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K229 UTT

1993 Nissan Maxima

Grey Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

44,351 mi
Last recorded44,351 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2014
Typical for 1993 Nissan Maxima97,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK229 UTT
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2014 44,351 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 23 Jan 2014 44,351 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 43,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight projection from nearside front bumper damage

Pass 12 Jan 2012 42,497 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 42,497 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 41,771 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 41,771 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

n/sf tyre wearing close to the legal limit on the inner tread

Pass 7 Jan 2010 41,091 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 40,625 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 40,625 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 39,942 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 39,331 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 39,331 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 38,714 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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K229 UTT is a 1993 Nissan Maxima in Grey with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1993 Nissan Maxima models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 97,476 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 K229 UTT, 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 33 years old, this Nissan Maxima is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K229 UTT registered?

K229 UTT is a 1993 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 8 January 1993.

Is K229 UTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K229 UTT shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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