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P231 VMJ

1997 Yamaha Diversion

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,507 mi
Last recorded53,507 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Diversion29,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP231 VMJ
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 53,507 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 53,418 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 6 Sep 2024 53,418 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 53,308 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 53,114 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 51,484 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 49,573 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2019 47,857 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 46,711 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 46,188 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 46,188 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 44,642 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 42,607 miles

front tyre wearing unevenly -close to limit in places

Fail 17 Apr 2015 42,606 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

both tyres very low pressure

front tyre wearing unevenly -getting close to limit in places

Pass 7 Jul 2011 42,355 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 41,830 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 40,858 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 40,343 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 39,033 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 37,828 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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P231 VMJ is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P231 VMJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P231 VMJ registered?

P231 VMJ is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 5 July 1997.

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