Chausson Flash Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Chausson Flash reliable? We analysed 2,587 real MOT tests across 332 vehicles to find out.
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The Chausson Flash is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Chausson Flash.
Chausson Flash Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Chausson Flash. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Chausson Flash MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Chausson Flash to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Chausson Flash Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Chausson Flash models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Chausson Flash Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Chausson Flash owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Chausson Flash MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Chausson Flash year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 140 | 87.1% | 12,223 | 21,121 | 38,314 |
| 2018 | 111 | 89.2% | 10,238 | 15,968 | 20,542 |
| 2017 | 387 | 85.0% | 11,851 | 20,123 | 47,932 |
| 2016 | 927 | 91.9% | 11,709 | 16,898 | 23,840 |
| 2015 | 893 | 88.5% | 13,368 | 19,487 | 27,188 |
| 2014 | 97 | 92.8% | 11,540 | 16,410 | 27,703 |
How Long Does a Chausson Flash Last?
Based on 332 Chausson Flash vehicles on UK roads.
Chausson Flash Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Chausson Flash MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Chausson Flash
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.8% MOT pass rate from 97 tests
85.0% MOT pass rate from 387 tests
The best year to buy a used Chausson Flash is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.8% across 97 tests. The 2017 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Chausson Flash Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chausson Flash THIS CAR | 89.2% | 2,587 | 18,230 mi | 12 yrs |
| Chausson Unknown | 88.2% | 5,865 | 15,934 mi | 12 yrs |
| Chausson Welcome | 90.5% | 2,570 | 17,483 mi | 12 yrs |
| Volkswagen Tiguan SE TDI Bmt | 94.4% | 1,261 | 64,450 mi | — yrs |
| Harley-davidson XL 1200 V Seventy Two 12 | 90.3% | 844 | 5,178 mi | 14 yrs |
Compared to the Chausson Unknown (88.2% pass rate) and the Chausson Welcome (90.5% pass rate), the Chausson Flash sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Chausson Flash has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.2% across 2,587 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is valve stem seriously damaged. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Chausson Flash with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Chausson Flash owner drives around 2,153 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Chausson Flash models stay on UK roads for around 12 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.