Abarth 124 Spider Multiair (2018)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 908 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

95%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1368cc Petrol

Great Choice

95% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 13 points above average.

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Petrol1368cc8 years old908 tests28k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1368cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£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. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

95% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Abarth brand average of 88%.

95% of MOT tests on Abarth 124 Spider Multiairs from 2018 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 6 years old. That's based on 908 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 28,431 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2018 models99th of 607(top 17%)

Rank among Abarth models10th of 66(top 16%)

vs average of all models+13%(82% avg)

vs 2018 models average+6%(89% avg)

vs Abarth average+7%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

28,431

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair had 28,431 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2016 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 96%, while the 2017 model has the lowest at 90%. The 2018 scores 95%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

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 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair

The 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair is a small family car. Our records list a 1368cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 908 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 17% of all 2018 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 28,431 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Abarth 124 Spider Multiair owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2018 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 2018 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 95% 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 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair

At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2016 model has the highest pass rate at 96%.

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.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

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 2018 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(2018)	95%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853
Ford Fiesta(2016)	81%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,600-£253
Vauxhall Corsa(2016)	81%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£150
Ford Focus(2016)	87%	£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 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair

Is the 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 95% of MOT tests on 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiairs ended in a pass, from 908 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2018 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 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair?

95% of 908 MOT tests on the 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 99th of 607 models first registered in 2018 (top 17%).

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 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair is 28,431 miles, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.