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R508 VOD

1998 Nissan Elgrand

Silver Diesel 3150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

177,573 mi
Last recorded177,573 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 Nissan Elgrand126,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 VOD
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,150cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 177,573 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 177,394 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 170,630 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 170,630 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 161,012 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 161,012 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 152,343 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 140,478 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 129,106 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 117,348 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 113,896 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 113,896 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 110,654 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f brake disc pitted and scored

Pass 28 Oct 2009 106,389 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Oct 2009 106,382 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 99,777 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 94,966 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 94,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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R508 VOD is a 1998 Nissan Elgrand in Silver with a 3,150cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Elgrand models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 126,516 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 R508 VOD, 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 28 years old, this Nissan Elgrand is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R508 VOD registered?

R508 VOD is a 1998 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R508 VOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 VOD shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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