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Nissan Elgrand

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 3,200 cc

T279 TRHMOT history

T279 TRH is a black diesel Nissan Elgrand first used on 1 Jan 2015. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 230,463 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
230,463 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T279 TRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Elgrand
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jan 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T279 TRH was last recorded at 230,463 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 1,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
229,067 miles · 17 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,396 miles
Average per year
2,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 230,463 miles
  • 2024 – 229,067 miles
  • 2023 – 224,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,463 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner tierod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 31 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,463 miles (+1,396)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    230,463 miles
    Test number
    736473442497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner tierod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass229,067 miles (+4,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    229,067 miles
    Test number
    331832807018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass224,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    224,796 miles
    Test number
    186783296282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail224,796 km (+8,622)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,796 km
    Test number
    960333094805
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass216,174 km (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    216,174 km
    Test number
    554328536870
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail216,172 km (+171)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,172 km
    Test number
    301860382188
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail216,001 km (+2,975)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,001 km
    Test number
    318227570944
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive floor panel covered in oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose retaining clip loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass213,026 km (+2,119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    213,026 km
    Test number
    186525816251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated central (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  9. Pass210,907 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    210,907 km
    Test number
    766247276098
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail210,907 km (+339)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,907 km
    Test number
    301529059783
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail210,568 km (+1,263)2 dangerous7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,568 km
    Test number
    187434075999
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail209,305 km (+9,927)1 dangerous8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,305 km
    Test number
    808021292642
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass199,378 km (+2,592)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    199,378 km
    Test number
    182433763939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass196,786 km (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    196,786 km
    Test number
    559260083183
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail196,738 km (+14,413)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,738 km
    Test number
    280444029988
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass182,325 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    182,325 km
    Test number
    957187879731
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryInner rack joints have slight play.

  17. Fail182,325 km (+28,695)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,325 km
    Test number
    284674674356
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryInner rack joints have slight play.

  18. Pass153,630 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    153,630 km
    Test number
    586045464361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T279 TRH

Does T279 TRH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T279 TRH is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T279 TRH?
The MOT on T279 TRH is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T279 TRH done?
T279 TRH was recorded at 230,463 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 2,871 miles a year.
Has T279 TRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T279 TRH has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T279 TRH 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 T279 TRH find?
T279 TRH passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play inner tierod.

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