Neco Abruzzi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Neco Abruzzi reliable? We analysed 853 real MOT tests across 228 vehicles to find out.
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The Neco Abruzzi is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Neco Abruzzi.
Neco Abruzzi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Neco Abruzzi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Neco Abruzzi MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Neco Abruzzi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Neco Abruzzi Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Neco Abruzzi models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Neco Abruzzi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Neco Abruzzi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Neco Abruzzi MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Neco Abruzzi year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 158 | 74.7% | 1,353 | 2,068 | 3,549 |
| 2016 | 190 | 76.3% | 558 | 1,158 | 3,239 |
| 2015 | 127 | 74.0% | 744 | 1,203 | 2,434 |
| 2014 | 218 | 71.6% | 1,128 | 1,736 | 3,129 |
How Long Does a Neco Abruzzi Last?
Based on 228 Neco Abruzzi vehicles on UK roads.
Neco Abruzzi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Neco Abruzzi 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 Neco Abruzzi
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.3% MOT pass rate from 190 tests
71.6% MOT pass rate from 218 tests
The best year to buy a used Neco Abruzzi is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.3% across 190 tests. The 2014 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Neco Abruzzi Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neco Abruzzi THIS CAR | 75.6% | 853 | 1,483 mi | 12 yrs |
| Neco Alex One | 76.1% | 761 | 6,622 mi | — yrs |
| Neco Abruzzi 125 | 77.6% | 501 | 2,412 mi | 15 yrs |
| Neco Gpx 50 | 78.8% | 433 | 6,271 mi | — yrs |
| Keeway Rks 125 Std | 73% | 1,314 | 6,358 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Neco Alex One (76.1% pass rate) and the Neco Abruzzi 125 (77.6% pass rate), the Neco Abruzzi trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Neco Abruzzi has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.6% across 853 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Neco Abruzzi with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Neco Abruzzi owner drives around 141 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 Neco Abruzzi models stay on UK roads for around 12 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.