2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1.7L Diesel · CV14 ECE
2014 Chevrolet Cruze (1.7L, diesel). First registered 12 Mar 2014. Recorded mileage 98,201 miles. MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET CRUZE
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,201 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
CV14 ECE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2025
- 98,201 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Known faults for Chevrolet Cruze
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
CV14 ECE Mileage History
- 09/03/202274,669 mi
- 02/03/202381,745 mi+7,076 mi
- 06/03/202381,745 mi
- 27/02/202491,058 mi+9,313 mi
- 17/04/202598,201 mi+7,143 mi
Average of roughly 7,572 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CV14 ECE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Chevrolet Cruze (CV14 ECE) between March 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: CHEVROLET CRUZE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Diesel Oil Dilution and DPF Clogging(Serious)
Incomplete DPF regenerations lead to fuel entering the oil sump. If not caught, this can lead to engine "runaway" or bearing failure.
- M32 Gearbox Bearing Failure(Serious)
Like its Vauxhall cousins, the 6-speed manual gearbox can suffer from bearing wear, eventually leading to total failure.
- Cooling System Thermostat and Water Pump Failures(Moderate)
The thermostat housing and water pump are common failure points. The plastic thermostat housing can crack, and the water pump can develop leaks, leading to overheating.
- Electrical Sensor and Warning Light Faults(Moderate)
Various sensors including crankshaft position, oxygen, and mass air flow sensors can fail, triggering warning lights and causing poor running. The electronic boot release is also a known failure point.
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- Diesel Oil Dilution and DPF CloggingSerious
Incomplete DPF regenerations lead to fuel entering the oil sump. If not caught, this can lead to engine "runaway" or bearing failure.
- M32 Gearbox Bearing FailureSerious
Like its Vauxhall cousins, the 6-speed manual gearbox can suffer from bearing wear, eventually leading to total failure.
- Cooling System Thermostat and Water Pump FailuresModerate
The thermostat housing and water pump are common failure points. The plastic thermostat housing can crack, and the water pump can develop leaks, leading to overheating.
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