Yamaha Xj 6 F Diversion (2013)
2013 Yamaha Xj 6 F Diversion
CarHunch analysed 111 real MOT records for the 2013 Yamaha Xj 6 F Diversion. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Yamaha XJ6 F Diversion is just about as reliable as the typical UK bike, with an 82% first-time pass rate versus the 80% average—nothing remarkable either way. However, nearly 30% of these machines have recorded dangerous defects at some point, which is a genuine concern for any prospective buyer and warrants a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic.
At just over 16,000 miles median mileage for a 12-year-old bike, these are relatively well-ridden examples that have averaged around 1.04 failures per MOT, suggesting modest wear on key components. Before committing to one, factor in that you'll likely face around four advisory-level issues per test cycle—typical minor niggles—but verify the brake, suspension and light systems have been properly maintained given the higher rate of dangerous defect history in this cohort.
What to check before buying a 2013 Yamaha Xj 6 F Diversion
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 29.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 109 | 81.7% | 1.06 |
| Other (2%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Yamaha Xj 6 F Diversion vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Yamaha Xj 6 F Diversion vehicles fall between 10,641 and 24,597 miles.
2013 Yamaha Xj 6 F Diversion — Still on the Road
53 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 52% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
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