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P21 NOR

1997 Yamaha Diversion

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

48,600 mi
Last recorded48,600 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Diversion29,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP21 NOR
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2014 48,600 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 47,298 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 45,053 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 40,241 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 35,412 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 Aug 2009 35,400 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 32,690 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 32,389 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 26 Jul 2007 32,389 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 25,452 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 7 Jul 2006 25,449 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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P21 NOR is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P21 NOR, 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 P21 NOR registered?

P21 NOR is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 3 May 1997.

Is P21 NOR safe to buy?

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