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1991 Nissan Figaro

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,415 mi
Last recorded41,415 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Nissan Figaro106,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 21
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 41,415 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2025 40,982 miles

Nearside Front Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 May 2025 40,982 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2024 40,279 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 40,241 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

whole of vehicle underside undersealed

Fail 19 Jun 2023 40,241 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

whole of vehicle underside undersealed

Pass 21 Jun 2022 39,744 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 38,629 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 38,578 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 36,169 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 35,506 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 30,033 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 26,531 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 24,336 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 24,325 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 20,927 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 16,321 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 14,240 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 7,971 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 7,971 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 21 is a 1991 Nissan Figaro in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 21, 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.

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How do I check the history of FIG 21?

You can check the full history of FIG 21 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FIG 21 registered?

FIG 21 is a 1991 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 1 September 1991.

Is FIG 21 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 21 shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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