How reliable is the Abarth 595?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Abarth 595 consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. The most commonly reported issues are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber bush excessively worn, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 10,996 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 86%.
Abarth 595 reliability by year
How the Abarth 595 performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 78.4% | – |
| 2013 | 74.5% | – |
| 2014 | 81.5% | – |
| 2015 | 79.1% | – |
| 2016 | 81.8% | – |
| 2017 | 84.1% | 55,034 km |
| 2018 | 86% | 48,083 km |
| 2019 | 89.9% | 45,128 km |
| 2020 | 91.8% | 37,540 km |
| 2021 | 91.7% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Abarth 595 as a model. The reliability of any individual Abarth 595 also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Abarth 595 reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Abarth 595 consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 86%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Abarth 595?
The most common owner-reported issues are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.2% of inspections); A shock absorber bush excessively worn (1.5% of inspections); Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.1% of inspections); a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (0.8% of inspections); Brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn (0.6% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Abarth 595?
For a typical Abarth 595, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, 48,083 km at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Abarth 595 before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.