2006 Nissan Elgrand 3.5L Petrol · CT06 NXU

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful MOT on 30 September 2025 at 76,902 miles. The maintenance trend shows a period of improvement following a significant failure just five days prior. While the September failure at 76,879 miles revealed critical issues with the braking system and suspension, the immediate subsequent pass indicates the owner addressed these primary defects, including seriously weakened brake discs and anti-roll bar components, to bring the vehicle back to legal standards. At approximately twenty years old, the recorded mileage of 76,902 miles is exceptionally low, averaging roughly 3,845 miles per year. This usage pattern is consistent across the record, with only 5,464 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 2,641 miles between 2023 and 2024. However, low mileage on a vehicle of this age often leads to component degradation through rubber perish and corrosion, which aligns with the mechanical failures noted in the history. A buyer should focus specifically on the front braking assembly, as the 2025 failure highlighted both weakened discs and an imbalance across the axle. Despite the pass, the presence of pitting and scoring on the rear discs suggests the brakes may have seized or sat infrequently. The 2024 advisories regarding worn rear suspension arm bushes indicate that the rubber components are beginning to lose their integrity. Given the low mileage and high age, a thorough physical inspection for structural corrosion and chassis rust is essential, as long-standing vehicles are prone to hidden oxidation that standard MOT tests may not always capture.