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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Abarth 595. Check any 595 by registration number below.

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85.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.9%

vs Abarth Avg

12

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Abarth 595 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Abarth 595 has an average MOT pass rate of 85.1%, which is 1.9 percentage points below the Abarth brand average of 87.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 595 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Abarth 595 fails its MOT are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened. If you are preparing your 595 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Abarth 595, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Abarth 595 performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 84 vehicles

96.4%Excellent
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.0%

Mileage at 3yr

24k mi

2021

Based on 3,608 vehicles

91.7%Excellent
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

9.0%

Mileage at 3yr

28k mi

2020

Based on 4,964 vehicles

91.8%Excellent
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

9.1%

Mileage at 3yr

27k mi

Mileage at 5yr

38k mi

2019

Based on 7,205 vehicles

89.9%Excellent
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

12.3%

Mileage at 3yr

31k mi

Mileage at 5yr

45k mi

2018

Based on 10,996 vehicles

86.0%Excellent
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

15.8%

Mileage at 5yr

48k mi

2017

Based on 9,546 vehicles

84.1%Good
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

17.1%

Mileage at 5yr

55k mi

2016

Based on 8,595 vehicles

81.8%Good
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

19.8%

2015

Based on 4,835 vehicles

79.1%Good
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

24.1%

Mileage at 10yr

84k mi

2014

Based on 1,615 vehicles

81.5%Good
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

15.4%

Mileage at 10yr

83k mi

2013

Based on 1,434 vehicles

74.5%Average
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

31.2%

Mileage at 10yr

87k mi

2012

Based on 529 vehicles

78.4%Good
Abarth average: 87.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

18.4%

Mileage at 10yr

99k mi

0

Based on 18,903 vehicles

85.5%Excellent
Abarth average: 87.0%
Mileage at 5yr

35k mi

Top MOT Failures — Abarth 595

The most common reasons a Abarth 595 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.3%
2

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.0%
3

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

1.8%
4

A shock absorber bush excessively worn

1.8%
5

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.6%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

2.4%

Nearside

1.2%

Front Offside

1.2%

Abarth 595 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Abarth 595 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Abarth 595?
The average MOT pass rate for the Abarth 595 is 85.1% compared to the Abarth average of 87.0%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Abarth 595?
The most common MOT failures on the Abarth 595 are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.3%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.0%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (1.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Abarth 595 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 85.1%, the Abarth 595 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Abarth 595?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Abarth 595?
Typical mileage for the Abarth 595: 24,469 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 595 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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