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P559 JVX

1996 Nissan Maxima

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

232,725 mi
Last recorded232,725 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2008
Typical for 1996 Nissan Maxima106,955 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP559 JVX
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2008 232,725 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 216,104 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 216,103 miles

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 199,941 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 199,941 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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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P559 JVX is a 1996 Nissan Maxima in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 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 P559 JVX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P559 JVX registered?

P559 JVX is a 1996 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P559 JVX safe to buy?

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