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K389 OFT

1992 Yamaha Diversion

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,354 mi
Last recorded71,354 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Diversion31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK389 OFT
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 71,354 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 71,350 miles

Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Fuel system component insecure fuel tank (7.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 3 Jul 2015 71,343 miles

rear tyre perished

Fail 2 Jul 2015 71,341 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear brake (1.3.1a)

rear tyre perished

Pass 15 Aug 2012 70,564 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

drive chain very dry

front suspension soft

Pass 7 Jun 2011 68,413 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 68,323 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

rear shock mounting has been repaired

Fail 30 Mar 2010 68,323 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 3 Sep 2008 68,268 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 68,268 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 68,102 miles

rear s/absorber bracket welded

Pass 30 Aug 2006 67,914 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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K389 OFT is a 1992 Yamaha Diversion in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K389 OFT, 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 K389 OFT registered?

K389 OFT is a 1992 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 1 August 1992.

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