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M257 WHC

1994 Yamaha Diversion

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

50,772 mi
Last recorded50,772 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2013
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Diversion29,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM257 WHC
MakeYamaha
ModelDiversion
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2013 50,772 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Spring link fitted to chain .

Pass 28 Apr 2012 50,033 miles

Clutch lever pivot worn

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 May 2011 47,679 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 45,216 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 May 2010 45,216 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 7 May 2009 43,105 miles

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 7 May 2009 43,105 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 40,541 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 37,929 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 35,242 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 35,242 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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M257 WHC is a 1994 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 1994 Yamaha Diversion models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 29,688 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 M257 WHC, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha Diversion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M257 WHC registered?

M257 WHC is a 1994 Yamaha Diversion, first registered on 2 August 1994.

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