If it’s time for your Figgies MOT test, you might be worried about whether it’s going to pass or fail. Thankfully, there are quick checks that you can do to give your vehicle the best chance of passing. Many vehicles fail their MOT because of small silly issues like faulty… Read More

Recently, social media platforms have been buzzing with numerous posts discussing the issue of Figgies failing their MOTs due to testing based on the year of import rather than the year of manufacture. This discrepancy has sparked widespread confusion and frustration among Figgie owners and enthusiasts. The discrepancy arises from… Read More

This 2 Minute Video shows what you need to check before you put your car in for an MOT. Note: This Video is published under license provided by The Figaro Shop   Watch more of our YouTube Ownership Help Guides Subscribe to our Figaro YouTube Channel« Prev1… Read More

Below are the sections, sub-sections and subject items checked throughout the MOT test check that generates MOT failure codes: Section 1: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment Lamps are usually checked to ensure the lighting and signalling are in good condition, reflectors are checked for their colour and positioning and electrical… Read More

The car was supplied with a roof operational card as standard. Written in Japanese but does contain many cartoon style images which are useful. Below we have translated the information for you. A4 Opening & Closing Roof Operation Instruction Sheet Download & Print Watch Video [youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxwAFHThzng[/youtube]… Read More

As a club, since the introduction of clean air zones in the UK we have released a number of updates regarding the effect that this will have on driving and owning the Figaro. Published on 1st December 2022 ULEZ, LEZ & CAZ – Information on how clean air initiatives… Read More

Members have access to our Comprehensive Technical Forum which has been running since 2009 and includes over 30,000 technical posts, comprehensive PDF guides & manuals, owner repairs & restorations and much more… Join Club Ownership Support A-Z Ownership Help Over 150 Topics and… Read More

Words and Pictures Toby Brooks (The Figaro Shop) Painting a Figaro is a much more enjoyable process in terms of aesthetics. One that can make a slightly tired-looking car into a vibrant, gleaming one again………or even a unique extension of your personality!… Read More

The iconic look of the Nissan Figaro is one that is easily recognisable from its sweeping curves, chrome-plated bumpers and ivory ‘polo’ wheel trim and chrome centre caps. However, removing the polo’s without scratching or cracking the plastic can be tricky. Here we show you a good way of prising… Read More

If you closely at your rearview mirror you may see unsightly dark spots or black edges. This is the effect of excess moisture entering the layer between the silver and the backing. This causes the bond to break and the silvering to chip off behind the glass and… Read More

Over time, the heated rear screen can begin to de-laminate and more commonly, the heated elements begin to fail reducing its ability to clear condensation from the rear screen. The glass is no longer available. Click here for the Front Windscreen The Figaro Shop have re-manufactured this item to… Read More

The Rear Window Frame is known to suffer from rust-causing the vinyl to lift and bubble rust badly and many become unrepairable. The Figaro Shop have re-manufactured the part in Fiberglass providing exceptional protection. The item is a direct replacement and comes fully trimmed requiring no modification to fit. This… Read More

The Figaro suffers badly from rust around the rear arches. This is due to the spot welding of the sub-frame to the shell of the car. Water from the road is forced up into this area and has no way of escaping. Over time the water turns the metal to… Read More

This short video may help you if your Figaro has become a victim of the small dent, usually caused by the dreaded – ‘someone has opened their car door and dented my door whilst I parked my Figaro in a car park syndrome!’ In this video, the club founder Kevin… Read More

As the car ages, plastic parts used internally will inevitably become more brittle and crack. The driver’s side window switch surround is a good example of this. This video covers, how to remove, glue, sand and repaint the surround. The job will take some time but if the car is… Read More

Owners will find they have a damp carpet, and wet carpets in the rear of the car or even in the front. Mildew throughout the car is another problem. We think that most of the problems come from the roof and rear top boot (which is a wet boot). If… Read More

Simply press the opener switch which is located on the right-hand side of the centre console. Press and unlock each of the hardtop fixing locks above the head. Open the boot lid and ensure the straps are clear. Carefully pull the roof back using the lever. Fix the hood and… Read More

There are two areas of the Figaro that suffer badly from excessive rust. One is the rear wings which due to the location and way the chassis is spot welded in this area, water can be contained and over time and rust from the inside out causing paint bubbles. The… Read More

One of the most frequent requests we get from owners is how to fit a new roof? Over the years the roof can shrink (especially if your car has no garage and lives outside for most of the time due to UV) and can become brittle and tear (again due… Read More

Club Member and Figaro Owner Steve Newbold runs Figaro Upholstery & Interior Services from his workshop based in the pretty village of Old Warden in Bedford UK. The car was manufactured back in 1991 the one thing about Figaro seats is that they were extremely well made and put together… Read More

As your Figaro was manufactured in 1991 the chances are your seats may not be offering the support you need? We had the same issue and having now investigated the problem it’s easy to see why. It’s simply the lack of foam used between your bottom and the supporting steel… Read More

Front Seat Removal These are pretty simple, just remove the 4 x 12mm bolts and the seat will be free to take out. Just make sure when you re-insert the bolts that you do not cross-thread them by forcing the bolt to rotate when it doesn’t feel right. This… Read More

Words and pictures by John Catling Are you fed up with your nasty discoloured Figaro seats? Do you want them to look shiny and impressive again? I can clean, strip and repair all light damage/cracks etc to your seats. Then re-colour in Figaro Ivory Grey and seal in gloss or… Read More

An Apple Air Tag has been around for about a year and was designed to track all manner of things: people, belongings, pets and even vehicles. So, priced at just £29 with no ongoing subscription cost, could this device also be used to track and locate the whereabouts of your… Read More

Here you can see how long servicing tasks take, allowing you to budget and shop around with more understanding of costs! Read More

Words and Pictures – Patrick Light There are so many ways to improve a Figaro. Here member Patrick Light decided to spend £100 on improving the sound deadening with spectacular results. I have been thinking about doing this for quite some time and have looked into many different manufacturers and… Read More

As all Figaro owners know, the sound inside the car compared to any other car is quite loud. We all love the sound the 1-litre turbocharged engine makes, and the lovely exhaust rumble. Sometimes though, it’s nice to listen to some music, particularly if you have spent £400 on a… Read More

The Nissan Figaro was designed for the Japanese Domestic Market and as such, all the speedometers manufactured for the vehicle displayed KMS only. As the vehicle has a cult following and more and more are exported from Japan around the world, the need for an MPH speedometer becomes a necessity. Read More

The valve is located at the back of the engine on the ECCS as below. What does the Cold Start Valve do? The cold start valve allows more air into the engine when it’s cold to aid first starting which increases the idle speed. The valve closes after… Read More

This is one of the most common problems if your car will not start when left in ‘park’. It is down to a very small plastic collar the size of a pound coin called an ‘Inhibitor Bush’. This wears out over time and then affects the transmission cable. Read More

During the winter many owners put their pride and joy under wraps. And rightly so. Having said that, more and more owners use their Figs all year long and with heaters that blow out toasty warm air after only a few minutes why not? Just be mindful of what the… Read More

Before we start discussing how to store your Figaro, it’s important to clarify what we mean by storing your car. Generally, experts recommend driving a car at least every two to three weeks. This ensures that all the mechanical and electrical components are kept functioning properly. However, if you are… Read More

If your Figaro breaks down and requires recovery, be mindful of the way it is collected. As the car has an automatic gearbox connected to the front wheel, extensive damage can occur if the car is towed.  We recommend using a flatbed breakdown recovery lorry which means the car can… Read More

The chrome strip running all the way around the car can suffer from problems. The main issue is the perishing of the plastic seat between the car and the chrome trim. As the rubber becomes old it tends to lift and separate from both and at worst case hang out… Read More

This clip has been remanufactured by Garage FK10 and is required to fix the stainless steel upper body trim to the car. If the trim is required to be removed these often break so these new clips will be required. Priced individually at £3.98, click on the link below… Read More

Here we look at both the tyres and hub options. The Figaro was supplied as standard with what is known as Polo Hub Caps. These white hub caps clip over the wheel hub with spring clips to complete the look of the Figaro. Tyre Specification According to the Figaro… Read More

Today, Tuesday the 29th of August 2023, the cost of driving a Figaro in London has skyrocketed from zero to £12.50 per day or £4,562 a year- making it too costly for many owners. This has resulted in a noticeable drop in club membership, from 112 a year ago to… Read More

Today 25th November 2022 the following was announced… ULEZ to be expanded London-wide, Sadiq Khan announces From 29 August 2023, drivers of the most polluting cars (Figaro) will have to pay £12.50 a day to enter the Greater London Authority boundary. The expansion of the zone has been strongly… Read More

In the UK (and around the world) there is an initiative from the governments and local councils to improve air quality. There are now a number of schemes operating throughout the UK and the idea of this page is to summarise the current schemes in place and provide links and… Read More

If you look under your bonnet you may see three white stickers. These are important information stickers about the maintenance of the engine, emission figures and recommended fluids that have faded over time. The three stickers are one of 21 labels, stickers and tags supplied when the car was manufactured. Read More