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Abarth 500e Common Problems, Faults & Repair Costs (2026)

Based on official DVSA MOT test data. View the most common MOT failure categories, pass rates, and estimated repair costs for the Abarth 500e (2023–present).

MOT Pass Rate

88.5%6.5% above national avg (82%)

Reliability rating: Excellent — based on approx. 1,500 tests

Dangerous Defects

0.90%

Low risk

Retest Rate

7.8%

of failed tests need a retest

Top MOT Failure Categories

1

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment

Est. repair: £40–£200

10.8%
2

Suspension

Est. repair: £120–£450

8.5%
3

Brakes

Est. repair: £100–£350

7.8%
4

Tyres

Est. repair: £50–£120 per tyre

8.8%
5

Exhaust, fuel and emissions

Est. repair: £40–£200

2.0%

Where Faults Occur

26.0%

Front

24.0%

Rear

18.0%

Offside

Mileage Benchmarks

At 3 years

N/A

At 5 years

N/A

At 10 years

N/A

Significantly higher or lower mileage than these benchmarks may indicate unusual usage patterns. Check the full MOT history for mileage consistency.

Is a Abarth 500e a Good Buy?

The Abarth 500e demonstrates above-average reliability based on MOT test data, with a 88.5% pass rate. This places it 6.5% above the national average, suggesting lower ongoing maintenance costs compared to many competitors.

While no car is without faults, lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues are the most common concern, affecting approximately 10.8% of failed tests. These tend to be relatively affordable to fix at £30–£150.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common MOT faults on a Abarth 500e?
The top MOT failure on the Abarth 500e is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, accounting for approximately 10.8% of all failures. Other common issues include suspension and brakes.
What is the Abarth 500e MOT pass rate?
The Abarth 500e has an estimated MOT pass rate of 88.5%, which is 6.5% above the national average of 82%. This rates the Abarth 500e as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
Is the Abarth 500e reliable?
Based on DVSA MOT data, the Abarth 500e has a excellent reliability record with a 88.5% pass rate. It has a dangerous defect rate of 0.90% and a retest rate of 7.8%.
How much does it cost to fix common Abarth 500e MOT failures?
Typical repair costs for Abarth 500e MOT failures range from £30–£200 for lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues to £120–£450 for suspension problems. Prices are estimates based on typical UK independent garage rates.
What mileage should a Abarth 500e have?
Based on MOT test data, the average Abarth 500e covers approximately N/A by 3 years, N/A by 5 years, and N/A by 10 years. Significantly higher or lower mileage may warrant closer inspection.
Should I buy a used Abarth 500e?
The Abarth 500e is generally a solid choice based on MOT data. Check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before purchasing, paying particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues and mileage consistency.
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