2000 Fiat Barchetta — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 312 MOT tests analysed for the 2000 Fiat Barchetta, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and brakes. Its pass rate of 77.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (75.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 41.3% in the 120-150k group versus 17.4% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 11.2% | 35 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.3% | 29 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.0% | 25 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 5.8% | 18 |
| 5 | Suspension | 4.8% | 15 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.9% | 12 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 16 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 16 |
| 3 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 16 |
| 4 | Joints | 14 |
| 5 | Prescribed areas | 14 |
| 6 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 11 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 26.6% | 83 |
| 2 | Suspension | 21.5% | 67 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.5% | 42 |
| 4 | Tyres | 9.3% | 29 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 7.4% | 23 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 5.5% | 17 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 92 | 17.4% |
| 60-90k | 72 | 15.3% |
| 90-120k | 63 | 20.6% |
| 120-150k | 46 | 41.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 73 | 19.2% |
| 2022 | 67 | 23.9% |
| 2023 | 53 | 17.0% |
| 2024 | 70 | 31.4% |
| 2025 | 49 | 16.3% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Barchetta
Before buying a 2000 Fiat Barchetta, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 11.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (11.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (9.3% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
- Brakes (8.0% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2000 Fiat Barchettas pass their MOT?
77.9% of the 312 2000 Fiat Barchetta MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Fiat Barchetta?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 11.2% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (9.3%).
Does the 2000 Barchetta get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.4% in the 30-60k band to 41.3% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 312 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.