ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO (2018)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 824 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
824
Avg Mileage
26,945 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO 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 MULTIAIR AUTOs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 824 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 26,945 miles.
How does the 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO has 26,945 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 AUTO?
The most reliable year is the 2017 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2016 model has the lowest at 91%. The 2018 sits between the two at 95%.
How much does a 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO 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 AUTO by Year
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About the 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO
The 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO is a small family car with a 1368cc petrol engine. 824 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 26,945 miles at 6 years old, ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO 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 AUTO?
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 AUTO Reliability Trend
The ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO
At 6 years old, the ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO 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 2017 model has the highest pass rate at 96%.
Alternatives to the 2018 ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO
The ABARTH 124 SPIDER MULTIAIR AUTO 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