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BM53 MPY

2003 Nissan Elgrand

White Petrol 3490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

169,444 mi
Last recorded169,444 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Elgrand109,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM53 MPY
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,490cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 169,444 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 17 Jun 2026 169,422 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 145,863 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front string repair to tyre

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower bumper damaged

Fail 20 Jun 2025 145,861 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front string repair to tyre

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower bumper damaged

Pass 17 Jun 2024 123,943 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 123,942 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 106,576 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Nissan Elgrand?

Based on 136,948 MOT tests across 17,589 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
5,309
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
17,589
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,720
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,279
fog lamp not working 1,174
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BM53 MPY is a 2003 Nissan Elgrand in White with a 3,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Elgrand models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 109,562 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 Elgrand fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,720 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BM53 MPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Elgrand typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Elgrand is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BM53 MPY registered?

BM53 MPY is a 2003 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is BM53 MPY safe to buy?

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