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S843 FFC

1998 Nissan Maxima

Green Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

202,192 mi
Last recorded202,192 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Maxima93,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS843 FFC
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 202,192 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2024 202,184 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2024 202,184 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 202,169 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 202,150 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 202,141 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 202,130 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 202,122 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 202,111 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 202,100 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 202,065 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 196,337 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 19,337 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

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

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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S843 FFC is a 1998 Nissan Maxima in Green with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S843 FFC, 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.

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What year was S843 FFC registered?

S843 FFC is a 1998 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is S843 FFC safe to buy?

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