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FIG 840

2008 Nissan Figaro

Brown Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

145,514 mi
Last recorded145,514 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan Figaro107,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 840
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 145,514 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 145,514 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

front tyres splitting cracking

Pass 21 May 2025 144,223 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 143,285 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust backbox slight blow. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 May 2024 143,285 miles

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

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill rotted through. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust backbox slight blow. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 143,213 miles

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

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

speedo reading 18mph when stationary

Fail 14 Jan 2022 143,208 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

speedo reading 18mph when stationary

Pass 7 Dec 2020 140,014 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 137,000 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 136,988 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 136,946 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 136,946 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 135,638 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 15 Apr 2015 135,638 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 128,518 miles

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

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED SPLIT + CLAMP

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 122,127 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

rear exhaust corrded spliting

Fail 10 Apr 2013 122,127 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

rear exhaust corrded spliting

Pass 20 Apr 2012 119,026 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

some damage to osf chassis

Pass 21 Apr 2011 113,339 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 103,090 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 91,225 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 85,997 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 85,997 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.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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FIG 840 is a 2008 Nissan Figaro in Brown with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 107,344 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 840, 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 18 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 FIG 840 registered?

FIG 840 is a 2008 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is FIG 840 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 840 shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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