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J498 EWW

1992 Nissan Figaro

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,382 mi
Last recorded105,382 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Nissan Figaro105,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ498 EWW
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 105,382 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 102,273 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 102,271 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 101,000 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 99,358 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 99,358 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 97,238 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 97,236 miles

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

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

Power steering component leaking Steering pinion (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 93,521 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering pinion on rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 88,915 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 83,584 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 77,588 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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J498 EWW is a 1992 Nissan Figaro in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 105,148 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 J498 EWW, 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 34 years old, this Nissan Figaro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J498 EWW registered?

J498 EWW is a 1992 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J498 EWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J498 EWW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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