Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Chausson Flash?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Chausson Flash?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Chausson Flash?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Chausson Flash reliable?

Based on MOT data from 118 vehicles, the 2016 Chausson Flash has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Chausson Flash?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Chausson Flash are: COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (16.2% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (15.5% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (14.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Chausson Flash?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Chausson Flash (2016)

118 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.9% first-time pass rate

2016 Chausson Flash

CarHunch analysed 118 real MOT records for the 2016 Chausson Flash. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Chausson Flash passes its MOT first time in 92.9% of cases, well above the UK average of 80%, which signals genuinely solid reliability for a motorhome of this age and type. Dangerous defects are rare at 3.4%, so serious safety concerns aren't a widespread issue with this model.

These vehicles are running light mileage for their age—just 16,776 miles at the median—which partly explains the strong pass rate and suggests many have been used seasonally rather than as daily drivers. The average of 0.59 failures per test is notably low, though advisories average three per vehicle, so budget for routine maintenance like brake fluid and wear items. When shopping for one, check the service history carefully and have an independent motorhome specialist inspect the habitation side of the van, since MOT data only covers the vehicle mechanics.

We have limited data for the 2016 Chausson Flash — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

92.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.59

Over 7.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

17k

Middle half: 13k–22k

For context

These stats describe 118 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 118 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 16.2%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

Tyre wear 15.5%

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 10.1%

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 6.8%

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured · Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 5.4%

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Based on MOT data from 118 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Chausson Flash vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

16,776

typical

12,551

low mileage

22,480

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Chausson Flash vehicles fall between 12,551 and 22,480 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 12,551 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 12,551–22,480 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Chausson Flashs sit.

⚠ Over 30,348 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Chausson Flash — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Chausson Flashs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 109 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 96% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

7.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.59

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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