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ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR (2019)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 70 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

83%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1368cc Petrol

Solid Option

83% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1368cc7 years old70 tests19k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1368cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

83% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the ABARTH brand average of 88%.

At 7 years old, 83% of ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIRs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 70 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 19,417 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 cars1336th of 1,419(top 94%)
Rank among ABARTH models51th of 66(top 77%)
vs national average+1%(82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average-7%(90% avg)
vs ABARTH average-5%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

19,417

Average miles

vs

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2019 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR has 19,417 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-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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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2016 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 83%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201983%7019,417 mi
201895%90828,431 mi
201790%58831,842 mi
201696%29629,393 mi

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About the 2019 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR

The 2019 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR is a small family car with a 1368cc petrol engine. 70 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 94% of 2019 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 19,417 miles at 7 years old, 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.

2019 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 2019 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 83% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

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 2019 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR

At 7 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. Note: with only 70 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2019 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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 2019 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR(2019)83%£1137£195Grp 8-20£1737
FORD FIESTA(2018)90%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£337
FORD FOCUS(2017)89%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1732-£5
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£187
VAUXHALL CORSA(2017)82%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732-£5

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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