2018 Fiat Chausson 2.3L Diesel · AE18 AEP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. While the most recent test on 20 June 2025 at 39,495 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, the immediate failure on the same day suggests a minor administrative issue or a transient mechanical fault that was rectified instantly before the retest. Since the July 2021 test, the car has maintained a clean record, indicating a consistent level of mechanical and structural upkeep. The mileage pattern is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,937 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between July 2021 and June 2023, during which the car covered only 367 miles over two years. However, usage has increased recently, with 1,106 miles covered between the 2023 and 2024 tests. Low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts such as suspension bushes, split seals, and tyre sidew due to lack of movement. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on signs of dry rot or flat spotting on the tyres given the periods of inactivity. Because the MOT record shows no advisories for corrosion or brake wear, the structural integrity appears sound, but the brake discs should still be checked for pitting or surface rust which often occurs on low-mileage vehicles that sit. Checking the fluid levels and looking for leaks is also advisable to ensure the low mileage has not masked neglected seals or perished oil degradation.