Fiat Barchetta MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Fiat Barchetta. Check any Barchetta by registration number below.

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79.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.0%

vs Fiat Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Fiat Barchetta — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat Barchetta has an average MOT pass rate of 79.0%, which is 6.0 percentage points below the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Barchetta on the road.

The most common reasons a Fiat Barchetta fails its MOT are parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. If you are preparing your Barchetta for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Fiat Barchetta, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Fiat Barchetta performs at MOT across different model years.

2005

Based on 80 vehicles

77.5%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

13.6%

2004

Based on 62 vehicles

80.6%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

14.7%

2003

Based on 39 vehicles

87.2%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.2%

2002

Based on 118 vehicles

93.2%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

Mileage at 10yr

76k mi

2001

Based on 57 vehicles

66.7%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

26.7%

2000

Based on 134 vehicles

59.0%Below Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

5.7%

Retest Rate

62.5%

1999

Based on 188 vehicles

76.6%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

20.5%

1998

Based on 247 vehicles

76.5%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

17.2%

1997

Based on 230 vehicles

72.6%Average

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

18.8%

1996

Based on 774 vehicles

89.7%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

21.2%

1995

Based on 434 vehicles

90.6%Excellent

Fiat average: 85.0%

Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

39.0%

0

Based on 537 vehicles

78.0%Good

Fiat average: 85.0%

Mileage at 5yr

69k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat Barchetta

The most common reasons a Fiat Barchetta fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

5.9%

Fiat Barchetta Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

5.0%

Front Nearside

2.5%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Fiat Barchetta

Fiat Barchetta — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat Barchetta MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Barchetta?

The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat Barchetta is 79.0% compared to the Fiat average of 85.0%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Fiat Barchetta?

The most common MOT failures on the Fiat Barchetta are: Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (5.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Fiat Barchetta reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.0%, the Fiat Barchetta is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Fiat Barchetta?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Fiat Barchetta?

Typical mileage for the Fiat Barchetta: 75,757 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Barchetta to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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