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Nissan Elgrand

White and Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 3,150 cc

S729 OFJMOT history

S729 OFJ is a white and silver diesel Nissan Elgrand first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 121,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2024
Mileage
121,847 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S729 OFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Elgrand
Colour
White and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,150 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S729 OFJ was last recorded at 121,847 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,738 miles · 20 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
109 miles
Average per year
3,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,847 miles
  • 2023 – 121,738 miles
  • 2022 – 118,328 miles
  • 2021 – 112,358 miles
  • 2020 – 102,489 miles
  • 2019 – 97,961 miles
  • 2018 – 96,818 miles
  • 2016 – 96,669 miles
  • 2015 – 95,602 miles
  • 2013 – 93,879 miles
  • 2012 – 85,725 miles
  • 2011 – 81,871 miles
  • 2010 – 71,248 miles
  • 2009 – 68,673 miles
  • 2008 – 66,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,847 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension Top Mounting Has light Play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,847 miles (+109)9 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,847 miles
    Test number
    411455118549
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass121,738 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,738 miles
    Test number
    685195291404
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension Top Mounting Has light Play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail121,734 miles (+3,406)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,734 miles
    Test number
    144587947720
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension Top Mounting Has light Play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass118,328 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    118,328 miles
    Test number
    795096224277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail118,324 miles (+5,966)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,324 miles
    Test number
    912849194379
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Jacking point inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass112,358 miles (+9,869)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    112,358 miles
    Test number
    939678649821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass102,489 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    102,489 miles
    Test number
    891936679053
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer box sections starting to corrode in line with cab steps.
    • AdvisoryParking brake not fully releasing on offside : - recommend attention.

  8. Fail102,489 miles (+4,528)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,489 miles
    Test number
    651738692041
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer box sections starting to corrode in line with cab steps.
    • AdvisoryParking brake not fully releasing on offside : - recommend attention.

  9. Pass97,961 miles (+1,143)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,961 miles
    Test number
    210876357586
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass96,818 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,818 miles
    Test number
    513657823224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,669 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    96,669 miles
    Test number
    929024852555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,602 miles (+1,723)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    95,602 miles
    Test number
    568831675005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,879 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    93,879 miles
    Test number
    567035193234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  14. Fail93,839 miles (+8,114)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,839 miles
    Test number
    319129383278
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  15. Pass85,725 miles (+3,854)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    85,725 miles
    Test number
    119559292292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,871 miles (+10,623)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    81,871 miles
    Test number
    359942021339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,248 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    71,248 miles
    Test number
    222216440267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,244 miles (+2,571)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,244 miles
    Test number
    772555540266
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass68,673 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    68,673 miles
    Test number
    571646649246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  20. Pass66,959 km
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    66,959 km
    Test number
    832113148395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,784 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    66,784 miles
    Test number
    362466648458
    • NoteNo rubber pad fitted to h/brake pedal
    • NoteO/s/r anti roll bar drop link worn slightly

  22. Fail66,784 miles6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,784 miles
    Test number
    460055748270
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNo rubber pad fitted to h/brake pedal
    • NoteO/s/r anti roll bar drop link worn slightly

Questions about S729 OFJ

Does S729 OFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S729 OFJ expired on 25 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S729 OFJ?
The MOT on S729 OFJ expired on 25 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S729 OFJ done?
S729 OFJ was recorded at 121,847 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 3,142 miles a year.
Has S729 OFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S729 OFJ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S729 OFJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S729 OFJ find?
S729 OFJ failed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 9 major defects and 13 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill, and 19 more.

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