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FJ12 VTM

2012 Nissan Elgrand

White Petrol 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,704 mi
Last recorded142,704 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Elgrand103,322 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 VTM
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 142,704 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 138,538 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 132,097 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 132,097 miles

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

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

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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FJ12 VTM is a 2012 Nissan Elgrand in White with a 2,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Elgrand models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 103,322 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 FJ12 VTM, 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 14 years old, this Nissan Elgrand is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ12 VTM registered?

FJ12 VTM is a 2012 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 24 June 2012.

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