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XGU 971M

2003 Nissan Figaro

Pink Petrol 990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

157,574 mi
Last recorded157,574 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Figaro113,235 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGU 971M
MakeNissan
ModelFigaro
Year2003
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine990cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 157,574 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 155,936 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 150,875 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 138,531 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 138,531 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2017 128,835 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 114,401 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 4 Nov 2015 114,401 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 108,190 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 95,808 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2013 95,808 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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
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XGU 971M is a 2003 Nissan Figaro in Pink with a 990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Figaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 113,235 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 XGU 971M, 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 23 years old, this Nissan Figaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XGU 971M registered?

XGU 971M is a 2003 Nissan Figaro, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is XGU 971M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGU 971M shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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