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ABARTH 500 (2011)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 2,034 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

80%

Total Tests (2024)

2,034

Avg Mileage

73,705 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,572

Is the 2011 ABARTH 500 reliable?

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 13 years old, 80% of ABARTH 500s from 2011 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 2,034 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 73,705 miles.

How does the 2011 ABARTH 500 compare?

Rank among all 2011 cars321th out of 615(top 52%)
Rank among all ABARTH models60th out of 66(top 91%)
vs national average-2% (82% avg)
vs 2011 cars average+3% (77% avg)
vs ABARTH average-8% (88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2011 ABARTH 500 has 73,705 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a ABARTH 500?

The most reliable year is the 2015 model with a 85% MOT pass rate, while the 2016 model has the lowest at 80%. The 2011 sits between the two at 80%.

How much does a 2011 ABARTH 500 cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1368cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,572
Per month£131/mo

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

ABARTH 500 by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201680%12642,854 mi
201585%1,58954,567 mi
201483%1,73659,693 mi
201384%1,24068,260 mi
201281%1,95171,565 mi
201180%2,03473,705 mi
201080%2,45577,827 mi
200980%1,90782,779 mi

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About the 2011 ABARTH 500

The 2011 ABARTH 500 is a small family car with a 1368cc petrol engine. 2,034 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2011, the average MOT pass rate is 77%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 73,705 miles at 13 years old, ABARTH 500 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2011 ABARTH 500 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 2011 ABARTH 500?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,572 (£131/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 80% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

ABARTH 500 Reliability Trend

The ABARTH 500 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2011 ABARTH 500

At 13 years old, the ABARTH 500 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2015 model has the highest pass rate at 85%.

Alternatives to the 2011 ABARTH 500

The ABARTH 500 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: