2018 Ford Chausson 2.0L Diesel · WU18 GYT

The vehicle presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 1 April 2026 at 27,073 miles with zero defects recorded. The most recent test confirms all major structural, mechanical, and safety systems met DVSA standards on that date. A single failure occurred on 7 November 2023 at 19,975 miles, where the tester flagged a damaged nearside door mirror lens likely to cause injury and a non-functioning offside rear direction indicator. Both defects were rectified before a retest on the same day, and no further advisories or failures have appeared in the subsequent three tests, indicating the previous owner addressed the issues promptly and maintained the vehicle consistently thereafter. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,384 miles per year. The record shows a gap of approximately 14 months between the January 2025 test at 24,222 miles and the September 2025 test at 26,376 miles, representing 2,154 miles in that period. The most recent interval from September 2025 to April 2026 covers just 697 miles over seven months, suggesting the vehicle has seen very light use recently or may have spent extended periods stationary. Such low annual accumulation reduces wear on consumables like brake discs, tyres, and suspension bushes, though prolonged inactivity can introduce its own concerns around seized components, perished rubber, and moisture ingress. A buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection despite the clean MOT record. The 2023 failure involved a damaged mirror housing, so both door mirrors should be checked for secure mounting, intact glass, and proper electrical adjustment where fitted. The low mileage and recent standing periods warrant close examination of tyre sidewalls for perishing and date codes, even if tread depth remains adequate. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be inspected for deterioration from age rather than mileage. Brake calipers and discs must be checked for binding or surface corrosion that can develop during extended parking. Underneath, the exhaust system, subframe, and load-bearing points should be examined for corrosion, particularly given the vehicle's motorhome bodywork, where structural integrity behind panels and around high-level mounting points is critical.