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J8 RSK

1996 Fiat Barchetta

Red Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,702 mi
Last recorded54,702 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Fiat Barchetta86,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 RSK
MakeFiat
ModelBarchetta
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 54,702 miles

Coil spring corroded All four. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 54,159 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rearbox (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 52,845 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 52,245 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 51,962 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 51,306 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 50,310 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 49,005 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 48,325 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 47,690 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 46,085 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 43,597 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyres perishing at sidewalls

Pass 6 Dec 2013 42,433 miles

nearside front tyre slightly perished

Pass 20 Nov 2012 41,224 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 39,837 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 39,452 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight corrosion around n/s/r wheel arch

small crack in front number plate

Pass 18 Aug 2009 38,729 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 38,252 miles

chip on n/s windscreen

Pass 25 Jun 2007 37,106 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 35,763 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 33,788 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Barchetta?

Based on 21,950 MOT tests across 1,985 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
1,804
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,985
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,301
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 588
parking brake recording little or no effort 509
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 482
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 438
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J8 RSK is a 1996 Fiat Barchetta in Red with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Fiat Barchetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 86,952 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Barchetta fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,301 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J8 RSK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Barchetta typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Fiat Barchetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J8 RSK registered?

J8 RSK is a 1996 Fiat Barchetta, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is J8 RSK safe to buy?

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