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Y231 NJH

2001 Nissan Maxima

Blue Petrol 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

169,222 mi
Last recorded169,222 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Nissan Maxima73,976 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY231 NJH
MakeNissan
ModelMaxima
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2018 169,222 miles

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

exhaust system deteriorated

front brake pad wear getting low

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 1 Mar 2017 167,360 miles

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

offside rear brake slightly binding

rear brake discs deteriorated

Pass 12 Apr 2016 162,572 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

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

front exhaust system rusty

Pass 2 Apr 2015 156,896 miles

offside rear brake binding

Pass 15 Apr 2014 151,728 miles

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

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

both rear brake disc outer faces slightly deteriorated

Fail 15 Apr 2014 151,728 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

both rear brake disc outer faces slightly deteriorated

Pass 15 Apr 2013 145,919 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 140,873 miles

front wiper blades worn

Pass 7 Apr 2011 135,136 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 130,117 miles

rear brake pad wear low, nearside rear close to minimum limit will require attention soon

some deterioration exhaust system

Pass 22 Apr 2009 125,276 miles

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

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

rear brake pad wear wearing thin

Pass 11 Apr 2008 121,089 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 116,579 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 97,827 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 96,882 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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Y231 NJH is a 2001 Nissan Maxima in Blue with a 2,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y231 NJH, 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 Y231 NJH registered?

Y231 NJH is a 2001 Nissan Maxima, first registered on 3 April 2001.

Is Y231 NJH safe to buy?

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