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M996 ECD

1995 Yamaha Diversion

Silver Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

47,773 mi
Last recorded47,773 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Diversion31,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM996 ECD
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 47,773 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 43,185 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively has a small amount of run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2024 43,182 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working sometimes will not operate with lights on (7.7 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively has a small amount of run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 39,787 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy stiff and notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear tyre,has cracks in side wall and tread pattern but unable to see any ply

Pass 8 Sep 2022 35,488 miles

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Fail 6 Sep 2022 35,448 miles

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2014 35,289 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 34,742 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 34,566 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 32,944 miles

Front Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 30,594 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 30,594 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 27,946 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 25,036 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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M996 ECD is a 1995 Yamaha Diversion in Silver with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Diversion models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 31,399 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 M996 ECD, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha Diversion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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M996 ECD is a 1995 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 31 March 1995.

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