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J163 JGU

1991 Nissan Figaro

Pink Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

172,573 mi
Last recorded172,573 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1991 Nissan Figaro106,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ163 JGU
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year1991
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc
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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 172,573 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

most suspension components corroded

Fail 11 Mar 2025 172,573 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

most suspension components corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2024 171,187 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 167,999 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2023 167,999 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 167,874 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 167,874 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 167,664 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front exhaust support bracket broken-system adequately supported

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

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

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

Offside steering rack mounting bush split

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 167,415 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 167,415 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 166,188 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 164,806 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 164,780 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 164,698 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 164,414 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 163,803 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 163,740 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 162,774 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 162,737 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 162,357 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 162,357 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 161,130 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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J163 JGU is a 1991 Nissan Figaro in Pink with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1991 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 106,212 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 J163 JGU, 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 35 years old, this Nissan Figaro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J163 JGU registered?

J163 JGU is a 1991 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J163 JGU safe to buy?

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