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GX05 ZDF

2005 Nissan Elgrand

Grey Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,892 mi
Last recorded72,892 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Elgrand105,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 ZDF
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 72,892 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2026 72,892 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2026 72,868 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn osf (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nsf lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn osf lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed nsr ply exposed, 215/60/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has ply or cords exposed osr ply exposed, 216/60/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

fuel level warning light illuminated

undertrays fitted concealing testable items

Pass 16 Jun 2025 67,377 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rears worn down to 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

bonnet stay missing

undertrays fitted concealing testable items

Fail 13 Jun 2025 67,353 miles

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed nsf outer edge, 215/60/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rears worn down to 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osf inner and outer edge void of all tread (5.2.3 (e))

bonnet stay missing

undertrays fitted concealing testable items

Pass 13 Jun 2024 62,854 miles

undertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 May 2023 56,422 miles

Central Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive outer steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear window is taped shout

Pass 17 May 2022 51,121 miles

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 May 2021 46,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 46,390 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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GX05 ZDF is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand in Grey with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 ZDF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX05 ZDF registered?

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

Is GX05 ZDF safe to buy?

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