2005 · 19 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2005 Nissan Figaro MOT pass rate and common faults

279 MOT tests in 2024. 64.2% passed first time, compared with 56.5% for all cars the same age.

113Well above average
Passed first time64.2%
Failed or needed repairs35.8%
Typical mileage at test92,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 279 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength7.2%
  2. Rear fog lamp: not working4.3%
  3. Service brake imbalance: across an axle3.9%
  4. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.6%
  5. Washers: not working2.9%
  6. Rear fog lamp: does not emit a steady red light2.9%
  7. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced2.9%
  8. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced2.5%
  9. Steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.5%
  10. Position lamp: not working2.5%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics23.7%
  2. Brakes14.7%
  3. Suspension13.3%
  4. Emissions & leaks11.1%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)9.7%
  6. Body & chassis9.3%
  7. Steering4.3%
  8. Seat belts & airbags2.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine18.3%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded16.1%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure11.5%
  4. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened7.9%
  5. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm7.9%

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 2005 Nissan Figaro?

In 2024, 64.2% of 2005 Nissan Figaro cars passed their MOT first time, across 279 tests. The average for all 19-year-old cars was 56.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2005 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 2005 Nissan Figaro reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 113, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).