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FIG 3498

1992 Nissan Figaro

Beige Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

165,099 mi
Last recorded165,099 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 1992 Nissan Figaro105,148 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 3498
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year1992
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 165,099 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 165,099 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2016 136,376 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 136,206 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal Rack pinion (2.3.3b)

Rear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (1.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Front brake pads 60% worn

Oil/fluid leaks from engine and transmission

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 114,778 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all tyres showing age sighns and rubber cracking

Fail 3 Sep 2009 114,512 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all tyres perished on side walls and in thread

Pass 23 Sep 2008 103,905 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all tyres starting to perish

slight play in offside steering rack side rod

Fail 19 Sep 2008 103,905 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all tyres starting to perish

slight play in offside steering rack side rod

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 3498 is a 1992 Nissan Figaro in Beige with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 105,148 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 3498, 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 34 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 3498?

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What year was FIG 3498 registered?

FIG 3498 is a 1992 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is FIG 3498 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 3498 shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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