CarVerify

Free Car Check

K715 MGX

1992 Nissan Figaro

Grey Petrol 980cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

139,327 mi
Last recorded139,327 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2016
Typical for 1992 Nissan Figaro105,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationK715 MGX
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2016 139,327 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 Nov 2016 139,320 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded battery seat (2.4.A.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 134,937 miles

Drivers seatbelt very slow to retract

Front registration plate cracked but still legible

N/S rear mudflap adrift

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Oil leak

Rear exhaust box heavily corroded

Fail 23 Sep 2015 134,932 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Drivers seatbelt very slow to retract

Front registration plate cracked but still legible

N/S rear mudflap adrift

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Oil leak

Rear exhaust box heavily corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2014 130,881 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

ns top sill corroded

os inner steering arm joint worn

os steering rack slight weep

rear shock absorbers reduced damping effect

Fail 16 Jul 2014 130,848 miles

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

Offside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

ns top sill corroded

os inner steering arm joint worn

rear shock absorbers reduced damping effect

Pass 15 Jul 2013 127,720 miles

clonk in steering columb / top bearing play

o/s/f flexi brake hose has is slightly perished

Fail 1 Jul 2013 127,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

clonk in steering columb / top bearing play

emmisions not done as water hose leaking

o/s/f flexi brake hose has is slightly perished

Pass 27 Mar 2012 125,120 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust rubber half broke

slight damp on steering rack

slight play in offside steering rack arm

Pass 7 Mar 2011 121,071 miles

chip in windscreen

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

offside front tyre starting to wear on edges

silencer corroded

slight dampness on steering rack

Pass 15 Jan 2010 117,029 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 15 Jan 2010 117,029 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 2 Dec 2009 116,710 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front discs worn/lipped

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

rear silencer corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2008 113,438 miles

n/s/r s/absorber slightly weeping

slight play in s/column

Pass 10 Oct 2007 109,666 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 107,177 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 107,075 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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
Full Nissan Figaro reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

K715 MGX is a 1992 Nissan Figaro in Grey with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 K715 MGX, 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

How do I check the history of K715 MGX?

You can check the full history of K715 MGX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was K715 MGX registered?

K715 MGX is a 1992 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is K715 MGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K715 MGX shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K715 MGX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on K715 MGX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.