2014 Chevrolet Trax 1.7L Diesel · SY57 MUK
2014 Chevrolet Trax (1.7L, diesel). First registered 09 Jan 2014. Recorded mileage 180,290 miles. MOT expired on 06 Apr 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET TRAX
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 180,290 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
SY57 MUK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2025
- 180,290 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SY57 MUK 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 Trax (SY57 MUK) between March 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
SY57 MUK Mileage History
- 14/03/2023144,273 mi
- 14/03/2024161,369 mi+17,096 mi
- 01/04/2025180,238 mi+18,869 mi
- 07/04/2025180,290 mi+52 mi
- 08/04/2025180,290 mi
Average of roughly 17,403 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Chevrolet Chevrolet Trax
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: CHEVROLET TRAX
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 1.4 Turbo Coolant Leaks and Water Pump Failure(Moderate)
On 1.4-litre turbocharged Ecotec petrol models, the plastic water outlet manifold, thermostat housing, and water pump are prone to thermal fatigue and cracking. Under UK stop-start driving and thermal cycling, the composite plastic becomes brittle, developing hairline cracks that weep coolant. Furthermore, the internal mechanical seal and bearings in the water pump can degrade, causing coolant loss, sweet-smelling cabin fumes, and risking severe cylinder head gasket overheating.
- 1.7 VCDi Alternator and Vacuum Pump Oil Seal Leak(Serious)
The 1.7-litre VCDi diesel engine uses an alternator design that incorporates a rear-mounted mechanical vacuum pump to provide brake servo assistance. The internal oil seal between the pressurized engine lubrication gallery and the electrical alternator can fail over time, permitting engine oil to leak directly into the alternator windings. This leads to electrical short circuits, charging warning alerts, flat batteries, and degraded brake booster vacuum assist.
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- 1.4 Turbo Coolant Leaks and Water Pump FailureModerate
On 1.4-litre turbocharged Ecotec petrol models, the plastic water outlet manifold, thermostat housing, and water pump are prone to thermal fatigue and cracking. Under UK stop-start driving and thermal cycling, the composite plastic becomes brittle, developing hairline cracks that weep coolant. Furthermore, the internal mechanical seal and bearings in the water pump can degrade, causing coolant loss, sweet-smelling cabin fumes, and risking severe cylinder head gasket overheating.
- 1.7 VCDi Alternator and Vacuum Pump Oil Seal LeakSerious
The 1.7-litre VCDi diesel engine uses an alternator design that incorporates a rear-mounted mechanical vacuum pump to provide brake servo assistance. The internal oil seal between the pressurized engine lubrication gallery and the electrical alternator can fail over time, permitting engine oil to leak directly into the alternator windings. This leads to electrical short circuits, charging warning alerts, flat batteries, and degraded brake booster vacuum assist.
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