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N450 DKJ

1996 Nissan Maxima

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,390 mi
Last recorded89,390 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 1996 Nissan Maxima106,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN450 DKJ
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 89,390 miles

Both front tyres slight low on tread

Fail 3 Mar 2017 89,261 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Nearside (2.5.C.1a)

Both front tyres slight low on tread

Pass 22 Mar 2016 82,326 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 81,790 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

nearside & offside front discs has slight rust

Fail 29 Apr 2015 81,790 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside & offside front discs has slight rust

Pass 2 Jun 2014 80,827 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 79,921 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 78,615 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 77,228 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 75,566 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 73,705 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 72,032 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 70,145 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 68,313 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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N450 DKJ is a 1996 Nissan Maxima in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N450 DKJ, 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 N450 DKJ registered?

N450 DKJ is a 1996 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is N450 DKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N450 DKJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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