Chausson Unclassified
From 1,492 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 a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 16 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 16 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 12 |
| an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction | 9 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 9 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| 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 | 7 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 7 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 6 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 6 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 25.6% of Unclassified 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 £58.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 90.6% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, a lens defective which has no effect on emitted light |
| 2020 | 91.2% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2019 | 87.3% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction |
| 2018 | 91.6% | 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, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
3 earlier years
| 2017 | 84.1% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2016 | 94% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2014 | 89.7% | brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn, fluid leaking continuously and likely to pose a serious risk to road safety |
Typical mileage
Half of all Unclassifieds tested had between 9,781 and 20,454 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 14,415 median miles, the Unclassified has 0.076 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Common questions
What is the Chausson Unclassified MOT pass rate?
The Chausson Unclassified has a 89% MOT pass rate based on 1,492 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Chausson Unclassified?
The most common MOT failure on the Chausson Unclassified is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 16 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Chausson Unclassified at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Chausson Unclassified is 14,415 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 9,781 and 20,454 miles.
Buying a used Unclassified?
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.
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