Abarth Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Abarth model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 69,098 real MOT tests.
Average Abarth MOT pass rate: 88%
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88%
Avg pass rate
12%
Avg fail rate
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Models tested
Abarth Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abarth Grand Punto | 25% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 2 | Abarth 500 | 18% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 3 | Abarth Punto | 17% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 4 | Abarth 595 | 12% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 5 | Abarth 695 70th Anniversary | 11% | Lighting defects |
Most Reliable Abarth Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Abarth models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abarth 595 Monster Yamaha | 97% | |
| 2 | Abarth 124 Spider Scorpione Multiair | 96% | |
| 3 | Abarth F595 | 95% | |
| 4 | Abarth 124 Gt Multiair Auto | 95% | |
| 5 | Abarth 595 Pista 70th Anniversary | 91% |
All Abarth Models by Fail Rate
Every Abarth model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Punto | 2009 | 75% | 25% | |
| 500 | 2011 | 80% | 20% | |
| 500 | 2016 | 80% | 20% | |
| 500 | 2010 | 80% | 19% | |
| 500 | 2009 | 80% | 19% | |
| 595 | 2013 | 79% | 19% | |
| Punto | 2014 | 81% | 19% | |
| 500 | 2012 | 81% | 18% | |
| Punto | 2011 | 81% | 18% | |
| Punto | 2012 | 82% | 18% | |
| Punto | 2009 | 81% | 18% | |
| 500 | 2014 | 83% | 17% | |
| 595 | 2012 | 82% | 17% | |
| 124 Spider Multiair | 2019 | 83% | 17% | |
| 595 | 2015 | 83% | 16% | |
| Punto | 2010 | 84% | 16% | |
| 595 | 2016 | 85% | 15% | |
| 500 | 2015 | 85% | 15% | |
| 500 | 2013 | 84% | 15% | |
| 595 | 2014 | 84% | 15% | |
| 595c | 2017 | 86% | 14% | |
| 595 | 2017 | 87% | 13% | |
| 595c | 2016 | 86% | 13% | |
| 595 | 2018 | 87% | 12% | |
| 595 Esseesse | 2019 | 89% | 11% | |
| 695 70th Anniversary | 2020 | 89% | 11% | |
| Punto | 2013 | 89% | 10% | |
| 595 | 2019 | 91% | 9% | |
| 595c | 2018 | 91% | 9% | |
| 595c | 2019 | 91% | 9% | |
| 695 | 2018 | 89% | 9% | |
| 124 Spider Multiair | 2017 | 90% | 9% | |
| 124 Spider Multiair Auto | 2019 | 91% | 9% | |
| 695 | 2017 | 91% | 9% | |
| 595 Scorpioneoro | 2021 | 91% | 9% | |
| 695 | 2016 | 89% | 9% | |
| 124 Spider Multiair Auto | 2016 | 91% | 9% | |
| 595c Pista 70th Anniversary | 2020 | 91% | 9% | |
| 595 | 2021 | 92% | 8% | |
| 595 Esseesse | 2020 | 91% | 8% | |
| 595 | 2020 | 93% | 7% | |
| 595c | 2021 | 93% | 7% | |
| 595c | 2020 | 93% | 7% | |
| 595 Pista 70th Anniversary | 2020 | 93% | 7% | |
| 695 | 2019 | 93% | 7% | |
| 595 Esseesse | 2021 | 93% | 6% | |
| 124 Spider Multiair | 2018 | 95% | 5% | |
| 124 Spider Multiair Auto | 2018 | 95% | 5% | |
| F595 | 2021 | 95% | 5% | |
| 595 Pista 70th Anniversary | 2019 | 88% | 5% |
Showing top 50 of 59 model/year combinations. View all Abarth models
Abarth MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Abarth cars?
The most common MOT problems on Abarth cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Abarth diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Grand Punto has the highest average fail rate at 25%.
Which Abarth model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Abarth model in our data is the 595 Monster Yamaha with an average MOT pass rate of 97%. View all Abarth models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Abarth?
The average MOT pass rate for Abarth is 88%, based on 69,098 MOT tests across 17 models. This means about 12% of Abarth cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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