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BW55 RKZ

2005 Nissan Elgrand

Grey Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

259,406 mi
Last recorded259,406 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Elgrand105,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW55 RKZ
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 259,406 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 245,083 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 245,083 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 230,007 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front minor damage

Nearside Rear brake calliper damp

Fail 23 Nov 2023 230,006 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front minor damage

Nearside Rear brake calliper damp

Pass 1 Dec 2022 213,760 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 202,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2021 201,966 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 185,824 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 160,581 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 133,875 miles

o/s and n/s front and rear brake pads low

Fail 31 Mar 2018 133,875 miles

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

o/s and n/s front and rear brake pads low

Pass 11 Jan 2016 128,348 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 128,348 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Hazard warning lamps not fitted (1.4.B.1a)

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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BW55 RKZ is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand in Grey with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Elgrand models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 105,417 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 BW55 RKZ, 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 21 years old, this Nissan Elgrand is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW55 RKZ registered?

BW55 RKZ is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is BW55 RKZ safe to buy?

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