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ABARTH 595C (2017)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 864 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

86%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1368cc Petrol

Solid Option

86% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1368cc9 years old864 tests35k 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

86% 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%.

At 9 years old, 86% of ABARTH 595Cs from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 864 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 34,760 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2017 cars399th of 579(top 69%)
Rank among ABARTH models42th of 66(top 64%)
vs national average+4%(82% avg)
vs 2017 cars average-1%(87% avg)
vs ABARTH average-2%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

34,760

Average miles

vs

66,600

Expected for age

The average 2017 ABARTH 595C has 34,760 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-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 2016 model has the lowest at 86%. The 2017 sits between the two at 86%.

ABARTH 595C by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202193%68716,430 mi
202093%60119,943 mi
201991%97724,276 mi
201891%1,08531,318 mi
201786%86434,760 mi
201686%65139,095 mi

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About the 2017 ABARTH 595C

The 2017 ABARTH 595C is a small family car with a 1368cc petrol engine. 864 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2017, the average MOT pass rate is 87%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 34,760 miles at 9 years old, ABARTH 595C owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2017 ABARTH 595C 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 2017 ABARTH 595C?

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 86% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

ABARTH 595C Reliability Trend

Newer ABARTH 595Cs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2017 ABARTH 595C

At 9 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 93%.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2017 ABARTH 595C'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 2017 ABARTH 595C stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
ABARTH 595C(2017)86%£1137£195Grp 8-20£1737
FORD FIESTA(2015)81%£955£30Grp 1-8£1390-£347
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£15
FORD FOCUS(2015)85%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1677-£60
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£187

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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