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GM05 BLZ

2005 Nissan Elgrand

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,002 mi
Last recorded55,002 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Elgrand105,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM05 BLZ
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 55,002 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc has signs of overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Undertray not fully secure Wheel arch liner not fully secure and damaged from contact with tyre - not in contact at time of test (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lamp lens defective - no effect on emitted light

Rear fog lamp intensity is no brighter than position lamps - attention required

Pass 10 Mar 2025 49,933 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 48,485 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 46,154 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2023 46,154 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 45,686 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 43,042 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Cover split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Position light not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 42,256 miles

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

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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GM05 BLZ is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GM05 BLZ, 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.

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What year was GM05 BLZ registered?

GM05 BLZ is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is GM05 BLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM05 BLZ shows 8 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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