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R5 BSE

1999 Nissan Maxima

Silver Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,347 mi
Last recorded72,347 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
Typical for 1999 Nissan Maxima87,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 BSE
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2012 72,347 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 65,791 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 58,205 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 54,368 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 51,154 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 45,381 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 43,093 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 43,093 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.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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R5 BSE is a 1999 Nissan Maxima in Silver with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 Nissan Maxima models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 87,067 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 R5 BSE, 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 27 years old, this Nissan Maxima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R5 BSE registered?

R5 BSE is a 1999 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is R5 BSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 BSE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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