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Y198 HPC

2001 Nissan Maxima

Silver Petrol 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

80,063 mi
Last recorded80,063 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Nissan Maxima73,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY198 HPC
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 80,063 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Dec 2015 80,063 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 78,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 76,257 miles

Small cut in N/S/F tyre outer sidewall

front cross member corroded

Fail 8 Nov 2013 76,257 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Small cut in N/S/F tyre outer sidewall

front cross member corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2012 74,704 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 72,538 miles

n/s/r tyre tread starting to perish

o/s/r tyre tread starting to perish

Pass 19 Nov 2010 70,125 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 66,516 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 62,185 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 58,347 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 52,001 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2006 52,001 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2006 47,757 miles

h/brake lever has long travel

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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Y198 HPC is a 2001 Nissan Maxima in Silver with a 2,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Maxima models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 73,976 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 Y198 HPC, 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 25 years old, this Nissan Maxima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y198 HPC registered?

Y198 HPC is a 2001 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 31 March 2001.

Is Y198 HPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y198 HPC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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