Yamaha Xj 6 S Diversion (2012)
2012 Yamaha Xj 6 S Diversion
CarHunch analysed 141 real MOT records for the 2012 Yamaha Xj 6 S Diversion. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2012 Yamaha XJ6 S Diversion has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.2%, notably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes encounter more issues than typical motorcycles of this age and mileage. Nearly one in five examples (19.1%) have picked up a dangerous defect at some point, which is a legitimate concern for a prospective buyer and warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
The median mileage of 13,875 miles is reasonable for a twelve-year-old bike, but the average of 16,711 suggests some have been ridden considerably harder—which likely explains why these machines are averaging 0.74 failures and 2.7 advisories per test. Before committing to one, budget for brake work and exhaust system repairs, and get a full service history check to understand how consistently the previous owner maintained it.
What to check before buying a 2012 Yamaha Xj 6 S 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.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Yamaha Xj 6 S Diversion
MOT history is one piece of the puzzle. These checks can reveal what CarHunch can't.
CarHunch may earn a small commission if you buy via these links — at no extra cost to you.
Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (96%) | 136 | 70.3% | 0.76 |
| Other (4%) | 5 | 97.1% | 0.2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Yamaha Xj 6 S 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 2012 Yamaha Xj 6 S Diversion vehicles fall between 7,605 and 22,622 miles.
2012 Yamaha Xj 6 S Diversion — Still on the Road
60 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 63% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
MOT History Averages
Found a specific Yamaha Xj 6 S Diversion?
Enter the reg to see its individual MOT history, AI Hunches, and how it compares to this cohort.