2006 Nissan Figaro — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,711 MOT tests, the 2006 Nissan Figaro recorded a 71.5% pass rate. That is 1.2 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 27.3%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (12.4%) and body, structure & corrosion (10.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, catalyst emissions and washers — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 215 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 22.9% in the 30-60k band and 33.7% in the 150k+ band, a 10.8-point spread.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 23.3% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.4% | 213 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.6% | 182 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.0% | 171 |
| 4 | Brakes | 9.2% | 157 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.1% | 138 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 7.0% | 120 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 215 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 151 |
| 3 | Washers | 106 |
| 4 | Prescribed areas | 101 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 99 |
| 6 | Rear fog lamp | 99 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 23.3% | 399 |
| 2 | Suspension | 22.0% | 376 |
| 3 | Brakes | 21.3% | 365 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 20.6% | 353 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.5% | 265 |
| 6 | Steering | 13.2% | 226 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 166 | 22.9% |
| 60-90k | 558 | 28.3% |
| 90-120k | 490 | 26.5% |
| 120-150k | 311 | 33.1% |
| 150k+ | 169 | 33.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 415 | 27.0% |
| 2022 | 386 | 28.8% |
| 2023 | 383 | 30.8% |
| 2024 | 273 | 29.3% |
| 2025 | 254 | 26.0% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Figaro
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 12.4% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (12.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (10.6% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
- Suspension (10.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2006 Nissan Figaros pass their MOT?
71.5% of the 1,711 2006 Nissan Figaro MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Nissan Figaro?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.4% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (10.6%).
Does the 2006 Figaro get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 22.9% in the 30-60k band to 33.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,711 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.