2019 Abarth 595C 1.4L Petrol · YN69 GHA

Brake wear dominates this Abarth's MOT record, with worn discs and thinning pads appearing as advisories on every test from 2022 onwards, culminating in a failure on 22 September 2023 before a pass was recorded three days later on 25 September 2023. The 2023 failure was rectified quickly, but the same theme has persisted: all four brake discs were flagged as worn at both 2023 tests, the nearside rear pads were noted as wearing thin in both 2023 and again at the most recent test on 23 September 2025, and the rear discs remain flagged as worn. That latest test was a pass, but it carried four advisories including a low engine oil level, which is worth noting on a performance-oriented turbocharged engine. Tyres have also been a recurring point, with edge wear flagged on the nearside rear in 2022, the offside front and nearside rear in 2024, and the nearside front in 2025. The overall trend is one of consistent passes but with a steady accumulation of wear-related advisories rather than any structural or corrosion concerns. At 43,832 miles over roughly seven years, the car has averaged around 6,262 miles annually, which is typical for its age and consistent with regular use rather than prolonged storage. Tests have occurred at near-annual September intervals with no significant gaps, and the close spacing of the 2023 failure and retest suggests the braking defect was addressed promptly at that point. This moderate, steady usage pattern means wear on consumables such as brakes and tyres is entirely expected, and nothing in the mileage profile suggests the kind of extended standing that creates its own problems. For a prospective buyer, the braking system warrants the closest attention. Given that all four discs have been flagged as worn since 2023 and the nearside rear pads were noted as thin again in 2025, a brake overhaul is likely imminent if not already carried out. On a test drive, listen for grinding or scraping under braking, feel for judder or pulsing through the pedal and steering wheel indicating warped or lipped discs, and check that the car stops straight without pulling to one side. Inspect the discs visually for pronounced lips at the outer edge, which would confirm the advisories remain unresolved. The repeated edge wear on tyres across multiple corners and years is worth probing, as it can indicate alignment or geometry issues rather than simple wear, so check the current tyres for uneven shoulder wear and verify the car tracks straight on a level road without steering pull. Finally, the low engine oil advisory from September 2025 should prompt a check of the dipstick and a look beneath the car for any seepage, and the seller should be asked whether oil consumption between services has been monitored. None of these points are unusual for a hot hatch of this age and mileage, but they represent near-term expenditure that should be factored into any offer.