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R225 CFC

1998 Nissan Maxima

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

99,280 mi
Last recorded99,280 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2011
Typical for 1998 Nissan Maxima93,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR225 CFC
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2011 99,280 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front to rear brake pipes corroded

corrosion holes offside rear panel behind bumper

exhaust system poor condition

front suspension components both sides heavily corroded

rear subframe corroded

front panel below radiator engine support excessive corrosion could be dangerous

Fail 8 Dec 2011 99,280 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front to rear brake pipes corroded

corrosion holes offside rear panel behind bumper

exhaust system poor condition

front suspension components both sides heavily corroded

rear subframe corroded

front panel below radiator engine support excessive corrosion could be dangerous

Pass 7 Dec 2010 93,741 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 89,078 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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)

front exhaust bracket detached

surface corrosion rear axle beam

Pass 6 Jan 2009 80,708 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 73,971 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 73,971 miles

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

oil switch leaking

Pass 5 Jan 2007 65,377 miles

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

wheels off inspection of front brakes recommended

Pass 3 Jan 2006 58,239 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 58,239 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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R225 CFC is a 1998 Nissan Maxima in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Maxima models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 93,572 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 R225 CFC, 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 28 years old, this Nissan Maxima is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R225 CFC registered?

R225 CFC is a 1998 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R225 CFC safe to buy?

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