2005 Nissan Elgrand 2.5L Petrol · CV55 YAH

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the most recent inspection indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the car achieved three consecutive clean passes between 2022 and 2024, the November 2025 test at 145,226 miles revealed multiple developing issues. The current trend suggests that while the structural integrity remains sound, consumable components are now reaching the end of their lifespan after a period of relative neglect. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between the October 2022 failure at 122,716 miles and the November 2025 test at 145,226 miles, the vehicle covered 22,510 miles, representing a steady usage rate. There is no evidence of extreme mileage or long periods of stationary storage, which explains the gradual wear seen on rubber and friction components noted in the latest MOT entry. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The 2025 advisories regarding three tyres worn on the edges and a distorted nearside front inner road wheel point to potential alignment issues or past impact-related damage. The noted binding nearside front service brake requires a check for a seized caliper piston or sticking slider, which can lead to premature disc wear. Furthermore, the 2022 failure due to split CV boots on both front drive shafts suggests that rubber components are only replaced after failure, so the buyer should inspect the current boots for grease leakage or cracking to avoid expensive drivetrain joint replacements.