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J360 NLN

1997 Nissan Figaro

Blue Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

125,897 mi
Last recorded125,897 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Nissan Figaro86,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ360 NLN
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 125,897 miles

Both rear tyres slightly perished on outer sidewall.

Both rear wheel bearings slightly noisey.

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

Fail 27 Nov 2015 125,897 miles

Both rear tyres slightly perished on outer sidewall.

Both rear wheel bearings slightly noisey.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 4 Nov 2015 125,719 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Slight play offside of steering rack.

Pass 24 Nov 2014 122,074 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 8 Oct 2014 122,074 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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 Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front and rear bumpers corroded

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

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

Offside rear wheel arch corroded

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 119,932 miles

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

corosion on inner rear sills

long handbrake travel

Fail 18 Jun 2010 119,853 miles

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

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

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

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

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

corosion on inner rear sills

long handbrake travel

Pass 10 Jul 2009 117,456 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 115,047 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Slight play in steering rack.

Pass 28 Nov 2006 105,959 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 96,387 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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J360 NLN is a 1997 Nissan Figaro in Blue with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 86,941 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 J360 NLN, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Figaro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J360 NLN is a 1997 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 12 November 1997.

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