Abarth 124 Spider Multiair (2016)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 296 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

96%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1368cc Petrol

Great Choice

96% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 14 points above average.

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Petrol1368cc10 years old296 tests29k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1368cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

96% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Abarth brand average of 88%.

96% of MOT tests on Abarth 124 Spider Multiairs from 2016 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 8 years old. That's based on 296 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 29,393 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2016 models55th of 539(top 11%)

Rank among Abarth models4th of 66(top 7%)

vs average of all models+14%(82% avg)

vs 2016 models average+11%(85% avg)

vs Abarth average+8%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

29,393

Average miles

59,200

Expected for age

The average 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair had 29,393 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is significantly below the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

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Abarth 124 Spider Multiair by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2019	83%	70	19,417 mi
2018	95%	908	28,431 mi
2017	90%	588	31,842 mi
2016	96%	296	29,393 mi

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About the 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair

The 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair is a small family car. Our records list a 1368cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 296 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 11% of all 2016 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 29,393 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Abarth 124 Spider Multiair owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Fuel Costs

The 1368cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Reliability Trend

Older Abarth 124 Spider Multiairs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 4 percentage points across model years.

Buying a Used 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair

At 10 years old, the Abarth 124 Spider Multiair is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Abarth 124 Spider Multiair(2016)	96%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853
Ford Fiesta(2015)	81%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,600-£253
Vauxhall Corsa(2015)	78%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153+£300
Ford Focus(2014)	80%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,078+£225
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£73

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair

Is the 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 96% of MOT tests on 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiairs ended in a pass, from 296 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 14 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair?

96% of 296 MOT tests on the 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 55th of 539 models first registered in 2016 (top 11%).

Which year Abarth 124 Spider Multiair has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair has the highest MOT pass rate at 96% and the 2017 the lowest at 90%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2016 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair is 29,393 miles, which is significantly below the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.