2019 Nissan Elgrand — MOT failures & pass rate
3,164 MOT tests on the 2019 Nissan Elgrand are in this dataset, and 77.4% of them passed. Against MPVs of a similar age (11.1% fail rate), the 2019 Elgrand comes out 11.5pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (12.0%) and suspension (9.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, headlamp aim and brake pads — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 157 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 19.2% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 27.0% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 25.6% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 20.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 25.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.0% | 380 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.5% | 300 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.3% | 232 |
| 4 | Tyres | 5.1% | 160 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.8% | 121 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.8% | 89 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rear fog lamp | 157 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 141 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 135 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 126 |
| 5 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 108 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 103 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 25.6% | 811 |
| 2 | Tyres | 22.9% | 726 |
| 3 | Suspension | 20.2% | 640 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 10.8% | 341 |
| 5 | Other defects | 7.7% | 243 |
| 6 | Steering | 3.6% | 114 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 396 | 19.2% |
| 60-90k | 1,171 | 21.1% |
| 90-120k | 907 | 23.6% |
| 120-150k | 479 | 25.3% |
| 150k+ | 189 | 27.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 704 | 20.6% |
| 2022 | 695 | 21.4% |
| 2023 | 717 | 22.7% |
| 2024 | 522 | 23.6% |
| 2025 | 526 | 25.7% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Elgrand
On a 2019 Elgrand, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 12.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (12.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (9.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (7.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Nissan Elgrands pass their MOT?
77.4% of the 3,164 2019 Nissan Elgrand MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Nissan Elgrand?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.0% of tests, followed by suspension (9.5%).
Does the 2019 Elgrand get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.2% in the 30-60k band to 27.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,164 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.