MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
57,265 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose one rear (3.2.A1g)
Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both front fork seals (2.3.3)
Rear Drive chain excessively loose drive chain (6.2.1d)
Rear Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. swinging arm (2.4.A.2d)
Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars fouling nearside of fuel tank (2.1.2b)
1. Front tyre becoming perished and has a cut in tread, not to cords at time of test.
2. Rear tyre at legal limits.
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)
rear tyre contaminated with brake fluid
Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Diversion?
Based on 6,375 MOT tests across 603 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P42 XBW is a 1996 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 1996 Yamaha Diversion models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 29,717 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 P42 XBW, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Diversion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P42 XBW registered?
P42 XBW is a 1996 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 27 August 1996.
Is P42 XBW safe to buy?
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