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SN08 LJH

2008 Nissan Elgrand

Black Petrol 3490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,918 mi
Last recorded131,918 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Nissan Elgrand109,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 LJH
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,490cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 131,918 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 131,893 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Nov 2024 128,303 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative broken (4.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside side door hard to open / close

Position lamp incorrect colour blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))

bonnet pull broken

Pass 21 Aug 2024 127,763 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 118,395 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 111,232 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 102,536 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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SN08 LJH is a 2008 Nissan Elgrand in Black with a 3,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Elgrand models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 109,794 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 SN08 LJH, 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 18 years old, this Nissan Elgrand is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SN08 LJH?

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What year was SN08 LJH registered?

SN08 LJH is a 2008 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SN08 LJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 LJH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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