ABARTH 595C (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 687 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests (2024)
687
Avg Mileage
16,430 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2021 ABARTH 595C reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the ABARTH brand average of 88%.
At 3 years old, 93% of ABARTH 595Cs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 687 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 16,430 miles.
How does the 2021 ABARTH 595C compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 ABARTH 595C has 16,430 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2021 ABARTH 595C 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 595C by Year
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About the 2021 ABARTH 595C
The 2021 ABARTH 595C is a small family car with a 1368cc petrol engine. 687 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 16,430 miles at 3 years old, ABARTH 595C owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2021 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 2021 ABARTH 595C?
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 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
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 2021 ABARTH 595C
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.
Alternatives to the 2021 ABARTH 595C
The ABARTH 595C 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 (2019) 91% pass rate (-2%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-1%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-5%) from 68,639 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (same) from 52,321 tests