2005 Nissan Elgrand 3.5L Petrol · MH54 OBC

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a reactive approach to maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 149,018 miles, this followed a significant failure just three days prior. The trend shows intermittent instability, as the vehicle consistently fails on multiple mechanical and structural fronts, including lighting, bodywork, and suspension components. This suggests the owner only addresses faults when legally required to pass the MOT test. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 149,018 miles represents an annual average of approximately 7,100 miles, which is consistent with an older vehicle used for light duties. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 9,500 miles covered between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 9,500 miles between 2024 and 2025. However, the low mileage has not prevented the degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces, as evidenced by the recurring failures of suspension and brake hardware. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the bodywork and suspension mounting points. The October 2025 failure flagged multiple body components including inner wheel arches and side skirts as likely to detach, which often indicates underlying structural corrosion or poor-quality previous repairs. The offside front anti-roll bar linkage was noted as excessively worn or insecure in two consecutive years, suggesting that the entire suspension assembly, including ball joints and bushings, nearing the end of its service life. The braking system requires immediate attention. The record shows a nearside rear service brake binding in October 2025, alongside worn and pitted front discs and thin pads. Given the previous failure where all four tyres were worn close to the legal limit in 2024, the overall state of consumables appears to be neglected. Any prospective buyer should check for uneven tyre wear and ensure the binding rear caliper has not caused heat damage to the wheel bearing or hub assembly.