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J255 EFU

2001 Nissan Figaro

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

259,831 mi
Last recorded259,831 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Nissan Figaro100,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ255 EFU
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 259,831 miles

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

rear exhaust in poor condition

Fail 6 Aug 2020 259,821 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively from steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 9 Aug 2019 252,881 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 242,795 miles

corrosion on outer sills and rear inner sill

Pass 6 Sep 2017 231,866 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 15 Sep 2016 221,234 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 206,105 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2014 194,629 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 189,682 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 May 2013 189,682 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 May 2012 179,492 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 29 May 2012 179,492 miles

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 6 Jun 2011 168,105 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 168,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 26 May 2010 158,667 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 158,667 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 26 May 2009 148,123 miles

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

Offside Front Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2008 140,999 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 22 May 2007 131,761 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 120,955 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

offdide front tyre inner edge worn

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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J255 EFU is a 2001 Nissan Figaro in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 100,267 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 J255 EFU, 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 25 years old, this Nissan Figaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J255 EFU registered?

J255 EFU is a 2001 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 13 December 2001.

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