2008 · 16 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2008 Nissan Figaro MOT pass rate and common faults

210 MOT tests in 2024. 62.9% passed first time, compared with 56.9% for all cars the same age.

110Well above average
Passed first time62.9%
Failed or needed repairs37.1%
Typical mileage at test92,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 210 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength7.1%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.3%
  3. Rear fog lamp: not working3.8%
  4. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.3%
  5. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced2.9%
  6. Steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.9%
  7. Position lamp: not working2.9%
  8. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits2.4%
  9. Service brake performance: excessively binding2.4%
  10. Stop lamp: not working1.9%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics31.9%
  2. Brakes15.2%
  3. Body & chassis13.8%
  4. Suspension12.4%
  5. Emissions & leaks9.5%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)7.6%
  7. Steering3.8%
  8. Seat belts & airbags3.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded15.7%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine14.8%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure11.0%
  4. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened9.0%
  5. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases5.7%

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 2008 Nissan Figaro?

In 2024, 62.9% of 2008 Nissan Figaro cars passed their MOT first time, across 210 tests. The average for all 16-year-old cars was 56.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2008 Nissan Figaro?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; rear fog lamp: not working. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2008 Nissan Figaro reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 110, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).