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J479 XCF

2005 Nissan Figaro

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,072 mi
Last recorded117,072 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Figaro109,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ479 XCF
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 117,072 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2025 117,072 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 116,125 miles

underneath vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 14 Jul 2023 115,633 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Jul 2023 115,633 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 114,540 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2022 114,522 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 108,086 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 106,827 miles

steering rack pinion damp

Pass 1 Jun 2018 106,684 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 106,610 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 106,594 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 106,594 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 106,527 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 106,342 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 105,777 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 14 Apr 2011 104,674 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 101,554 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 98,441 miles

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

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

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

chip in windscreen

offside front wiper blade split

Pass 6 Mar 2008 96,901 miles

speedometer not working

Fail 6 Mar 2008 96,901 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

speedometer not working

Fail 10 Apr 2007 84,840 miles

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

speedometer not working.

Pass 10 Apr 2007 84,840 miles

speedometer not working.

Pass 5 Apr 2006 72,671 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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J479 XCF is a 2005 Nissan Figaro in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 109,522 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 J479 XCF, 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 21 years old, this Nissan Figaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J479 XCF registered?

J479 XCF is a 2005 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 5 April 2005.

Is J479 XCF safe to buy?

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