2021 Chevrolet Traverse 3.6L Petrol · AE70 EVD

The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse presents a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 3 June 2025 at 64,728 miles passed with zero defects recorded, indicating the vehicle is currently in sound mechanical and structural order. This clean bill of health contrasts sharply with the October 2022 test at 35,147 miles, where the tester flagged multiple advisories and outright failures, suggesting previous owners have since addressed underlying issues and maintained the vehicle to a higher standard. The trend is clearly resolving, moving from a neglected state to full compliance. Mileage accumulation tells a story of intense recent use. Between the October 2022 test at 35,147 miles and the June 2025 test at 64,728 miles, the vehicle covered 29,581 miles in just over two and a half years, averaging roughly 11,500 miles annually during that window. This is a significant acceleration compared to the overall lifetime average of 12,946 miles per year. Such rapid accumulation places considerable stress on consumable components, particularly the tyre wear patterns noted in 2022, where all four tyres were worn close to the legal limit with uneven edge wear. The current clean MOT suggests these were replaced, but the high mileage demands careful scrutiny of remaining service life on brakes, suspension bushes, and drivetrain mounts. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should pay close attention to the suspension and steering geometry. The 2022 advisories for uneven tyre wear across all four wheels, particularly the outer tread edges, point to potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes and track rod ends. Check for play in the front suspension and inspect the condition of coil springs and dampers, as high-mileage vehicles often develop corrosion or fatigue in these areas. The rear braking system also warrants attention, given the previous failure for incorrect rear indicator colours and a missing rear fog lamp, which could indicate aftermarket modifications or wiring issues that may have affected the rear electrical harness. Examine the exhaust system for corrosion and verify all lighting functions operate correctly, as the 2022 failure suggests possible water ingress or connector degradation in the rear lamp cluster. Despite the clean recent MOT, the vehicle's high annual mileage means a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician is strongly recommended to confirm structural integrity and long-term reliability.