NISSAN ELGRAND (1997)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 48 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
63%
Total Tests (2024)
48
Avg Mileage
132,291 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1997 NISSAN ELGRAND reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 19 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the NISSAN brand average of 81%.
At 27 years old, 63% of NISSAN ELGRANDs from 1997 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 48 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 132,291 miles.
How does the 1997 NISSAN ELGRAND compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1997 NISSAN ELGRAND has 132,291 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 199,800 miles for a 27-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a NISSAN ELGRAND?
The most reliable year is the 2012 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 1998 model has the lowest at 68%. The 1997 sits between the two at 63%.
How much does a 1997 NISSAN ELGRAND cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
NISSAN ELGRAND by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 78% | 1,200 | 85,586 mi |
| 2020 | 75% | 1,283 | 94,341 mi |
| 2019 | 77% | 1,055 | 93,209 mi |
| 2018 | 74% | 1,024 | 100,903 mi |
| 2017 | 74% | 1,418 | 107,416 mi |
| 2016 | 70% | 1,161 | 111,139 mi |
| 2015 | 74% | 906 | 113,591 mi |
| 2014 | 80% | 643 | 102,225 mi |
| 2013 | 85% | 870 | 84,821 mi |
| 2012 | 88% | 889 | 81,269 mi |
| 2011 | 86% | 1,309 | 86,045 mi |
| 2010 | 86% | 2,008 | 80,709 mi |
| 2009 | 85% | 1,643 | 74,175 mi |
| 2008 | 84% | 3,599 | 80,342 mi |
| 2007 | 84% | 3,622 | 80,586 mi |
| 2006 | 81% | 2,479 | 77,312 mi |
| 2005 | 81% | 2,688 | 86,787 mi |
| 2004 | 78% | 1,455 | 87,390 mi |
| 2003 | 76% | 965 | 94,747 mi |
| 2002 | 77% | 654 | 100,061 mi |
| 2001 | 69% | 140 | 84,961 mi |
| 2000 | 78% | 103 | 111,995 mi |
| 1999 | 73% | 102 | 116,236 mi |
| 1998 | 68% | 99 | 126,254 mi |
| 1997 | 63% | 48 | 132,291 mi |
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About the 1997 NISSAN ELGRAND
The 1997 NISSAN ELGRAND is a performance with a 3150cc petrol engine. 48 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 96% of 1997 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 132,291 miles at 27 years old, NISSAN ELGRAND owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1997 NISSAN ELGRAND Fuel Costs
The 3150cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1997 NISSAN ELGRAND?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 63% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
NISSAN ELGRAND Reliability Trend
The NISSAN ELGRAND has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 1997 NISSAN ELGRAND
At 27 years old, the NISSAN ELGRAND is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2012 model has the highest pass rate at 88%. Note: with only 48 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1997 NISSAN ELGRAND
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BMW Z3 (1999) 78% pass rate (+15%) from 8,191 tests
- PORSCHE 911 (1999) 87% pass rate (+24%) from 3,668 tests
- PORSCHE BOXSTER (1999) 81% pass rate (+18%) from 3,058 tests
- MERCEDES C (1999) 82% pass rate (+19%) from 2,683 tests