ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR (2018)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 908 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
908
Avg Mileage
28,431 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the ABARTH brand average of 88%.
At 6 years old, 95% of ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIRs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 908 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 28,431 miles.
How does the 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR has 28,431 miles on the clock, 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.
Best year to buy a ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR?
The most reliable year is the 2016 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 83%. The 2018 sits between the two at 95%.
How much does a 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR by Year
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About the 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR
The 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR is a small family car with a 1368cc petrol engine. 908 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 17% of all 2018 cars for reliability.
With an average of 28,431 miles at 6 years old, 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 £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (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 £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 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 6 years old, the ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2016 model has the highest pass rate at 96%.
Alternatives to the 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR
The ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2016) 81% pass rate (-14%) from 205,128 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2016) 81% pass rate (-14%) from 133,045 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2016) 87% pass rate (-8%) from 109,880 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-9%) from 100,176 tests