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ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE (2019)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 159 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

89%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1368cc Petrol

Solid Option

89% pass rate, £1737/year to run. 7 points above average.

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Petrol1368cc7 years old159 tests28k 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

89% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 7 points above the national average of 82%.

At 7 years old, 89% of ABARTH 595 ESSEESSEs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 159 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 28,303 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 cars986th of 1,419(top 69%)
Rank among ABARTH models34th of 66(top 52%)
vs national average+7%(82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average-1%(90% avg)
vs ABARTH average+1%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

28,303

Average miles

vs

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2019 ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE has 28,303 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-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?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 89%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202193%31017,112 mi
202091%17919,971 mi
201989%15928,303 mi

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About the 2019 ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE

The 2019 ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE is a small family car with a 1368cc petrol engine. 159 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 28,303 miles at 7 years old, ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2019 ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE 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 595 ESSEESSE?

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 89% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE Reliability Trend

The ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2019 ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE

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.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2019 ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE'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 595 ESSEESSE stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
ABARTH 595 ESSEESSE(2019)89%£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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