2018 Abarth 595C · 1,674 MOT tests
2018 Abarth 595C reliability
2018 Abarth 595Cs fail 15.1% of first MOT tests, 19% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 4 595C years (1,674 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Abarth 595Cs: 15.1%)
- 15.1%
- first-time fail rate (all Abarth 595Cs: 15.1%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 19% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 5
- 25,306
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 5
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,674
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2018 against the years either side
- 2017 cars: 24% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2018 car does better)
- 2019 cars: 10% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2018 car does worse)
- Weak spot: suspension, 3.2% of tests fail here (130% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Plates: a 2018 car carries a 67 plate (January–February 2018), or a 18 plate (March–August 2018), or a 68 plate (September–December 2018).
Common problems
What fails on a 2018 Abarth 595C
Fail rate by area
- Tyres5.7%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors3.4%
- Suspension3.2%
- Lights and electrics3%
- Brakes2.3%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks1%
- Number plates and VIN0.6%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 2.15%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 1.43%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Tyre ply or cords exposed 1.08%
Exposed ply or cords can let the tyre fail suddenly, so the tyre must be replaced before the car is driven.
Tyre cut reaching ply or cords 1.02%
A cut reaching the ply or cords weakens the tyre and can cause a burst, so it must be replaced.
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 0.72%
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 0.72%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (11.89%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (8.6%) · Brake pads wearing thin (5.68%) · Shock absorber light oil misting (2.45%) · Brake discs showing some wear (2.33%) · Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear (1.55%)
Other years
Every Abarth 595C year
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2018 Abarth 595C reliable?
2018 Abarth 595Cs fail 15.1% of first MOT tests, 19% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 4 595C years (1,674 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2018 Abarth 595C MOT?
Most often tyre tread below 1.6mm (2.15% of tests), wiper blade not clearing windscreen (1.43% of tests), tyre ply or cords exposed (1.08% of tests).
How many miles should a 2018 Abarth 595C have done?
At its MOT aged about 5, a typical 2018 Abarth 595C shows 25,306 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2018 car?
A car first registered in 2018 carries a 67 plate (January–February 2018), or a 18 plate (March–August 2018), or a 68 plate (September–December 2018).
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