2017 Abarth 595 (first used 2017) MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 77.8% of Abarth 595s first used in 2017 passed their MOT first time, against 78.2% for all cars first used in 2017. Across 10,318 595 first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were suspension, tyres and lamps and electrical equipment.
This page analyses first MOT tests for Abarth 595s first used in 2017 (all trims grouped): 2021 to 2025 for the pass-rate trend, and 2023 to 2025 for the failure and advisory analysis — plus what is worth checking before you buy one.
Data: DVSA anonymised MOT tests to December 2025 · Calculated by SortedCars · Updated October 2026
How the 2017 Abarth 595 MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, 595s first used in 2017 against all cars first used in 2017 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the 595 figure was in line with the all-cars figure.
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| Test year | 2017 595 | All cars first used 2017 | 595 first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 83.8% | 85.9% | 3,573 |
| 2022 | 81.7% | 83.9% | 3,516 |
| 2023 | 79.0% | 81.7% | 3,465 |
| 2024 | 78.4% | 79.8% | 3,451 |
| 2025 | 77.8% | 78.2% | 3,402 |
Common 2017 Abarth 595 MOT failures
Share of the 2,224 failed first tests (2023–2025) with at least one failure in each area. A test can fail in more than one area, so the shares add up to more than 100%.
Most common failure items
| DVSA failure item | Share of failed first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush | 11.0% | 244 |
| Tread depth: below requirements of 1.6mm | 10.5% | 234 |
| Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid | 7.1% | 158 |
| Tyre condition: has ply or cords exposed | 7.1% | 157 |
| Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively | 6.8% | 152 |
Item names are DVSA’s own wording. 2023–2025 combined.
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Typical repair costs for common MOT failures
Typical UK garage prices for the job, not for a 595 in particular, and not a quote.
| Failure item | Typical job | Typical UK price | Usual range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush | Shock absorber replacement | £300 | £200–£500 |
From published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026. Only jobs with a published typical price are shown.
What to check on a 2017 Abarth 595 before buying
The three areas where failed first tests most often had a fault, 2023–2025.
- Suspension. Worth looking behind the front wheels with a torch at the coil springs, and listening for knocks over bumps on the test drive.
- Tyres. Worth checking the tread depth across the whole width of each tyre, and the sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
- Lamps and electrics. Ask someone to watch while you work the brake lights, indicators, sidelights, dipped and main beam, and the number-plate lamps.
Common 2017 Abarth 595 MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2017 595s, as a share of all 10,318 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 15.8% | 1,629 |
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 15.6% | 1,607 |
| Brake pads: wearing thin | 6.6% | 679 |
| Shock absorbers: has light misting of oil | 5.7% | 590 |
| Suspension arm pins and bushes: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement | 5.4% | 560 |
Questions about the 2017 Abarth 595 MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2017 Abarth 595?
In 2025, 77.8% of 595s first used in 2017 passed their MOT first time, against 78.2% for all cars first used in 2017. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2017 595 most often fail its MOT on?
Suspension (in 35.8% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), tyres (27.5%) and lamps and electrical equipment (20.3%). The single most common item was “Shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush” (11.0%).
How often does a 2017 Abarth 595 fail its MOT?
In 2025, 22.2% of first tests on 595s first used in 2017 did not pass first time: 19.0% failed, and a further 3.1% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 2,224 of 10,318 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2017 Abarth 595 MOT advisories?
“Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened” (on 15.8% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge” (15.6%), “Brake pads: wearing thin” (6.6%), “Shock absorbers: has light misting of oil” (5.7%) and “Suspension arm pins and bushes: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement” (5.4%).
Is a 2017 Abarth 595 reliable?
An MOT pass rate shows what failed at the test, not how reliable a car is. For this group of cars the first-time pass rate went from 83.8% in 2021 to 77.8% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
Other cars first used in 2017
The most-tested cars from the same year. Each page uses the same method.
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