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FIG 1473

1991 Nissan Figaro

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

146,238 mi
Last recorded146,238 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Nissan Figaro106,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 1473
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 146,238 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 142,977 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 139,857 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 139,835 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both sides (4.1.4 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 130,888 miles

rear fog lamp slightly discoloured

Pass 15 Oct 2021 128,145 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 126,607 miles

rear fog lamp slightly discoloured

Fail 2 Oct 2020 126,607 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

rear fog lamp slightly discoloured

Pass 22 Oct 2019 125,021 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 124,999 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 124,999 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 May 2015 122,649 miles

exhaust corroded

front and rear bumpers corroded

offside front steering rack boot leaking oil

offside rear tyre perished & flat

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

rear crash bar heavily corroded in inner arches but not within prescribed areas

Pass 6 May 2015 122,649 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

exhaust corroded

front and rear bumpers corroded

offside front steering rack boot leaking oil

offside rear tyre perished & flat

rear crash bar heavily corroded in inner arches but not within prescribed areas

Pass 22 May 2014 116,970 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit

Fail 22 May 2014 116,970 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit

Pass 15 May 2013 116,070 miles

Corrosion holes near both boot drains

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear exhaust silencer very deteriorated

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 2 May 2013 116,070 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Corrosion holes near both boot drains

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear exhaust silencer very deteriorated

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 116,970 miles

Oil leak

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 116,970 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Oil leak

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 116,970 miles

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

nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 9 Apr 2011 116,970 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

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

nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 22 Apr 2010 116,870 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 22 Apr 2010 116,870 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level low

Pass 23 Apr 2009 116,374 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 116,302 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

steering rack to body mounting rubbers worn giving much free sideplay to steering rack

Pass 15 Apr 2008 110,633 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 99,135 miles

Oil leak

repaired damaged noted to offside front (lower) chassis leg.

How Reliable is the Nissan Figaro?

Based on 96,615 MOT tests across 5,753 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
2,107
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,753
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,995
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,940
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,780
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,502
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,502
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FIG 1473 is a 1991 Nissan Figaro in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

Across all 1991 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 106,212 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Figaro fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,995 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FIG 1473, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Figaro typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Nissan Figaro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FIG 1473?

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What year was FIG 1473 registered?

FIG 1473 is a 1991 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is FIG 1473 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 1473 shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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