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FY54 RKV

2004 Fiat Barchetta

Red Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,682 mi
Last recorded27,682 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Fiat Barchetta35,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 RKV
MakeFiat
ModelBarchetta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 27,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 26,653 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 26,105 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 24,981 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 24,979 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 24,546 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)

exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2016 23,720 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 19,749 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 18,528 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 16,557 miles

Airbag Malfunction Warning Lamp On

Pass 30 Aug 2011 12,680 miles

Front brake discs corroding on inner surfaces.

Oil misting around steering rack gaitors.

Pass 14 Oct 2008 11,766 miles

slight corrosion on inside edges of all brake disks.

Pass 2 Oct 2007 9,980 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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FY54 RKV is a 2004 Fiat Barchetta in Red with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Barchetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 35,712 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 FY54 RKV, 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 22 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 FY54 RKV?

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What year was FY54 RKV registered?

FY54 RKV is a 2004 Fiat Barchetta, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is FY54 RKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY54 RKV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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