2019 Abarth 595 1.4L Petrol · MX69 GGA

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-09-24 confirms it remains roadworthy, with no defects recorded at 17,443 miles. This represents a stable maintenance trend over the past two years, as both the 2024 and 2025 tests passed without failings. However, the 2023 test at 11,586 miles introduced a notable anomaly—tyres worn close to the legal limit with inner-edge wear on the rear tyres—indicating either deferred maintenance or inconsistent tyre rotation. The 2022 record is the only exception, with a failure on 2022-09-01 for a non-working near-side speedometer repeater and a split CV joint boot, both of which were rectified before the subsequent pass test on the same day. While the vehicle has since avoided further failings, the 2022 CV joint issue suggests a potential for wear in drivetrain components that should be scrutinised. The recorded mileage of 17,443 miles over seven years—approximately 2,492 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, particularly given the ABarth 595’s performance-oriented nature. The most significant mileage jump occurred between the 2022 pass test (7,533 miles) and the 2023 test (11,586 miles), a 4,053-mile increase in just under a year, which may imply extended periods of inactivity or storage. The subsequent intervals of around 2,000 miles per year (2023–2024 and 2024–2025) suggest the vehicle has been used sparingly since then. Such low mileage can mask wear, but it also raises questions about whether the vehicle has been properly maintained during periods of disuse, particularly regarding fluid levels, battery health, and potential corrosion from prolonged standing. A buyer should prioritise an inspection of the drivetrain, particularly the near-side CV joint and its boot integrity, given the 2022 failure. The inner-edge wear on the rear tyres in 2023 warrants checking for alignment or suspension issues, as uneven tread wear often points to binding calipers, worn suspension bushes, or misaligned wheels. The absence of corrosion advisories in recent tests is reassuring, but a thorough examination of wheel arches, subframe, and underbody should still be conducted, especially if the vehicle has spent time off-road or in damp conditions. Finally, the suspension’s coil springs and shock absorbers should be assessed for leaks or excessive play, as these components are less likely to be logged in MOT records but critical to handling and safety.