2018 Abarth 595 1.4L Petrol · WM18 EUW

The 2018 Abarth 595 presents a stable and largely positive maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 9 September 2023 at 50,445 miles with zero defects recorded. That clean result followed a same-day retest for a minor horn fault, which was promptly rectified. The record shows no recurring mechanical failures, no corrosion-related rejections, and no emissions or structural advisories. This pattern suggests a conscientious owner who addressed minor issues promptly rather than neglecting them. The mileage progression tells a clear story of consistent, moderate use. The car covered 22,152 miles by July 2021, then added roughly 4,654 miles over the next five months to reach 26,806 miles by December 2021. From that point, the annual pace settled to approximately 7,650 miles per year through the November 2022 test at 43,795 miles. Critically, the recorded mileage has not moved since the September 2023 test, meaning the car has stood idle for nearly three years. That prolonged static period raises its own concerns, separate from the clean MOT record. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on components that deteriorate through inactivity rather than use. Tyre sidewalls deserve close scrutiny, particularly the nearside and offside fronts, which were flagged in July 2021 for cracking and perishing. Even if tread depth remains adequate, rubber that has sat stationary for extended periods can develop sidewall splits and internal delamination invisible to a casual glance. Brake discs and pads should be examined for surface corrosion and seizure, especially given the July 2021 advisory for corroded inner disc faces. A car sitting for three years is highly susceptible to binding calipers and uneven pad deposits. The exhaust system, battery health, and fluid condition, including brake fluid hygroscopic absorption, all warrant verification after such a long dormancy.