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R502 XFC

1997 Nissan Maxima

Red Petrol 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,108 mi
Last recorded86,108 miles
Recorded on9 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Nissan Maxima97,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR502 XFC
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 May 2009 86,108 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 May 2008 78,291 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 73,175 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 66,603 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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R502 XFC is a 1997 Nissan Maxima in Red with a 2,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R502 XFC, 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 R502 XFC registered?

R502 XFC is a 1997 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R502 XFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R502 XFC shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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