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NJ52 YYF

2002 Nissan Maxima

Black Petrol 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

156,659 mi
Last recorded156,659 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Nissan Maxima70,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ52 YYF
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2015 156,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

n/sf and both rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 7 Apr 2015 156,638 miles

Offside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

n/sf and both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 10 Apr 2014 156,406 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

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

recommend that both rear discs should be changed.

Fail 8 Apr 2014 156,406 miles

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 147,719 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012
Pass 22 Mar 2011 125,338 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 112,952 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Mar 2010 112,952 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2009 97,428 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 84,155 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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NJ52 YYF is a 2002 Nissan Maxima in Black 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 YYF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NJ52 YYF?

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What year was NJ52 YYF registered?

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

Is NJ52 YYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ52 YYF 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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