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BW55 RSU

2005 Nissan Elgrand

Black Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,990 mi
Last recorded163,990 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Elgrand105,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW55 RSU
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2025 163,990 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 163,427 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 154,940 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsf and osr (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 149,450 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 145,101 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 141,344 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 131,322 miles

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 RSU is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand in Black with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RSU, 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 RSU registered?

BW55 RSU is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is BW55 RSU safe to buy?

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