2018 Chausson Unknown 2.0L Diesel · PO18 FTY

The 2018 Chausson presents a stable and improving mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass on 17 June 2025 at 16,782 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance history demonstrates consistent upkeep, with the vehicle passing its last three consecutive annual tests without any advisories or failures. A single failed test occurred on 19 June 2024 at 16,200 miles, though notably, the record shows no defects associated with this failure, suggesting an administrative abort or an unclassified issue that was promptly rectified before the successful retest the following day. The recorded mileage of 16,782 miles over an eight-year period equates to an average of roughly 2,098 miles per year, which is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this age. The MOT data confirms this minimal usage, showing a mere 74-mile increment between the June 2022 and June 2023 tests, followed by a 1,513-mile jump in the subsequent year, and a 582-mile increase over the most recent twelve months. Such low annual mileage often indicates prolonged periods of inactivity, meaning a physical inspection must focus on components susceptible to deterioration from standing rather than wear from use. Given the absence of recurring mechanical or structural faults in the MOT record, the primary risk profile shifts to the effects of infrequent use rather than component fatigue. A buyer should inspect the condition of the tyres thoroughly, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from sidewall cracking and flat-spotting caused by remaining stationary for extended periods. The braking system requires close scrutiny; brake discs can surface-corrode and calipers can seize or bind when a vehicle sits unused for long durations. Suspension bushes and coil springs should also be checked for perishing and corrosion, as these rubber and metal components degrade with age and lack of regular flexing, regardless of mileage.