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PIW 3405

1997 Nissan Figaro

Green Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

137,209 mi
Last recorded137,209 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Nissan Figaro86,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPIW 3405
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2010 137,209 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 137,209 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

scrapping noise at nearside front when brake applied, outer disc not visable but suspect pad metal to metal

Pass 15 Sep 2009 118,920 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 118,918 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 108,257 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 108,257 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 83,502 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 72,414 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 72,414 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Outer Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up (2.5.C.1d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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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PIW 3405 is a 1997 Nissan Figaro in Green with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 86,941 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 PIW 3405, 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 29 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 PIW 3405 registered?

PIW 3405 is a 1997 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is PIW 3405 safe to buy?

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