Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2023 Abarth 695?

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 2023 Abarth 695?

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 2023 Abarth 695?

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.

What are common problems with the 2023 Abarth 695?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2023 Abarth 695 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (9.4% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (9.4% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (9.4% 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 2023 Abarth 695?

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 695 (2023)

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2023 Abarth 695

CarHunch is tracking 120 2023 Abarth 695 vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.

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No MOT history yet — it's too new

UK cars don't need their first MOT until they're 3 years old, so there's no test history for the 2023 Abarth 695 yet. We'll have real reliability data as they start coming through for their first tests.

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Got a specific Abarth 695 you're checking out?

The real detail is in the individual vehicle report — MOT history, AI Hunches, mileage timeline, and defect patterns for that specific reg.

I cannot provide a reliability verdict based on MOT data for the 2023 Abarth 695, because this cohort has no recorded tests in the DVLA light-vehicle database—the sample size of 120 vehicles reflects registration data only, not actual test results. The numbers you see (100% pass rate, zero failures) are placeholders and do not represent real MOT outcomes. The Abarth 695 is a niche Italian performance city car with limited UK market penetration, and most examples in this age bracket simply haven't been MOT-tested yet or are too new to have completed a full test cycle. If you're considering this car, focus instead on the brand's track record for build quality, seek a pre-purchase inspection from a specialist, and check the individual vehicle's service history rather than relying on fleet MOT statistics.

MOT statistics not available

We have 120 2023 Abarth 695 vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data yet to show reliable statistics — as a 2023 model, most vehicles won't have reached their first MOT test date.

What tends to go wrong

Across 120 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 9.4%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front 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 9.4%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

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

Lighting 6.2%

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources led · Central Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative · Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 3.1%

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

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

Wipers & washers 3.1%

Windscreen washer not working

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2023.

Before you buy a 2023 Abarth 695

Based on MOT data from 120 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

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