Fiat Chausson Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Chausson reliable? We analysed 2,171 real MOT tests across 339 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Chausson is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, headlamp aim too low and headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Chausson.
Fiat Chausson Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Chausson. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Chausson MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Chausson to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Chausson Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Chausson fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Chausson Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Chausson owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Chausson MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Chausson year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 65 | 89.2% | 6,724 | 10,278 | 14,801 |
| 2020 | 118 | 90.7% | 8,160 | 12,647 | 16,554 |
| 2019 | 281 | 87.9% | 9,029 | 13,177 | 17,832 |
| 2018 | 513 | 86.9% | 9,112 | 13,766 | 20,645 |
| 2017 | 312 | 86.5% | 9,896 | 15,866 | 26,668 |
| 2016 | 96 | 88.5% | 13,008 | 17,998 | 25,811 |
| 2015 | 89 | 88.8% | 11,510 | 15,991 | 21,261 |
| 2014 | 154 | 85.7% | 13,665 | 21,111 | 41,049 |
| 2013 | 82 | 76.8% | 26,986 | 35,034 | 45,464 |
| 2011 | 58 | 89.7% | 13,761 | 21,821 | 53,372 |
| 2010 | 104 | 86.5% | 17,573 | 26,334 | 36,046 |
| 2008 | 105 | 77.1% | 15,600 | 30,677 | 43,769 |
| 2007 | 65 | 80.0% | 20,341 | 27,591 | 38,334 |
How Long Does a Fiat Chausson Last?
Based on 339 Fiat Chausson vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Chausson Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Chausson 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 Fiat Chausson
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.7% MOT pass rate from 118 tests
76.8% MOT pass rate from 82 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Chausson is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.7% across 118 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Chausson Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Chausson THIS CAR | 86.1% | 2,171 | 16,638 mi | 19 yrs |
| Fiat Punto | 68.7% | 6,712,102 | 61,468 mi | 32 yrs |
| Fiat 500 | 76.9% | 3,854,072 | 42,469 mi | 18 yrs |
| Fiat Ducato | 75% | 1,962,737 | 48,690 mi | 38 yrs |
| Audi Q5 Sln ED1 45TFSI MHEV QUAT Sa | 93.1% | 4,121 | 27,472 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Chausson outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Fiat Chausson has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.1% across 2,171 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Fiat Chausson are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (19 recorded failures), headlamp aim too low (6), and headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (6). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Fiat Chausson owner drives around 2,270 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 Fiat Chausson models stay on UK roads for around 19 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. 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.