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Fiat Barchetta

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,747 cc

T38 VOUMOT history

T38 VOU is a black petrol Fiat Barchetta first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 84,941 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 May 2027
Mileage
84,941 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
765 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T38 VOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Barchetta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,747 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T38 VOU was last recorded at 84,941 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 2,196 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Apr 2024: 82,594 miles, lower than 820,593 miles on 12 Apr 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
82,745 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,196 miles
Average per year
765 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,941 miles
  • 2025 – 82,745 miles
  • 2024 – 82,594 miles
  • 2023 – 82,277 miles
  • 2022 – 81,669 miles
  • 2021 – 81,172 miles
  • 2020 – 80,466 miles
  • 2017 – 79,797 miles
  • 2016 – 78,081 miles
  • 2015 – 76,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,941 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill to floor area corroded but not considered excessive

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 9 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,941 miles (+2,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,941 miles
    Test number
    651559711635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill to floor area corroded but not considered excessive

  2. Pass82,745 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2026
    Odometer
    82,745 miles
    Test number
    942401085232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail82,744 miles (+150)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,744 miles
    Test number
    413750494629
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass82,594 miles (-737,999)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    82,594 miles
    Test number
    595677174016
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail820,593 miles (+738,316)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    820,593 miles
    Test number
    627073302792
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,277 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    82,277 miles
    Test number
    142205446644
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe broken off

  7. Fail82,277 miles (+608)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,277 miles
    Test number
    480968871650
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe broken off

  8. Pass81,669 miles (+497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,669 miles
    Test number
    137051125577
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,172 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,172 miles
    Test number
    458005630399
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on all rear brake pipes

  10. Fail81,169 miles (+703)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,169 miles
    Test number
    959614622783
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on all rear brake pipes

  11. Pass80,466 miles (+17)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,466 miles
    Test number
    227316716229
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail80,449 miles (+652)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,449 miles
    Test number
    797555693554
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Floor is corroded but double skinned
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Floor is corroded but double skinned
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass79,797 miles (+1,716)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,797 miles
    Test number
    225119372497
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades are slightly poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Wiper blade is split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass78,081 miles (+1,437)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,081 miles
    Test number
    287644246164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension coil springs corroded

  15. Pass76,644 miles (+2)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    76,644 miles
    Test number
    286391165184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust sytem rusty
    • NoteFront discs rusty on inner face

  16. Fail76,642 miles1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,642 miles
    Test number
    206420965107
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust sytem rusty
    • NoteFront discs rusty on inner face

Questions about T38 VOU

Does T38 VOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T38 VOU is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T38 VOU?
The MOT on T38 VOU is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T38 VOU done?
T38 VOU was recorded at 84,941 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 765 miles a year.
Has T38 VOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T38 VOU has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T38 VOU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Apr 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T38 VOU find?
T38 VOU passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front inner sill to floor area corroded but not considered excessive.

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