Abarth 595 (2021)
2021 Abarth 595
CarHunch analysed 1,458 real MOT records for the 2021 Abarth 595. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 Abarth 595 is a genuinely reliable small car, passing its MOT on first attempt 91.1% of the time—well ahead of the UK average of 80%. With only 11.2% of vehicles ever recording a dangerous defect, it's a safe choice for buyers concerned about critical faults.
At 18,220 miles median for a three-year-old car, these Abarths are running light, which explains the low failure rate of just 0.27 per vehicle. Before buying, check the service history closely, as advisory issues (averaging 1.7 per car) often relate to wear items that light-mileage cars may have neglected.
What to check before buying a 2021 Abarth 595
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 1,456 | 91.1% | 0.27 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Abarth 595 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2021 Abarth 595 vehicles fall between 12,342 and 25,323 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2021 Abarth 595
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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22.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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22.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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15.3%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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13.7%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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12%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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8.8%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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7.9%
Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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7.3%
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2021. Counts include advisories and failures.
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