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P982 TFC

1996 Nissan Maxima

Black Petrol 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,076 mi
Last recorded96,076 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Nissan Maxima106,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP982 TFC
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2012 96,076 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 94,561 miles

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

chipped nearside headlamp

Pass 28 May 2010 92,273 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 92,273 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 90,606 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 90,601 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 89,207 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 87,200 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 84,870 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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P982 TFC is a 1996 Nissan Maxima in Black with a 2,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P982 TFC, 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 P982 TFC registered?

P982 TFC is a 1996 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 19 August 1996.

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