FIAT BARCHETTA (1995)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 57 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
57
Avg Mileage
88,062 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 1995 FIAT BARCHETTA reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the FIAT brand average of 83%.
At 29 years old, 68% of FIAT BARCHETTAs from 1995 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 57 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 88,062 miles.
How does the 1995 FIAT BARCHETTA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1995 FIAT BARCHETTA has 88,062 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 214,600 miles for a 29-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
Best year to buy a FIAT BARCHETTA?
The most reliable year is the 2005 model with a 84% MOT pass rate, while the 1995 model has the lowest at 68%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.
How much does a 1995 FIAT BARCHETTA cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
FIAT BARCHETTA by Year
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About the 1995 FIAT BARCHETTA
The 1995 FIAT BARCHETTA is a family car with a 1747cc petrol engine. 57 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 84% of 1995 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 88,062 miles at 29 years old, FIAT BARCHETTA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
1995 FIAT BARCHETTA Fuel Costs
The 1747cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1995 FIAT BARCHETTA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
FIAT BARCHETTA Reliability Trend
Newer FIAT BARCHETTAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.
Buying a Used 1995 FIAT BARCHETTA
At 29 years old, the FIAT BARCHETTA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 57 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1995 FIAT BARCHETTA
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MAZDA MX-5 (1997) 76% pass rate (+8%) from 5,880 tests
- BMW Z3 (1997) 75% pass rate (+7%) from 5,268 tests
- PEUGEOT BOXER (1997) 70% pass rate (+2%) from 3,320 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (1996) 82% pass rate (+14%) from 3,215 tests