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C12 GFO

1998 Nissan Elgrand

White Diesel 3150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

198,731 mi
Last recorded198,731 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Elgrand126,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 GFO
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,150cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 198,731 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 195,344 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 191,531 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 188,743 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 184,530 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 180,201 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 174,853 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 170,695 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 166,819 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 161,615 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 158,180 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 151,122 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 133,405 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 132,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 121,713 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 121,713 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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C12 GFO is a 1998 Nissan Elgrand in White with a 3,150cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Elgrand models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 126,516 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 C12 GFO, 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 28 years old, this Nissan Elgrand is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C12 GFO registered?

C12 GFO is a 1998 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is C12 GFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C12 GFO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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