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P42 XBW

1996 Yamaha Diversion

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,265 mi
Last recorded57,265 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Diversion29,717 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP42 XBW
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2017 57,265 miles

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)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 56,671 miles

1. Front tyre becoming perished and has a cut in tread, not to cords at time of test.

2. Rear tyre at legal limits.

Pass 16 Jun 2015 51,822 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 51,822 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 51,684 miles

rear tyre contaminated with brake fluid

Pass 29 Jul 2011 50,995 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 45,605 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 45,434 miles

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)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 44,646 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 44,646 miles

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)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 41,156 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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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.

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