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S936 HFC

1998 Nissan Maxima

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,551 mi
Last recorded78,551 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Nissan Maxima93,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS936 HFC
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 78,551 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 78,169 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 65,039 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 55,494 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Jun 2013 55,494 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2012 54,559 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads worn low slight binding

Pass 23 May 2011 53,912 miles

both front anti roll bar bushes worn/perished

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 1 Jun 2010 52,486 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 50,601 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 49,356 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 47,060 miles

Slight Bind on the Offside Rear Brakes

Pass 11 Nov 2006 45,331 miles

o/s/r wheel binding slightly.

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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S936 HFC is a 1998 Nissan Maxima in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S936 HFC, 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

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What year was S936 HFC registered?

S936 HFC is a 1998 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 13 November 1998.

Is S936 HFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S936 HFC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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