2018 Abarth 595C 1.4L Petrol · LR18 OKU

The vehicle shows a worsening trend in consumable maintenance despite passing its most recent test on 19 March 2026 at 31,954 miles. While the car is currently roadworthy, the tester flagged a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and rear brake pads wearing thin. These advisories follow a pattern of neglected wear items, suggesting that while the vehicle is being operated, basic preventative maintenance on tyres and brakes is being deferred until the MOT inspection. The mileage history indicates the car has covered 31,954 miles over approximately eight years, averaging roughly 4,000 miles per year. This represents low annual usage, which often correlates with vehicles that spend significant time stationary. The data shows a consistent annual testing pattern, with the mileage increasing from 19,317 in March 2023 to 31,954 in March 2026. The lack of high-mileage wear on major drivetrain components is expected given this usage profile, but the low mileage may contribute to the observed issues with brake component condition. A prospective buyer should focus on the braking system and suspension components. The March 2024 test at 24,304 miles revealed significant issues, including pitted offside front brake discs, imbalanced front brakes, and worn Macpherson strut pins or bushes on both the nearside front and offside front. Although these were cleared for the 2025 pass, the recurrence of thinning brake pads and tyre wear in the 2026 test suggests the braking system and wheel alignment require close scrutiny. Inspect the suspension geometry and tyre wear patterns carefully during a physical inspection. The repeated mentions of tyres being worn on the edges, specifically noted in both the 2024 failure and the 2026 advisory, point toward potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Given the history of Macpherson strut component advisories, a thorough check of the front suspension assembly is necessary to ensure no excessive movement has developed since the last recorded inspection.