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J98 WRD

1996 Nissan Figaro

Grey Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

32,407 mi
Last recorded32,407 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ98 WRD
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 32,407 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 32,407 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 32,145 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2024 32,145 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2023 29,612 miles

Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 28,608 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 28,509 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 28,071 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 27,911 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 26,306 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 22,553 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Jul 2015 22,483 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 22,483 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 22,436 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 21,865 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 21,499 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 21,481 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 21,031 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 20,358 miles

both rear tyres splitting on outer shoulder off tread

Pass 24 Apr 2007 20,317 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 20,297 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

nearside rear tyre worn on inner tread

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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J98 WRD is a 1996 Nissan Figaro in Grey with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 J98 WRD, 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 30 years old, this Nissan Figaro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J98 WRD registered?

J98 WRD is a 1996 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 26 March 1996.

Is J98 WRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J98 WRD shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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