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FIG 9788

1991 Nissan Figaro

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

119,000 mi
Last recorded119,000 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Nissan Figaro106,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 9788
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 119,000 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 16 Mar 2026 119,000 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 116,642 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 116,614 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/70/12 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component wet around rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S and N/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 116,513 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Wet around rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 116,513 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Wet around rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 116,078 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Feb 2020 115,584 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2019 112,043 miles

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 9 Jan 2019 112,043 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear inner sills x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2018 108,642 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jan 2018 108,642 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both outer walls both sides (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 102,462 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 97,173 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 94,929 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 89,176 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 88,880 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 88,438 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE STEERING RACK.

Pass 17 Jul 2009 86,575 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 86,575 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 30 Jul 2008 84,267 miles

Offside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

both front tyres starting to perish

Fail 30 Jul 2008 84,267 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

both front tyres starting to perish

Pass 16 Feb 2007 81,134 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 81,134 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 77,168 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 77,168 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both front tyres damage to side walls and perished

brake fluid level low

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 9788 is a 1991 Nissan Figaro in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 9788, 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

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What year was FIG 9788 registered?

FIG 9788 is a 1991 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is FIG 9788 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 9788 shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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