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Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto reliable? We analysed 4,303 real MOT tests across 749 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,303 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.5%
Typical Mileage
20,845mi
Annual Mileage
3,309mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
10yrs

The Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto.

Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.9%
2019
90.3%
2018
90.2%
2017
90.3%
2016

Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26

Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
1,590 mi/yr
Typical
3,309 mi/yr
Average
4,166 mi/yr
Heavy usage
5,708 mi/yr

Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2019 997 91.9% 11,180 17,385 27,140
2018 2,324 90.3% 13,926 21,196 30,098
2017 611 90.2% 12,313 23,595 35,698
2016 277 90.3% 11,935 21,011 33,774

How Long Does a Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto Last?

Based on 749 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.6 years
Median
7.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
10 years

Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
20,845 mi
75th Percentile
30,607 mi
95th Percentile
50,372 mi
Max Recorded
131,804 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2019

91.9% MOT pass rate from 997 tests

Year to avoid
2017

90.2% MOT pass rate from 611 tests

The best year to buy a used Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.9% across 997 tests. The 2017 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto THIS CAR 90.5% 4,303 20,845 mi 10 yrs
Abarth 595 83.6% 133,086 30,667 mi 14 yrs
Abarth 500 76.7% 88,456 47,942 mi 17 yrs
Abarth 595C 85.9% 12,456 23,642 mi 10 yrs
Yamaha XC125 78.9% 7,685 10,981 mi 29 yrs

Compared to the Abarth 595 (83.6% pass rate) and the Abarth 500 (76.7% pass rate), the Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto?

The Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.5% across 4,303 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto owner drives around 3,309 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto reliable?
Based on 4,303 MOT tests, the Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto has a 90.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto do per year?
The typical Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto does around 3,309 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto last?
Most Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto models stay on UK roads for around 10 years based on our analysis of 749 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto is 2019 with a 91.9% pass rate across 997 tests.