Abarth 595 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Abarth 595 reliable? We analysed 133,086 real MOT tests across 20,671 vehicles to find out.
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The Abarth 595 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Abarth 595.
Abarth 595 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Abarth 595. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Abarth 595 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Abarth 595 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Abarth 595 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Abarth 595 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Abarth 595 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Abarth 595 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Abarth 595 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Abarth 595 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 53 | 94.3% | 8,186 | 12,811 | 21,695 |
| 2022 | 1,541 | 91.2% | 11,301 | 17,336 | 25,391 |
| 2021 | 3,985 | 88.4% | 12,972 | 19,368 | 27,730 |
| 2020 | 5,738 | 88.3% | 14,097 | 20,908 | 29,876 |
| 2019 | 11,812 | 86.9% | 15,411 | 23,531 | 34,058 |
| 2018 | 22,845 | 85.3% | 18,516 | 27,826 | 40,012 |
| 2017 | 24,891 | 84.2% | 21,360 | 32,184 | 45,876 |
| 2016 | 27,347 | 82.2% | 22,745 | 34,545 | 49,386 |
| 2015 | 17,244 | 80.7% | 23,083 | 35,640 | 50,565 |
| 2014 | 6,510 | 80.7% | 22,340 | 35,644 | 52,562 |
| 2013 | 6,708 | 78.8% | 25,277 | 39,440 | 57,440 |
| 2012 | 2,517 | 78.1% | 26,220 | 42,297 | 59,721 |
| 2011 | 78 | 80.8% | 16,018 | 32,810 | 45,907 |
How Long Does a Abarth 595 Last?
Based on 20,671 Abarth 595 vehicles on UK roads.
Abarth 595 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Abarth 595 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Abarth 595
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.3% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
78.1% MOT pass rate from 2,517 tests
The best year to buy a used Abarth 595 is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.3% across 53 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Abarth 595 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abarth 595 THIS CAR | 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 |
| Abarth Punto | 75.6% | 8,805 | 57,062 mi | 18 yrs |
| Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet | 72% | 41,914 | 48,062 mi | 26 yrs |
Compared to the Abarth 500 (76.7% pass rate) and the Abarth 595C (85.9% pass rate), the Abarth 595 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Abarth 595 has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.6% across 133,086 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 595 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 595 owner drives around 4,614 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 595 models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching 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.