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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Nissan Figaro. Check any Figaro by registration number below.

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70.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-10.8%

vs Nissan Avg

22

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Nissan Figaro — MOT Reliability Overview

The Nissan Figaro has an average MOT pass rate of 70.4%, which is 10.8 percentage points below the Nissan brand average of 81.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Figaro on the road.

The most common reasons a Nissan Figaro fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Figaro for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Nissan Figaro, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Nissan Figaro performs at MOT across different model years.

2017

Based on 58 vehicles

72.4%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

11.5%

Retest Rate

26.9%

2016

Based on 47 vehicles

61.7%Below Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

32.3%

2015

Based on 90 vehicles

72.2%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

19.6%

2014

Based on 129 vehicles

75.2%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

16.9%

Mileage at 10yr

155k mi

2013

Based on 112 vehicles

50.9%Below Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

64.8%

Mileage at 10yr

145k mi

2012

Based on 77 vehicles

77.9%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

16.3%

2011

Based on 164 vehicles

74.4%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

19.1%

2010

Based on 254 vehicles

68.5%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

23.4%

2009

Based on 384 vehicles

66.9%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

19.7%

2008

Based on 526 vehicles

70.3%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

20.8%

2007

Based on 749 vehicles

67.2%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

24.3%

2006

Based on 664 vehicles

63.1%Below Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

24.8%

2005

Based on 695 vehicles

70.4%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

17.4%

2004

Based on 643 vehicles

70.5%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

15.3%

2003

Based on 312 vehicles

64.1%Below Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

21.5%

2002

Based on 144 vehicles

67.4%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

22.0%

2001

Based on 80 vehicles

58.8%Below Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

25.0%

2000

Based on 40 vehicles

87.5%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.4%

1998

Based on 36 vehicles

77.8%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.0%

1992

Based on 102 vehicles

87.3%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

9.0%

1991

Based on 1,250 vehicles

73.0%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

19.0%

0

Based on 3,344 vehicles

71.6%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Mileage at 5yr

96k mi

Top MOT Failures — Nissan Figaro

The most common reasons a Nissan Figaro fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

5.9%
2

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

3.2%
3

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.1%
4

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

3.0%
5

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

2.8%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

6.9%

Front Offside

6.9%

Front

5.2%

Nissan Figaro — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Nissan Figaro MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan Figaro?
The average MOT pass rate for the Nissan Figaro is 70.4% compared to the Nissan average of 81.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Nissan Figaro?
The most common MOT failures on the Nissan Figaro are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (5.9%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (3.2%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Nissan Figaro reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 70.4%, the Nissan Figaro is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Nissan Figaro?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Nissan Figaro?
Typical mileage for the Nissan Figaro: 155,204 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Figaro to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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