2018 Abarth 124 Spider Multiair Auto 1.4L Petrol · DX68 RVR

The 2018 Abarth 124 Spider presents a generally stable mechanical picture, though the most recent MOT on 29 April 2026 at 35,414 miles flagged two tyre-related advisories that suggest basic rubber maintenance has slipped. The nearside rear tyre was worn close to the legal limit and the nearside front sidewall showed cracking or perishing. These are not structural failures, but they indicate the car has been standing or driven gently enough to age the rubber unevenly rather than wear it evenly through use. The overall trend across the record is one of low-severity defects rather than escalating mechanical neglect. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of light, sporadic use. From the first recorded test on 4 January 2022 at 16,500 miles through to 1 May 2024 at 28,831 miles, the car covered roughly 12,331 miles in just over two years, averaging around 6,165 miles annually during that window. Then the pace slowed sharply. Between 1 May 2024 and 29 April 2026, the odometer moved only from 28,831 to 35,414 miles, a gain of 6,583 miles across nearly two years, dropping the annualised rate to roughly 3,291 miles. That deceleration, combined with the perished sidewall noted in April 2026, points to prolonged static periods where the vehicle sat on flat-spotted or degraded tyres rather than being actively exercised. The 2023 test at 25,705 miles is the most mechanically informative entry. Both wiper blades were defective, the nearside rear brake disc was worn, pitted or scored, and the offside rear tyre was worn close to the legal limit. Wiper blades are consumables and unremarkable, but a pitted rear brake disc paired with a worn tyre on the same corner suggests that brake assembly may have been dragging or the caliper was not releasing cleanly, accelerating disc wear. A buyer should inspect the rear brake calipers for free movement, check the disc thickness and condition across both rear wheels, and verify that the handbrake mechanism is not binding. The front tyre sidewall damage flagged in 2026 also warrants a close inspection of the inner and outer sidewalls on all four tyres, along with the wheel rims for kerb damage that could have initiated the cracking. Structurally, the record shows no corrosion, suspension, or emissions advisories across any of the five tests, which is encouraging for a convertible of this age. The low mileage and absence of suspension bush or coil spring defects suggest the car has not been driven hard over rough roads. Still, a prospective buyer should physically check the front subframe, sills, and rear arches for any signs of surface corrosion or previous underseal deterioration, particularly if the car has been stored outdoors or in damp conditions during its quieter periods. The underside and exhaust system deserve a raised inspection given the long gaps between use.