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

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 Welcome?

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 Welcome?

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 Welcome reliable?

Based on MOT data from 120 vehicles, the 2016 Chausson Welcome has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.1%, 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 Welcome?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Chausson Welcome are: COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (13.5% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (12.2% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (10.8% 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 Welcome?

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 Welcome (2016)

120 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.1% first-time pass rate

2016 Chausson Welcome

CarHunch analysed 120 real MOT records for the 2016 Chausson Welcome. 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 Welcome is a solid performer in the MOT test, with a 92.1% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%, and only 9.2% of vehicles ever recorded a dangerous defect—suggesting this motorhome is generally well-maintained and safe. Buyers should feel reasonably confident about reliability, though the median CarHunch score of 50 indicates there's room for caution.

These vehicles are running low mileage relative to their age, with a median of just 17,388 miles, which typically correlates with fewer wear-related issues—though the 1.9 advisories per vehicle suggest routine maintenance attention is still needed. When shopping for one, budget for preventative work beyond just the MOT, and request full service history to confirm the low-mileage claim isn't masking deferred maintenance.

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

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

92.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.68

Over 7.5 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

17k

Middle half: 12k–21k

For context

These stats describe 120 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 120 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 13.5%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Tyre wear 12.2%

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside 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 7.4%

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Offside Rear 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%

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault · Nearside Headlamp aim too high · Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights · …

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

Wipers & washers 6.1%

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Suspension & steering 5.4%

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 120 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.2% 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 Welcome 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.

17,388

typical

12,437

low mileage

21,353

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Chausson Welcome vehicles fall between 12,437 and 21,353 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 12,437 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.

✓ 12,437–21,353 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Chausson Welcomes sit.

⚠ Over 28,826 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 Welcome — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Chausson Welcomes are still on the road.

Strong survival — 111 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% 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

7.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.68

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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