Ford Chausson
From 1,548 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, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 22 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.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 22 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 8 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 7 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 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 | 5 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 5 |
| lamp showing red light to the front, white light to the rear or has heavily reduced light intensity | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 3 |
Ford Chausson on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 273 newly registered in the past year with 65 leaving, a net gain of 208. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 1,743 | 64 | +75 | -10 | +65 |
| 2025 Q2 | 1,701 | 41 | +101 | -8 | +93 |
| 2025 Q1 | 1,545 | 104 | +71 | -28 | +43 |
| 2024 Q4 | 1,471 | 135 | +26 | -19 | +7 |
| 2024 Q3 | 1,557 | 42 | +68 | -17 | +51 |
| 2024 Q2 | 1,525 | 23 | +53 | -0 | +53 |
| 2024 Q1 | 1,459 | 36 | +82 | -46 | +36 |
| 2023 Q4 | 1,347 | 112 | +26 | -29 | -3 |
9 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chausson 640 Auto | Diesel | 351 | 39% |
| Chausson 640 | Diesel | 89 | 10% |
| Chausson 788 Auto | Diesel | 88 | 10% |
| Chausson 630 Auto | Diesel | 78 | 9% |
| Chausson 650 | Diesel | 67 | 7% |
| Chausson 650 Auto | Diesel | 61 | 7% |
| Chausson 630 | Diesel | 58 | 6% |
| Chausson 610 | Diesel | 52 | 6% |
| Chausson 777 Auto | Diesel | 51 | 6% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 91.4% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 92.1% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2019 | 91.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2018 | 90% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
1 earlier years
| 2017 | 89.6% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Chaussons tested had between 9,827 and 25,988 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 15,119 median miles, the Chausson has 0.061 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ford models
| Ford Fiesta | 72.9% |
| Ford Focus | 74.7% |
| Ford Transit | 70.4% |
| Ford Kuga | 82.2% |
| Ford Mondeo | 73.8% |
Common questions
What is the Ford Chausson MOT pass rate?
The Ford Chausson has a 90.8% MOT pass rate based on 1,548 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ford Chausson?
The most common MOT failure on the Ford Chausson is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 22 failures. Other common issues include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Ford Chaussons are on UK roads?
There are 1,743 Ford Chaussons currently licensed on UK roads, with 64 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Ford Chausson at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ford Chausson is 15,119 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 9,827 and 25,988 miles.
Buying a used Chausson?
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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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.