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BNZ 3981

2001 Nissan Figaro

Grey Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

149,182 mi
Last recorded149,182 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 2001 Nissan Figaro100,267 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 3981
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 149,182 miles
Fail 14 May 2020 149,681 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 148,386 miles

oil leak

Fail 7 Jan 2019 148,385 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

nearside and offside front wiper worn

oil leak

Pass 11 Jan 2018 145,904 miles

Oil leak ()

nearside and offside front wiper worn

Pass 12 Dec 2016 143,643 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

engine oil leak

Fail 12 Dec 2016 143,643 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

engine oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2015 141,092 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2015 141,092 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

oil leak

Pass 4 Dec 2014 138,446 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 134,999 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 132,843 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 128,993 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 128,993 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 126,944 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 124,403 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 124,403 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 120,944 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 120,944 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 Nov 2007 116,877 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

only just passed brake performance test brake pedal feels slightly spongy when applied engine oil presure switch leaking

Pass 19 Nov 2007 116,877 miles

only just passed brake performance test brake pedal feels slightly spongy when applied engine oil presure switch leaking

Fail 4 Dec 2006 114,108 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 114,108 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 98,299 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 98,299 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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BNZ 3981 is a 2001 Nissan Figaro in Grey with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 100,267 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 BNZ 3981, 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 25 years old, this Nissan Figaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BNZ 3981 registered?

BNZ 3981 is a 2001 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is BNZ 3981 safe to buy?

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