2004 NISSAN ELGRAND3.5L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in October 2025 at 120,512 miles resulted in a pass following a failure just eleven days prior. That previous failure highlighted a worn offside front anti-roll bar ball joint and four tyres reaching the legal limit with uneven wear. While the vehicle passed the October test, the recurrence of these faults suggests the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they are about to cause an MOT failure. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 120,512 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,478 miles per year. There is a significant four-year gap between the October 2020 test at 89,636 miles and the August 2024 test at 105,482 miles, during which the vehicle covered only 15,846 miles. This low-use pattern often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and seals despite the low mechanical wear on the drivetrain. The relatively rapid accumulation of 15,000 miles between August 2024 and October 2025 shows a recent increase in usage that may stress the aging suspension system. A buyer must inspect the suspension geometry and tyre alignment, as the uneven wear across all four tyres noted in 2025 points to tracking issues or worn bushes. The failed anti-roll bar link suggests other suspension components may be nearing exhaustion. Furthermore, the 2024 failure regarding a nearside rear brake pad thinner than 1.5mm indicates that brake service intervals are being neglected. Given the age of the vehicle and the periods of inactivity, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the chassis and subframe is essential, as these areas are not detailed in the MOT record but frequently affect low-mileage vehicles of this era.