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RV55 FVX

2005 Fiat Barchetta

Red Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

73,647 mi
Last recorded73,647 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2012
Typical for 2005 Fiat Barchetta35,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 FVX
MakeFiat
ModelBarchetta
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2012 73,647 miles

Nail in rear tyre

n/s and o/s/f tyres worn on both inner and outer edges

rear tyres feathered on inner edges.

Fail 11 Sep 2012 72,743 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

n/s and o/s/f tyres worn on both inner and outer edges

rear tyres feathered on inner edges.

Pass 16 Sep 2011 63,599 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 55,650 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/f inner brake disc in poor condition

o/s/f inner brake disc in poor condition

Fail 8 Sep 2010 55,650 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/f inner brake disc in poor condition

o/s/f inner brake disc in poor condition

Pass 11 Sep 2009 47,257 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

o/s/f seat belt buckel slightly damaged

Fail 9 Sep 2009 47,255 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

o/s/f seat belt buckel slightly damaged

Pass 29 Aug 2008 36,396 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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RV55 FVX is a 2005 Fiat Barchetta in Red with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Barchetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 35,101 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV55 FVX, 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 21 years old, this Fiat Barchetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV55 FVX?

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What year was RV55 FVX registered?

RV55 FVX is a 2005 Fiat Barchetta, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is RV55 FVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 FVX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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