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YL59 GCU

2009 Nissan Elgrand

Grey Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,803 mi
Last recorded106,803 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Elgrand104,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL59 GCU
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 106,803 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 97,870 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 97,866 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 88,597 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2021 78,048 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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YL59 GCU is a 2009 Nissan Elgrand in Grey with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Nissan Elgrand models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 104,277 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 YL59 GCU, 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 17 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 YL59 GCU?

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What year was YL59 GCU registered?

YL59 GCU is a 2009 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is YL59 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL59 GCU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL59 GCU have outstanding finance?

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