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P231 UEW

1997 Nissan Maxima

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,480 mi
Last recorded77,480 miles
Recorded on22 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Nissan Maxima97,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP231 UEW
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 May 2009 77,480 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 73,161 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 63,001 miles

Front+Rear brake pads may be getting low.

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

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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P231 UEW is a 1997 Nissan Maxima in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Maxima models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 97,550 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 P231 UEW, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Maxima is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P231 UEW registered?

P231 UEW is a 1997 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P231 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P231 UEW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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