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HG52 XMX

2002 Nissan Maxima

Blue Petrol 2988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,829 mi
Last recorded105,829 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Nissan Maxima70,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG52 XMX
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 105,829 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock absorber top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock absorber top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2025 105,829 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock absorber top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock absorber top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 105,389 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber top mount slightly coroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber top mount slightly coroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 104,926 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 104,919 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 104,229 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 102,502 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 100,820 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 99,918 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Sep 2018 99,918 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2013 99,907 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 99,809 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 96,416 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 90,770 miles

body damaged areas

front + rear no.plates getting worn and front damaged

Pass 31 Oct 2008 78,254 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front no.plate damaged + rear getting worn

Pass 2 Nov 2007 64,244 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

body damaged areas

front no.plate cracked

Pass 23 Nov 2006 51,637 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear no.plate getting worn

Pass 4 Nov 2005 38,391 miles

both rear tyres starting to tread step

How Reliable is the Nissan Maxima?

Based on 29,336 MOT tests across 4,121 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
4,912
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
4,121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,265
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,672
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,459
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 935
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 916
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HG52 XMX is a 2002 Nissan Maxima in Blue with a 2,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Nissan Maxima models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 70,836 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Maxima fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 2,265 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG52 XMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Maxima typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 24 years old, this Nissan Maxima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG52 XMX registered?

HG52 XMX is a 2002 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 27 November 2002.

Is HG52 XMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG52 XMX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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