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YL59 GYU

2009 Nissan Elgrand

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

104,078 mi
Last recorded104,078 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Elgrand104,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL59 GYU
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 104,078 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 Oct 2025 104,078 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 97,611 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2024 97,609 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel foot parking (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp likely to become detached (4.5.1 (c) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 92,040 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2022 87,642 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 83,010 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 81,874 miles

all tyres worn low/walls perished-wishbone bushes perished-o/s/f/ wheel bearings slight play-o/s/f top mount slight play-

Pass 4 Apr 2019 82,603 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 GYU is a 2009 Nissan Elgrand in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GYU, 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

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What year was YL59 GYU registered?

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

Is YL59 GYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL59 GYU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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