Yamaha Diversion Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha Diversion car check
Is the Yamaha Diversion reliable? We analysed 6,375 real MOT tests across 603 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Diversion is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Diversion.
Yamaha Diversion Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Diversion. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Diversion MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Diversion to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Diversion Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Diversion fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Diversion Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Diversion owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Diversion MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Diversion year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 312 | 85.9% | 8,413 | 16,203 | 25,492 |
| 2009 | 135 | 92.6% | 11,606 | 17,249 | 28,552 |
| 2001 | 57 | 80.7% | 38,151 | 47,722 | 63,159 |
| 2000 | 63 | 69.8% | 19,172 | 30,715 | 33,672 |
| 1999 | 63 | 71.4% | 13,659 | 20,540 | 29,401 |
| 1998 | 208 | 85.1% | 22,694 | 31,527 | 55,606 |
| 1997 | 929 | 81.7% | 16,219 | 29,318 | 38,714 |
| 1996 | 1,260 | 81.9% | 17,948 | 29,717 | 42,041 |
| 1995 | 1,239 | 83.2% | 22,112 | 31,399 | 44,316 |
| 1994 | 679 | 78.4% | 21,670 | 29,688 | 38,857 |
| 1993 | 658 | 79.5% | 20,181 | 30,863 | 39,682 |
| 1992 | 567 | 80.1% | 21,806 | 31,970 | 42,698 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Diversion Last?
Based on 603 Yamaha Diversion vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Diversion Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Diversion MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Diversion
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.6% MOT pass rate from 135 tests
69.8% MOT pass rate from 63 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Diversion is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.6% across 135 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Diversion Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Diversion THIS CAR | 81.7% | 6,375 | 29,769 mi | 34 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 86.5% | 175,313 | 16,232 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha FZS600 | 85% | 157,659 | 22,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha XJR1300 | 88.8% | 107,128 | 16,836 mi | 27 yrs |
| Skoda Felicia Gli D | 62.6% | 2,396 | 89,203 mi | 29 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Diversion trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Diversion has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.7% across 6,375 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha Diversion are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (114 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (84), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (69). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Yamaha Diversion owner drives around 826 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Yamaha Diversion models stay on UK roads for around 34 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.