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NJ52 YXS

2002 Nissan Maxima

Blue Petrol 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

192,591 mi
Last recorded192,591 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 Nissan Maxima70,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ52 YXS
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2013 192,591 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2013 192,591 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 184,424 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 184,424 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 175,844 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 175,844 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 168,213 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 160,547 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 150,890 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 141,837 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 131,126 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside 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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NJ52 YXS is a 2002 Nissan Maxima in Blue with a 2,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Nissan Maxima models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 70,836 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NJ52 YXS, 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 24 years old, this Nissan Maxima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NJ52 YXS registered?

NJ52 YXS is a 2002 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is NJ52 YXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ52 YXS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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