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GX55 RFE

2005 Nissan Elgrand

White Petrol 3490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

181,715 mi
Last recorded181,715 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Elgrand105,417 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 RFE
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,490cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 181,715 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Apr 2026 181,681 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 May 2025 177,909 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 177,909 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 161,209 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 161,209 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 143,227 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 131,301 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 131,106 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (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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GX55 RFE is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand in White with a 3,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 GX55 RFE, 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 GX55 RFE registered?

GX55 RFE is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is GX55 RFE safe to buy?

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