2003 · 21 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2003 Nissan Figaro MOT pass rate and common faults

104 MOT tests in 2024. 61.5% passed first time, compared with 57.3% for all cars the same age.

107Above average
Passed first time61.5%
Failed or needed repairs38.5%
Typical mileage at test94,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 104 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength8.7%
  2. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced6.7%
  3. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt5.8%
  4. Rear fog lamp: not working4.8%
  5. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced4.8%
  6. Service brake performance: excessively binding4.8%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.8%
  8. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits3.8%
  9. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting2.9%
  10. Suspension arms - ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.9%

Problem areas

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

  1. Body & chassis22.1%
  2. Suspension21.2%
  3. Lights & electrics19.2%
  4. Emissions & leaks16.3%
  5. Brakes15.4%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)8.7%
  7. Seat belts & airbags6.7%
  8. Steering2.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine19.2%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded15.4%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure14.4%
  4. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened11.5%
  5. Power steering - other components: leaking9.6%

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 2003 Nissan Figaro?

In 2024, 61.5% of 2003 Nissan Figaro cars passed their MOT first time, across 104 tests. The average for all 21-year-old cars was 57.3%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2003 Nissan Figaro?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt. The biggest problem area was body & chassis.

Is the 2003 Nissan Figaro reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 107, which is above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).