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P179 FAW

1997 Yamaha Diversion

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

15,260 mi
Last recorded15,260 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Diversion29,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP179 FAW
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 15,260 miles

speedo inop

Fail 11 Jun 2025 15,260 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

speedo inop

Pass 26 Aug 2021 12,531 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 12,531 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 12,232 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 12,232 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 12,142 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 11,454 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2015 9,443 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2014 8,725 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2013 8,359 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 7,664 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 7,233 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Aug 2009 6,540 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 6,135 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 5,287 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 5,287 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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P179 FAW is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 P179 FAW, 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 P179 FAW registered?

P179 FAW is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P179 FAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P179 FAW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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