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W178 GAG

2000 Fiat Barchetta

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

167,577 mi
Last recorded167,577 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Fiat Barchetta78,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW178 GAG
MakeFiat
ModelBarchetta
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 167,577 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2025 167,248 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both off side front nd rear 5% .21% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

gear lever selector worn

Pass 16 Jul 2024 167,145 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 166,129 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 165,865 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2022 165,852 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 165,488 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 157,858 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 151,505 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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W178 GAG is a 2000 Fiat Barchetta in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Fiat Barchetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 78,551 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 W178 GAG, 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 26 years old, this Fiat Barchetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W178 GAG registered?

W178 GAG is a 2000 Fiat Barchetta, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W178 GAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W178 GAG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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