CarVerify

Free Car Check

P952 TVV

1997 Yamaha Diversion

Green Petrol 892cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,165 mi
Last recorded39,165 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Diversion29,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP952 TVV
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 39,165 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 56,615 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 55,711 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 51,842 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 6 May 2011 51,842 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 21 Apr 2010 47,482 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 47,482 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 41,750 miles

headlamp beam ok but kick off done with tape

Pass 31 May 2008 36,631 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2007 28,270 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
Full Yamaha Diversion reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P952 TVV is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P952 TVV, 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

How do I check the history of P952 TVV?

You can check the full history of P952 TVV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P952 TVV registered?

P952 TVV is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P952 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P952 TVV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P952 TVV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P952 TVV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.