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P245 GPF

1996 Fiat Barchetta

Red Petrol 1747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

199,998 mi
Last recorded199,998 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Fiat Barchetta86,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP245 GPF
MakeFiat
ModelBarchetta
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,747cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 199,998 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2025 199,923 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 199,906 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 199,906 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 199,822 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 199,822 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 199,731 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 199,451 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff both sides (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 198,729 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 198,716 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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P245 GPF is a 1996 Fiat Barchetta in Red with a 1,747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P245 GPF, 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.

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What year was P245 GPF registered?

P245 GPF is a 1996 Fiat Barchetta, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P245 GPF safe to buy?

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