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GX05 VUR

2005 Nissan Elgrand

Grey Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

106,235 mi
Last recorded106,235 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Elgrand105,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 VUR
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 106,235 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2026 106,208 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 103,014 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (BORDERLINE) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Feb 2025 103,014 miles

Nearside Front Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (BORDERLINE) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 99,684 miles

Nearside Front fog light not working

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 99,663 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front fog light not working

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 92,599 miles

no headlamp markings

Pass 17 Aug 2022 88,293 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 77,106 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear bumper slightly damaged

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

Fail 19 Aug 2021 77,106 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear bumper slightly damaged

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 May 2020 66,564 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 66,564 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively NS + OS (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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GX05 VUR is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand in Grey with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 GX05 VUR, 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 GX05 VUR registered?

GX05 VUR is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is GX05 VUR safe to buy?

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