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N442 DBW

1996 Nissan Maxima

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,447 mi
Last recorded74,447 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Nissan Maxima106,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN442 DBW
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 74,447 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (7.1.2)

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

rear exhaust in poor condition

Fail 27 Jun 2016 74,434 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (7.1.2)

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

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 29 May 2015 72,692 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 70,335 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2013 65,393 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 58,414 miles

corrosion to rear exhaust box

Pass 10 May 2011 53,293 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 45,455 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 May 2009 42,207 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 39,854 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 38,542 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 37,227 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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N442 DBW is a 1996 Nissan Maxima in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1996 Nissan Maxima models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 106,955 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 N442 DBW, 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 30 years old, this Nissan Maxima is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N442 DBW registered?

N442 DBW is a 1996 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 12 February 1996.

Is N442 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N442 DBW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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