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P126 HCC

1997 Yamaha Diversion

Silver Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,954 mi
Last recorded16,954 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Diversion29,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 HCC
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 16,954 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 16,148 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 15,239 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 14,673 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 13,748 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 13,709 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2021 13,709 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 13,707 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 13,606 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 13,576 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 13,548 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 13,216 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 10,391 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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P126 HCC is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion in Silver with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Diversion models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 29,318 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P126 HCC, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Diversion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P126 HCC registered?

P126 HCC is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 14 May 1997.

Is P126 HCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P126 HCC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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