2003 Nissan Elgrand 3.5L Petrol · WH03 BJU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 2026-07-23 at 112,580 miles, but the overall maintenance trend is worsening. The most recent test required a failure and subsequent repair for a faulty passenger door, lighting issues, and a fog lamp. While the car passed, the tester flagged several lingering advisories including worn inner edges on both rear tyres and thin offside rear brake pads. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 23 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,895 miles per year. The record shows a steady but light usage pattern, moving from 66,026 miles in May 2017 to 112,580 miles by July 2026. This low usage often indicates a vehicle that has spent significant time stationary, which correlates with the corrosion and perished rubber components noted in the history. A buyer should prioritise a detailed inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The front suspension arm bushes have been flagged as worn since at least January 2024 and remain an advisory in the July 2026 test, suggesting a failure to address a long term degradation. Similarly, the offside rear brake pads have been noted as thin since August 2025, indicating a reactive rather than proactive approach to consumables. Attention must also be paid to the drivetrain and tyres. The vehicle has a recurring history of split CV boots, with failures in May 2019, November 2021, and January 2024. The consistent mention of rear tyres wearing on the inner edge since November 2020 suggests a persistent wheel alignment issue. Given the age and the evidence of brake disc corrosion in 2020, a thorough check for structural rust on the chassis and suspension mounting points is essential.