Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto car check
Is the Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto reliable? We analysed 183 real MOT tests across 110 vehicles to find out.
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The Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto.
Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 2490cc
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Not Available
- Common colour
- White
- Wheel plan
- 2 Axle Rigid Body
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- Emission class
- 4
Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 57 | 86.0% | 80,780 | 104,770 | 123,524 |
How Long Does a Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto Last?
Based on 110 Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.0% MOT pass rate from 57 tests
The best year to buy a used Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.0% across 57 tests.
How Does the Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto THIS CAR | 85.8% | 183 | 95,992 mi | 18 yrs |
| Nissan Micra | 71.4% | 10,566,512 | 55,214 mi | 37 yrs |
| Nissan Qashqai | 77.3% | 6,506,323 | 59,398 mi | 19 yrs |
| Nissan Juke | 79.3% | 3,002,435 | 49,593 mi | 16 yrs |
| Subaru Forester I Sport Ebxr AWD CVT | 96.4% | 112 | 22,880 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Nissan Elgrand E51 AutoShould you buy a used Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto?
The Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.8% across 183 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
In terms of longevity, most Nissan Elgrand E51 Auto models stay on UK roads for around 18 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.