2019 Abarth 595 1.4L Petrol · HO08 OON

The most recent MOT test passed on 30 March 2026, yet the overall maintenance trend shows a noticeable increase in mechanical advisories compared to the clean record in 2024. While the vehicle is currently roadworthy, the progression from a single major failure in 2024 to multiple suspension and bearing advisories in 2025 and 2026 suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase of heightened component wear. The maintenance history indicates that while the vehicle is being kept operational, several wear-and-tear items are approaching the end of their functional lifespan and will require attention in the near future to maintain the sharp handling characteristics expected of an Abarth. The recorded mileage of 63,139 miles over approximately seven years represents an average annual usage of roughly 9,020 miles. This is considered typical for a private vehicle in the UK and suggests the car has seen regular, moderate use rather than excessive high-speed motorway mileage or long periods of inactivity. At this mileage level, it is standard to see the degradation of rubber components and mechanical bearings, which aligns with the current MOT findings. The usage profile is consistent with the age of the vehicle, but the buyer should be aware that the cumulative mileage is now at a point where more significant service items and suspension refreshes are expected. During your test drive, you should pay particular attention to the suspension and steering response. The advisories regarding worn wishbone bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower arms are significant; listen for clunking or knocking sounds when navigating uneven road surfaces or speed bumps, and watch for any wandering or imprecise steering feel. Additionally, the offside rear wheel bearing is noted as being slightly noisy. Listen for a persistent humming, droning, or grinding noise that becomes more pronounced as the vehicle's speed increases, as this is a clear symptom of bearing degradation that will eventually require replacement. The braking system also requires careful scrutiny. Given the previous failure for thin pads and the advisory for pitted or scored front discs, inspect the front brake discs for any significant surface unevenness, heavy scoring, or deep corrosion. During braking, feel for any vibration or shudder through the brake pedal or steering wheel, which could indicate warped or unevenly worn discs. Furthermore, investigate the advisory regarding play in the offside front upper strut mounting by listening for knocks coming from the top of the suspension assembly when turning the steering wheel at low speeds. Budgeting for the replacement of these suspension bushes, wheel bearings, and potentially the strut mounts and brake discs should be considered part of the immediate ownership costs.