484 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 37,484 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 36,505 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 27 Aug 2013 36,491 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 35,276 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 35,276 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 31,840 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 29,548 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Pass 27 May 2010 29,548 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 2,485 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 23,033 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 23,033 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 20,355 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 16,606 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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J899 VEF is a 1992 Yamaha Diversion in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 J899 VEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J899 VEF registered?

J899 VEF is a 1992 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is J899 VEF safe to buy?

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