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P79 OWC

1997 Yamaha Diversion

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

15,985 mi
Last recorded15,985 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Diversion29,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP79 OWC
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 15,985 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 14,648 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 14,534 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 13,998 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 13,998 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 13,437 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 12,694 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 12,023 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 11,251 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 10,751 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 10,746 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

front disc's very rusty

Fail 27 May 2008 10,741 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 27 May 2008 10,741 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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P79 OWC is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P79 OWC, 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 P79 OWC registered?

P79 OWC is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 17 April 1997.

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The MOT history for P79 OWC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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