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R123 CYS

1997 Yamaha Diversion

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,580 mi
Last recorded34,580 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Diversion29,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 CYS
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 34,580 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 34,504 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 34,441 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 34,199 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 34,002 miles
Fail 12 May 2020 34,002 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 May 2017 33,806 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 15 May 2016 33,480 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 33,212 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

o/s/r grab handle loose

Pass 30 Apr 2014 32,845 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2011 32,104 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 31,102 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 30,103 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 30,103 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Centre Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2007 26,252 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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R123 CYS is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R123 CYS, 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 R123 CYS registered?

R123 CYS is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 20 September 1997.

Is R123 CYS safe to buy?

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