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R229 AKR

1997 Nissan Elgrand

White Diesel 3150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

180,810 mi
Last recorded180,810 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Nissan Elgrand129,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR229 AKR
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,150cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2016 180,810 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 174,416 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 166,885 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 166,885 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 162,622 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 158,474 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 158,474 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 153,793 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 153,793 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 148,404 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 142,930 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 13,965 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 131,697 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2007 131,697 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 114,271 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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R229 AKR is a 1997 Nissan Elgrand in White with a 3,150cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Elgrand models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 129,971 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 R229 AKR, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Elgrand is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R229 AKR registered?

R229 AKR is a 1997 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 31 August 1997.

Is R229 AKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R229 AKR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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