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NISSAN ELGRAND (2002)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 654 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

77%

Total Tests (2024)

654

Avg Mileage

100,061 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,397

Is the 2002 NISSAN ELGRAND reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the NISSAN brand average of 81%.

At 22 years old, 77% of NISSAN ELGRANDs from 2002 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 654 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 100,061 miles.

How does the 2002 NISSAN ELGRAND compare?

Rank among all 2002 cars129th out of 403(top 32%)
Rank among all NISSAN models398th out of 660(top 60%)
vs national average-5% (82% avg)
vs 2002 cars average+4% (73% avg)
vs NISSAN average-4% (81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2002 NISSAN ELGRAND has 100,061 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 162,800 miles for a 22-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 2002 sits between the two at 77%.

How much does a 2002 NISSAN ELGRAND cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2500cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£2,397
Per month£200/mo

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

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202178%1,20085,586 mi
202075%1,28394,341 mi
201977%1,05593,209 mi
201874%1,024100,903 mi
201774%1,418107,416 mi
201670%1,161111,139 mi
201574%906113,591 mi
201480%643102,225 mi
201385%87084,821 mi
201288%88981,269 mi
201186%1,30986,045 mi
201086%2,00880,709 mi
200985%1,64374,175 mi
200884%3,59980,342 mi
200784%3,62280,586 mi
200681%2,47977,312 mi
200581%2,68886,787 mi
200478%1,45587,390 mi
200376%96594,747 mi
200277%654100,061 mi
200169%14084,961 mi
200078%103111,995 mi
199973%102116,236 mi
199868%99126,254 mi
199763%48132,291 mi

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About the 2002 NISSAN ELGRAND

The 2002 NISSAN ELGRAND is a large car with a 2500cc petrol engine. 654 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2002, the average MOT pass rate is 73%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 100,061 miles at 22 years old, NISSAN ELGRAND owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2002 NISSAN ELGRAND Fuel Costs

The 2500cc 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 2002 NISSAN ELGRAND?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,397 (£200/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 77% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

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 2002 NISSAN ELGRAND

At 22 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%.

Alternatives to the 2002 NISSAN ELGRAND

If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: