Chausson Flash
From 461 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 13 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 13 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 7 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely to cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 3 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 2 |
| warning device shows system malfunction | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 23.3% of Flash failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £60.
Chausson Flash on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 14 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 14. At this rate, roughly 81.5 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 299 | 27 | +0 | -9 | -9 |
| 2025 Q2 | 314 | 21 | +0 | -0 | +9 |
| 2025 Q1 | 285 | 41 | +0 | -4 | -4 |
| 2024 Q4 | 278 | 52 | +0 | -1 | -1 |
| 2024 Q3 | 307 | 24 | +0 | -0 | +3 |
| 2024 Q2 | 311 | 17 | +0 | -0 | +6 |
| 2024 Q1 | 303 | 19 | +0 | -9 | -9 |
| 2023 Q4 | 285 | 46 | +0 | -0 | +0 |
3 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flash 610 | Diesel | 79 | 40% |
| Flash 514 | Diesel | 67 | 34% |
| Flash 510 | Diesel | 50 | 26% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 91% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, warning device shows system malfunction |
| 2015 | 82.6% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Flashs tested had between 14,685 and 27,703 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 21,799 median miles, the Flash has 0.07 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Chausson models
Common questions
What is the Chausson Flash MOT pass rate?
The Chausson Flash has a 84.8% MOT pass rate based on 461 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Chausson Flash?
The most common MOT failure on the Chausson Flash is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn.
How many Chausson Flashs are on UK roads?
There are 299 Chausson Flashs currently licensed on UK roads, with 27 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Chausson Flash at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Chausson Flash is 21,799 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,685 and 27,703 miles.
Buying a used Flash?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 84.8% pass rate and an average repair bill of £60 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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