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R456 BEY

1997 Nissan Maxima

Silver Lpg 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,116 mi
Last recorded86,116 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Nissan Maxima97,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR456 BEY
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2014 86,116 miles

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

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

near rear jaking points corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2014 86,114 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

near rear jaking points corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2013 74,571 miles

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

battery loose

Fail 3 Jan 2013 74,571 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

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

battery loose

Pass 9 Dec 2011 65,030 miles

both wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 18 Dec 2010 58,908 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 48,327 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2008 37,888 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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 30 Sep 2008 37,888 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2007 33,631 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 31,977 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 29,263 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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R456 BEY is a 1997 Nissan Maxima in Silver with a 2,988cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R456 BEY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R456 BEY registered?

R456 BEY is a 1997 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R456 BEY safe to buy?

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