2007 Nissan Figaro — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2007 Nissan Figaro passed 73.6% of its 1,841 recorded MOT tests. All cars of a similar age fail at 26.8%, so the 2007 Figaro sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 12.0% of all tests — 3.2 points clear of body, structure & corrosion, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, rear fog lamp and washers — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 226 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 16.5% in the 30-60k band and 34.5% in the 150k+ band, a 18.0-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 23.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 28.7% in 2021 to 20.3% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.0% | 221 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.8% | 162 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.5% | 156 |
| 4 | Brakes | 7.8% | 144 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.0% | 129 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 4.9% | 90 |
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 | 226 |
| 2 | Rear fog lamp | 102 |
| 3 | Washers | 91 |
| 4 | Catalyst emissions | 87 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 81 |
| 6 | Prescribed areas | 80 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 23.1% | 426 |
| 2 | Suspension | 21.3% | 392 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 20.5% | 377 |
| 4 | Tyres | 16.8% | 309 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.9% | 292 |
| 6 | Steering | 14.6% | 269 |
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 | 158 | 16.5% |
| 60-90k | 531 | 24.3% |
| 90-120k | 543 | 26.9% |
| 120-150k | 321 | 28.7% |
| 150k+ | 258 | 34.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 460 | 28.7% |
| 2022 | 422 | 28.0% |
| 2023 | 386 | 25.9% |
| 2024 | 302 | 26.8% |
| 2025 | 271 | 20.3% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Figaro
On a 2007 Figaro, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 12.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (12.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (8.8% 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 (8.5% 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 2007 Nissan Figaros pass their MOT?
73.6% of the 1,841 2007 Nissan Figaro MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Nissan Figaro?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.0% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (8.8%).
Does the 2007 Figaro get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.5% in the 30-60k band to 34.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,841 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.