2004 · 20 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2004 Nissan Figaro MOT pass rate and common faults

203 MOT tests in 2024. 60.1% passed first time, compared with 56.4% for all cars the same age.

106Above average
Passed first time60.1%
Failed or needed repairs39.9%
Typical mileage at test98,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 203 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength8.9%
  2. Rear fog lamp: not working5.4%
  3. Service brake imbalance: across an axle3.9%
  4. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced3.9%
  5. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.9%
  6. Washers: not working3.4%
  7. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits3.0%
  8. Service brake performance: excessively binding3.0%
  9. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.5%
  10. Steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.5%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics25.1%
  2. Suspension17.7%
  3. Brakes16.7%
  4. Body & chassis12.8%
  5. Emissions & leaks11.3%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)10.8%
  7. Seat belts & airbags4.9%
  8. Steering4.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine20.2%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded15.3%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure14.8%
  4. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened12.8%
  5. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm7.4%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2004 Nissan Figaro?

In 2024, 60.1% of 2004 Nissan Figaro cars passed their MOT first time, across 203 tests. The average for all 20-year-old cars was 56.4%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2004 Nissan Figaro?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; rear fog lamp: not working; service brake imbalance: across an axle. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2004 Nissan Figaro reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 106, which is above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).