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Nissan Elgrand

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 3,150 cc

S38 GUFMOT history

S38 GUF is a silver diesel Nissan Elgrand first used on 14 Feb 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 158,234 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
158,234 km
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,638 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 GUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Elgrand
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,150 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Feb 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 GUF was last recorded at 158,234 km on 22 Jan 2026, 4,164 km more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Mar 2018: 127,031 km, lower than 137,028 km on 5 Mar 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
154,070 km · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,164 km
Average per year
3,638 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,234 km
  • 2025 – 154,070 km
  • 2024 – 149,182 km
  • 2018 – 127,031 km
  • 2017 – 133,038 km
  • 2016 – 128,993 km
  • 2015 – 124,438 km
  • 2014 – 120,254 km
  • 2013 – 114,559 km
  • 2012 – 109,304 km
  • 2011 – 103,884 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,234 km
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,234 km (+4,164)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    158,234 km
    Test number
    145601788497
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion.

  2. Pass154,070 km (+4,888)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    154,070 km
    Test number
    852558081123
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion.

  3. Pass149,182 km1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    149,182 km
    Test number
    955372744530
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody Corrosion

  4. Fail149,182 km1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,182 km
    Test number
    168003085245
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody Corrosion

  5. Pass145,291 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    145,291 miles
    Test number
    132654247103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrosion

  6. Fail145,274 miles (+121)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,274 miles
    Test number
    838288000391
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrosion

  7. Pass145,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    145,153 miles
    Test number
    504193857820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass127,031 km (-9,997)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    127,031 km
    Test number
    799669032313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Fail137,028 km (+3,990)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,028 km
    Test number
    321997183472
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass133,038 km (+4,045)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    133,038 km
    Test number
    855363395377
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass128,993 km (+4,555)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    128,993 km
    Test number
    750125205005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front BRAKE CALIPER SLIGHTLY STICKING.
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryRear CHILD SEATS FITTED,NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION OF SEATS BELTS.

  12. Pass124,438 km (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    124,438 km
    Test number
    178231825450
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail124,436 km (+4,182)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,436 km
    Test number
    238730725067
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass120,254 km (+5,695)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    120,254 km
    Test number
    145808834405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnable to check rear of rear seat belts as a dog cage is fitted

  15. Pass114,559 km (+5,255)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    114,559 km
    Test number
    708068713066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  16. Pass109,304 km (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    109,304 km
    Test number
    317808322020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail109,300 km (+5,416)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,300 km
    Test number
    137917822482
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass103,884 km2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    103,884 km
    Test number
    436345841097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTemp fog lamp fitted

Questions about S38 GUF

Does S38 GUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S38 GUF is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S38 GUF?
The MOT on S38 GUF is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S38 GUF done?
S38 GUF was recorded at 158,234 km at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 3,638 km a year.
Has S38 GUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 GUF has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S38 GUF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Mar 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S38 GUF find?
S38 GUF passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; underbody corrosion..

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