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R309 YFC

1997 Nissan Maxima

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

137,432 mi
Last recorded137,432 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Nissan Maxima97,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR309 YFC
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 137,432 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 137,364 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 128,515 miles

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 May 2015 119,084 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 111,808 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 111,686 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 105,390 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 105,390 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2012 98,751 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 98,751 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 91,303 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 84,268 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 77,595 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 71,957 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 71,957 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 64,909 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 58,846 miles

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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R309 YFC is a 1997 Nissan Maxima in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Maxima models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 97,550 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 R309 YFC, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Maxima is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R309 YFC registered?

R309 YFC is a 1997 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 3 December 1997.

Is R309 YFC safe to buy?

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