Abarth 595 MOT Failure Rate & Common Faults
We analysed 16,962 MOT tests on the Abarth 595 carried out in 2023. 19% failed at the first attempt, which is well below the 29% average across all cars in the same data. Put another way, about 8 in 10 595s passed first time.
Results cover cars first registered from 2012 to 2020. Compared with other cars of the same age, 2012 models did best (69% passed, +3.0 points against the average for 11-year-old cars), while 2017 models fared worst (79%, −3.0 points). Tested cars had covered 33,410 miles on average, against 73,145 across all cars.
The most common reason for failure was tyres, found on 5.7% of tests (roughly in line with the 6.3% seen across all cars). The single most frequent fault was "tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm", on 2.2% of tests.
- MOT tests analysed
- 16,962
- First-time pass rate
- 81%
- All cars: 71%
- Versus all cars
- +9.2 points
- Average mileage at test
- 33,410
- All cars: 73,145
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595 MOT pass rate by year
Older cars fail more often, so each year is compared with all cars of the same age. Bars above the dashed line did better than average for their age.
| First registered | Tests | Pass rate | All cars, same age | Difference | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,892 | 89% | 88% | +1.0 points | 16,740 |
| 2019 | 2,459 | 87% | 86% | +0.5 points | 22,036 |
| 2018 | 3,586 | 83% | 84% | −0.8 points | 29,281 |
| 2017 | 3,094 | 79% | 82% | −3.0 points | 36,558 |
| 2016 | 2,983 | 76% | 79% | −2.2 points | 41,340 |
| 2015 | 1,665 | 74% | 75% | −1.3 points | 45,020 |
| 2014 | 554 | 74% | 72% | +2.1 points | 46,865 |
| 2013 | 489 | 71% | 68% | +2.9 points | 55,418 |
| 2012 | 188 | 69% | 66% | +3.0 points | 56,191 |
Why the Abarth 595 fails its MOT
The share of tests with at least one failure in each area, compared with all cars.
| Failure area | 595 | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 5.7% | 6.3% |
| Suspension | 5.5% | 8.9% |
| Lights and electrics | 4.9% | 11.3% |
| Visibility | 3.4% | 4.8% |
| Brakes | 3.3% | 6.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 2.0% | 3.1% |
| Body and structure | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Number plates and VIN | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Seatbelts and airbags | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Steering | 0.1% | 1.8% |
Top 10 specific failure reasons
- 1tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.2%
- 2not working1.6%
- 3does not clear the windscreen effectively1.5%
- 4provides insufficient washer liquid1.4%
- 5less than 1.5 mm thick1.4%
- 6has ply or cords exposed1.4%
- 7has an excessively worn bush1.4%
- 8fractured or broken1.1%
- 9inoperative or indicates a malfunction1.1%
- 10ball joint excessively worn1.0%
Common 595 MOT advisories
Advisories don't cause a fail, but they show what's wearing out. On a used 595, check whether these have been dealt with. Read our guide to MOT advisories.
| Advisory | Area | Share of tests |
|---|---|---|
| tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm | Tyres | 14.7% |
| in such a condition that it is seriously weakened | Brakes | 13.5% |
| less than 1.5 mm thick | Brakes | 6.9% |
| pin or bush excessively worn | Suspension | 5.3% |
| has a serious fluid leak | Suspension | 3.5% |
| has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure | Tyres | 3.4% |
| significantly and obviously worn | Brakes | 2.4% |
| has an excessively worn bush | Suspension | 2.4% |
| tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm | Tyres | 2.4% |
| Nail in tyre | Non-component advisories | 1.6% |
Tips to help your 595 pass
Based on where 595s most often fail. For a full list, use our pre-MOT checklist.
Lights and electrics · 4.9% of 595 tests
Walk round every light
With a helper, check headlights on dipped and main beam, sidelights, brake lights, indicators, the rear fog light and the number plate lamp. Replace blown bulbs in pairs and make sure no lenses are cracked.
Visibility · 3.4% of 595 tests
Clear the view
Replace wiper blades that smear, fill the washer bottle and get chips in the windscreen repaired early, especially in the area directly in front of the driver.
Compare with other models
Is the 595 ULEZ compliant? See the Abarth 595 ULEZ check, or view all Abarth models.
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About this data
Based on 16,962 first MOT tests of the Abarth 595 carried out in 2023.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test data (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). First attempts on cars only; “pass rate” means passing first time. Averages cover all 32,735,164 cars tested (71% passed), and years with under 50 tests are hidden.
Learn more about how our data works.
Frequently asked questions
Answers from 16,962 first MOT tests of the Abarth 595.
What is the Abarth 595 MOT failure rate?
In our data, 19% of 16,962 first MOT attempts on the Abarth 595 ended in a fail, compared with 29% for all cars.
What is the most common reason a Abarth 595 fails its MOT?
The most common failure areas were tyres (5.7% of tests), suspension (5.5% of tests), lights and electrics (4.9% of tests).
Which 595 year has the best MOT pass rate?
Allowing for age, 2012 cars performed best: 69% passed first time, +3.0 points against the average for 11-year-old cars. The weakest was 2017, at 79% (−3.0 points).
How many miles had a typical Abarth 595 covered at its MOT?
The average was 33,410 miles, against 73,145 for all cars tested. 2020 cars averaged 16,740 miles and 2012 cars 56,191.
What is the most common MOT advisory on the Abarth 595?
"tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm" was recorded on 14.7% of tests, in the tyres area. 5.7% of 595s failed in that area too.
How can I check a specific 595's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free MOT check. Across the 16,962 595s in our data, first-time pass rates ranged from 69% to 89% by year, so one car's own record says more than the average.
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