Nissan Elgrand
From 28,692 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Elgrands fare better: 2021 models pass at 74.3% vs 70% for 2002.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing and or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 1,274 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 1,274 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 964 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 673 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 577 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 548 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 525 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 513 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 478 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 471 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 456 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 43% of failures are serious: 35.6% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 7.4% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £92.
Fuel type matters
Petrol versions pass at 78% while Diesel versions pass at 65.2%, a 13 percentage point gap.
Nissan Elgrand on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 623 newly registered in the past year with 12 leaving, a net gain of 611. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 1,130 | 138 | +164 | -1 | +163 |
| 2025 Q2 | 961 | 144 | +142 | -2 | +140 |
| 2025 Q1 | 775 | 190 | +162 | -3 | +159 |
| 2024 Q4 | 639 | 167 | +155 | -6 | +149 |
| 2024 Q3 | 535 | 122 | +193 | -3 | +190 |
| 2024 Q2 | 383 | 84 | +159 | -7 | +152 |
| 2024 Q1 | 233 | 82 | +103 | -13 | +90 |
| 2023 Q4 | 182 | 43 | +67 | -0 | +68 |
2 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elgrand E51 Auto | Petrol | 841 | 77% |
| Elgrand E52 Auto | Petrol | 257 | 23% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 74.3% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2020 | 71.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2019 | 72.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2018 | 69.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
17 earlier years
| 2017 | 69.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2016 | 69.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2015 | 71.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2014 | 79% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2013 | 82.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2012 | 87.5% | an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 2011 | 83.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 2010 | 85.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2009 | 82.8% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2008 | 80.4% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2007 | 80.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2006 | 77.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2005 | 78.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2004 | 74.5% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2003 | 74.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2002 | 70% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2001 | 65.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
Typical mileage
Half of all Elgrands tested had between 55,170 and 93,095 miles on the clock.
At 70,565 median miles, the Elgrand has 0.032 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Nissan models
| Nissan Qashqai | 76.1% |
| Nissan Juke | 75.3% |
| Nissan Micra | 71.2% |
| Nissan Note | 70.9% |
| Nissan Navara | 77% |
Common questions
What is the Nissan Elgrand MOT pass rate?
The Nissan Elgrand has a 77.6% MOT pass rate based on 28,692 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Nissan Elgrand?
The most common MOT failure on the Nissan Elgrand is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 1,274 failures. Other common issues include a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc.
How many Nissan Elgrands are on UK roads?
There are 1,130 Nissan Elgrands currently licensed on UK roads, with 138 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Nissan Elgrand at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Nissan Elgrand is 70,565 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 55,170 and 93,095 miles.
Buying a used Elgrand?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 77.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £92 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.