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FIG 1491

2004 Nissan Figaro

Grey Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

83,223 mi
Last recorded83,223 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Nissan Figaro111,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 1491
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 83,223 miles

brake survo unit, brake unions, brake ferrules and rear brake backing plates starting to rust

front suspension arms and front/ rear suspension coil springs starting to rust

inner/ outer sill panels, floors and nearside door step starting to rust

nearside steering track rod end cover boot starting to perish

offside rear shock absorber starting to leak

power steering rack slightly damp/ slight play and power steering pipes/ hoses slightly damp

rear exhaust section starting to rust

slight oil leak

under side of vehicle under sealed

Pass 12 Mar 2025 82,910 miles

both rear shock absorbers starting to leak

brake survo unit, brake unions, brake ferrules and rear brake backing plates starting to rust

front suspension arms, front/ rear suspension coil springs and rear shock absorbers starting to rust

inner/ outer sill panels and floors starting to rust

nearside steering track rod end cover boot starting to perish

power steering rack slightly damp/ slight play and power steering pipes/ hoses slightly damp

rear brakes performances slight imbalance

rear exhaust section starting to rust

slight oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2024 82,458 miles

both rear shock absorbers slight leaks

brake survo unit, brake unions, brake ferrules and rear brake backing plates starting to rust

front suspension arms, front/ rear suspension coil springs and rear shock absorbers starting to rust

inner/ outer sill panels starting to rust

nearside steering track rod end cover boot starting to perish

power steering rack and pipes/ hoses slightly damp

rear brakes performances slight imbalance

rear exhaust section starting to rust

slight oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2023 82,117 miles

brake master cylinder slightly damp

brake survo unit starting to rust

brake unions and ferrules starting to rust

front suspension lower arms, front/ rear suspension coil springs and rear shock absorbers starting to rust

inner/ outer sill panels starting to rust

power steering rack and pipes/ hoses slightly damp

rear brakes performances slight imbalance

rear exhaust section starting to rust

slight oil leak

Pass 7 May 2021 82,100 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 May 2021 82,100 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 82,025 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight leak from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Fail 29 Mar 2019 82,025 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight leak from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 81,891 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 81,859 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear of wheel arch/chassis rail (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear of wheel arch/chassis rail (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 81,446 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 80,565 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 80,557 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2015 71,995 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 65,024 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 63,842 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 62,337 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 3 May 2012 62,337 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 May 2011 60,601 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 58,442 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 58,441 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 11 May 2009 56,744 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 16 May 2008 53,881 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 51,333 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 48,682 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 1491 is a 2004 Nissan Figaro in Grey with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2004 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 111,646 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 1491, 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 22 years old, this Nissan Figaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FIG 1491 registered?

FIG 1491 is a 2004 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is FIG 1491 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 1491 shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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