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Nissan EL-Grand

Silver and Green · Diesel · 1999 · 3,150 cc

T230 LAFMOT history

T230 LAF is a silver and green diesel Nissan EL-Grand first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 159,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
159,104 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T230 LAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
EL-Grand
Colour
Silver and Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,150 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T230 LAF was last recorded at 159,104 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 8,345 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Aug 2025: 150,750 miles, lower than 156,204 miles on 5 Aug 2024.

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
150,759 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,345 miles
Average per year
6,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,104 miles
  • 2025 – 150,759 miles
  • 2024 – 156,204 miles
  • 2023 – 155,097 miles
  • 2022 – 151,128 miles
  • 2021 – 150,939 miles
  • 2018 – 150,570 miles
  • 2017 – 147,344 miles
  • 2016 – 143,256 miles
  • 2015 – 133,513 miles
  • 2014 – 97,989 miles
  • 2013 – 69,680 miles
  • 2012 – 64,878 miles
  • 2011 – 59,847 miles
  • 2010 – 54,507 miles
  • 2009 – 50,868 miles
  • 2008 – 46,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,104 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Wiper linkage badly worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass159,104 miles (+8,345)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    159,104 miles
    Test number
    749150102089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass150,759 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    150,759 miles
    Test number
    457741833813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail150,750 miles (-5,454)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,750 miles
    Test number
    778537302873
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass156,204 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    156,204 miles
    Test number
    163315844045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail156,145 miles (+1,048)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,145 miles
    Test number
    195184424695
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass155,097 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    155,097 miles
    Test number
    538932310169
    • 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))

  7. Fail155,094 miles (+3,966)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,094 miles
    Test number
    827490643199
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (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))

  8. Pass151,128 miles (+46)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    151,128 miles
    Test number
    624247439047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail151,082 miles (+143)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,082 miles
    Test number
    336291299248
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing housing insecure (6.1.7 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass150,939 miles (+369)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    150,939 miles
    Test number
    637265176126
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal n/s & o/s sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass150,570 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    150,570 miles
    Test number
    772817869678
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail150,568 miles (+3,224)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,568 miles
    Test number
    620066674074
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass147,344 miles (+10)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    412016472858
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lamp lenses partly obscured
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc covers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack mountings
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage badly worn

  14. Fail147,334 miles (+4,078)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,334 miles
    Test number
    605286496763
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lamp lenses partly obscured
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc covers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack mountings
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage badly worn

  15. Pass143,256 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    143,256 miles
    Test number
    135742876535
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inside edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills shows signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage badly worn

  16. Fail143,256 miles (+9,743)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,256 miles
    Test number
    779932266801
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inside edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills shows signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage badly worn

  17. Pass133,513 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    133,513 miles
    Test number
    605661740197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail133,324 miles (+35,335)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,324 miles
    Test number
    696698318765
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass97,989 miles (+115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    97,989 miles
    Test number
    726894244260
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail97,874 miles (+28,194)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,874 miles
    Test number
    916641144291
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass69,680 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,680 miles
    Test number
    137499453278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Fail69,680 miles (+3,026)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,680 miles
    Test number
    929179253243
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Fail66,654 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,654 miles
    Test number
    186386023421
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  24. Pass66,654 miles (+1,776)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,654 miles
    Test number
    675476623004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,878 miles (+5,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,878 miles
    Test number
    107550622208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  26. Pass59,847 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,847 miles
    Test number
    406547411220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail59,827 miles (+5,320)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,827 miles
    Test number
    329734611428
    • FailureFront brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  28. Pass54,507 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,507 miles
    Test number
    230280130272
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Fail54,507 miles (+3,639)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,507 miles
    Test number
    323610930405
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass50,868 miles (+3,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,868 miles
    Test number
    744666329230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass46,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,924 miles
    Test number
    752665648210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T230 LAF

Does T230 LAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T230 LAF is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T230 LAF?
The MOT on T230 LAF is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T230 LAF done?
T230 LAF was recorded at 159,104 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 6,354 miles a year.
Has T230 LAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T230 LAF has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T230 LAF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Aug 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T230 LAF find?
T230 LAF passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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