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N980 NGG

1996 Nissan Maxima

Green Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,990 mi
Last recorded111,990 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2009
Typical for 1996 Nissan Maxima106,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN980 NGG
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2009 111,990 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 17 Feb 2009 111,990 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 107,365 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 103,993 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 98,811 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 98,811 miles

Offside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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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N980 NGG is a 1996 Nissan Maxima in Green with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N980 NGG, 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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N980 NGG is a 1996 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 28 February 1996.

Is N980 NGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N980 NGG shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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