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CJ53 WCD

2003 Nissan Elgrand

White Petrol 3490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,097 mi
Last recorded154,097 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Elgrand109,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ53 WCD
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 154,097 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 151,710 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTTOM REAR WISHBONE BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR WISHBONE BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 150,067 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 150,067 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 148,831 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 146,810 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 144,502 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 142,817 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 139,317 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 139,317 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 134,400 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 130,314 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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CJ53 WCD is a 2003 Nissan Elgrand in White with a 3,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 CJ53 WCD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CJ53 WCD registered?

CJ53 WCD is a 2003 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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