2014 Chevrolet Trax 1.4L Petrol · EF63 NFE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in March 2026 at 73,665 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to electrical and engine management faults. The persistence of a non-excessive oil leak across three consecutive annual tests in 2024, 2025, and 2026 indicates a chronic issue that the owner has failed to rectify despite it repeatedly passing the inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle of twelve years' age, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. Between March 2024 and March 2025, the car covered 3,162 miles, followed by another 4,152 miles in the following year. This relatively low annual usage typically mitigates mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but it often accelerates the degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the 2024 advisory regarding perishing and cracking on multiple tyres despite the low mileage. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the engine's management system, given the repeated failures of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp in 2025 and 2026. This recurring fault suggests a sensor issue or wiring loom damage that has not been properly diagnosed. Furthermore, the 2025 failure of ball joint dust covers on both front lower suspension arms requires a physical check for play in the joints, as neglected components can lead to steering failure. The coolant leak noted in 2025 also necessitates a pressure test of the cooling system to ensure the head gasket has not suffered from overheating.