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H589 BYF

2004 Nissan Figaro

Grey Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests33 (21 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

211,792 mi
Last recorded211,792 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Nissan Figaro111,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH589 BYF
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

21 pass 12 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 211,792 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 210,113 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 207,569 miles

Brake servo corroding

Fail 28 May 2024 207,569 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Brake servo corroding

Pass 3 May 2023 205,849 miles

handbrake has limited reserve travel

Fail 3 May 2023 205,849 miles

handbrake has limited reserve travel

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2022 203,406 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 199,561 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 199,559 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 198,165 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill has two large rust holes but are not near prescribed area or suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 195,796 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Corrosion to nearside outer sill, outside of any prescribed areas

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 192,706 miles

both rear brake pipes slightly rusty

brake servo slightly rusty

n/s front and center outer sill excessive corrosion

o/s/r tyre slightly perished

rear exhaust box rusty (no leak)

Fail 11 Dec 2017 192,706 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear brake pipes slightly rusty

brake servo slightly rusty

n/s front and center outer sill excessive corrosion

o/s/r tyre slightly perished

rear exhaust box rusty (no leak)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 190,145 miles

Offside Front slightly play inside steering rack

exhaust system rusty

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 14 Dec 2016 190,145 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

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

exhaust system rusty

gearbox oil leak

o/s/r tyre perished

Offside Front slightly play inside steering rack

Pass 11 Dec 2015 186,955 miles

Offside rear tyre perished

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

Fail 7 Dec 2015 186,955 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fluid leak from transmission

Offside rear tyre perished

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 181,239 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Fail 22 Dec 2014 181,239 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Fail 25 Nov 2014 180,968 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front suspension has been lowered

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

Oil leaks from engine and transmission

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 172,724 miles

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Front tyres out of shape

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2013 172,724 miles

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

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Front shock absorbers weak

Front tyres out of shape

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 161,246 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 139,099 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 139,099 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 122,976 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 122,946 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 103,786 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 93,370 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 81,944 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 81,941 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 67,850 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 57,369 miles

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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H589 BYF is a 2004 Nissan Figaro in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 H589 BYF, 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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H589 BYF is a 2004 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 23 December 2004.

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