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J821 HGJ

1991 Nissan Figaro

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

92,419 mi
Last recorded92,419 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Nissan Figaro106,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ821 HGJ
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 92,419 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 92,419 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 92,419 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 90,835 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 90,444 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 89,483 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 88,806 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 87,485 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2016 86,791 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear silencer corroded

Fail 25 Apr 2016 86,791 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 28 Apr 2015 86,601 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 22 May 2014 85,400 miles

rear silencer slightly corroded

Pass 30 May 2013 81,772 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 81,792 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 79,506 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 77,807 miles

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Fail 7 Jun 2011 77,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 76,753 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 74,187 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2009 74,183 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Fail 29 May 2008 63,813 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 May 2008 63,813 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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J821 HGJ is a 1991 Nissan Figaro in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 J821 HGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J821 HGJ registered?

J821 HGJ is a 1991 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 1 October 1991.

Is J821 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J821 HGJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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