2003 Nissan Elgrand 3.5L Petrol · NT52 VFM

The vehicle remains roadworthy with a maintenance trend that shows a shift from mechanical wear to routine consumable replacement. The most recent test in October 2025 at 143,723 miles flagged thin front brake pads and a perished nearside front tyre. While these represent standard wear items rather than mechanical failure, the presence of these advisories after clean 2024 and 2023 records suggests that maintenance is reactive rather than proactive between inspection intervals. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,250 miles per year. There is a notable gap between the January 2022 and October 2023 tests where the vehicle covered 12,906 miles, indicating a period of higher usage. Since then, the annual mileage has dropped significantly, with roughly 2,500 miles recorded between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods but has been maintained on a predictable schedule. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the steering and suspension components to address recurring issues. The 2022 record identified offside front inner track rod end play and a worn offside rear anti-roll bar linkage. While these were cleared in subsequent tests, the age of the vehicle makes rubber bushes and joints prone to degradation. Given the age of the Elgrand, the inspection must also check for structural corrosion on the sills and mounting points, as these are common failure points for this model that are not always captured until they reach a critical threshold.