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YU05 ZDL

2005 Nissan Elgrand

Black Petrol 3490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

126,452 mi
Last recorded126,452 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Elgrand105,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 ZDL
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 126,452 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2025 126,447 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 116,091 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 116,091 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 110,580 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

battery insecure

Pass 29 Jun 2021 106,496 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jun 2021 106,496 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2020 91,533 miles

Front brake disks slight corrosion inner faces

Pass 10 Jan 2019 87,046 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 87,043 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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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YU05 ZDL is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand in Black with a 3,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Elgrand models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 105,417 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 YU05 ZDL, 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 21 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 YU05 ZDL registered?

YU05 ZDL is a 2005 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is YU05 ZDL safe to buy?

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