Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Abarth 595?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Abarth 595?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Abarth 595?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Abarth 595 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 963 vehicles, the 2022 Abarth 595 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2022 Abarth 595?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2022 Abarth 595 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (16.4% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (15.9% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (12.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Abarth 595?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Abarth 595 (2022)

963 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.6% first-time pass rate

2022 Abarth 595

CarHunch analysed 963 real MOT records for the 2022 Abarth 595. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Abarth 595 is a notably reliable performer, with a 94.3% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are uncommon at just 3.7% of the fleet. This is a genuinely impressive result for a sporty hatchback, suggesting the model has been built and maintained to a good standard.

These cars are running low mileage for their age (median 15,332 miles), which explains why failures average only 0.09 per vehicle; most issues are minor advisories at 0.8 per car, typically wear items rather than structural problems. If you're considering one, focus your inspection on service history and whether it's been properly maintained, as that's where these cars have consistently delivered.

The 2022 Abarth 595 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95.6% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

95.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.09

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

15k

Middle half: 10k–22k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95.6% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 963 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 963 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 16.4%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 12.3%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 3.3%

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2022.

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Based on MOT data from 963 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 19,905 Abarth 595 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 36.6%

7,287

Red 16.7%

3,330

Black 13.5%

2,691

White 13.1%

2,608

Blue 11.4%

2,277

Yellow 6.2%

1,238

Green 2%

407

Orange 0.2%

Beige 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Abarth 595 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

15,332

typical

10,233

low mileage

21,893

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Abarth 595 vehicles fall between 10,233 and 21,893 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 10,233 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 10,233–21,893 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Abarth 595s sit.

⚠ Over 29,555 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.09

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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