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S538 SNM

1998 Nissan Maxima

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,580 mi
Last recorded85,580 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2006
Typical for 1998 Nissan Maxima93,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS538 SNM
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Jan 2006 85,580 miles

nearside rear tyre has a nail in it

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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S538 SNM is a 1998 Nissan Maxima in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S538 SNM, 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

How do I check the history of S538 SNM?

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What year was S538 SNM registered?

S538 SNM is a 1998 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 24 September 1998.

Is S538 SNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S538 SNM shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S538 SNM have outstanding finance?

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