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R280 WYB

1997 Yamaha Diversion

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

51,378 mi
Last recorded51,378 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Diversion29,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR280 WYB
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 51,378 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 51,054 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 50,861 miles

Central Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Nearside Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Rear rear brake pads low

Pass 6 Jul 2016 50,649 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 50,240 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 49,495 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 48,779 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 48,384 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 48,384 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2010 45,656 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 41,008 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 32,127 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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R280 WYB is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R280 WYB, 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 R280 WYB registered?

R280 WYB is a 1997 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 10 September 1997.

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