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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Chevrolet Trax. Check any Trax by registration number below.

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74.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.5%

vs Chevrolet Avg

3

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Chevrolet Trax — MOT Reliability Overview

The Chevrolet Trax has an average MOT pass rate of 74.0%, which is 6.5 percentage points below the Chevrolet brand average of 80.4%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Trax on the road.

The most common reasons a Chevrolet Trax fails its MOT are a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play. If you are preparing your Trax for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Chevrolet Trax, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Chevrolet Trax performs at MOT across different model years.

2014

Based on 1,239 vehicles

73.9%Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

28.2%

Mileage at 10yr

119k mi

2013

Based on 2,404 vehicles

69.7%Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

31.9%

Mileage at 10yr

126k mi

0

Based on 1,921 vehicles

78.3%Good
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Mileage at 5yr

76k mi

Top MOT Failures — Chevrolet Trax

The most common reasons a Chevrolet Trax fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

5.3%
2

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.5%
3

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

2.2%
4

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.1%
5

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.1%
Chevrolet Trax Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

7.8%

Front Offside

5.6%

Nearside

2.1%

Other Chevrolet Models

Compare MOT reliability across Chevrolet models.

Chevrolet Captiva

71.7% pass rate

Chevrolet Pick-up

69.2% pass rate

Chevrolet Corvette

89.7% pass rate

Chevrolet Camaro

95.9% pass rate

Chevrolet Astro

57.8% pass rate

Chevrolet Pick Up

85.5% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Chevrolet Trax

Chevrolet Trax — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Chevrolet Trax MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Chevrolet Trax?
The average MOT pass rate for the Chevrolet Trax is 74.0% compared to the Chevrolet average of 80.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Chevrolet Trax?
The most common MOT failures on the Chevrolet Trax are: A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (5.3%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.5%), A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (2.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Chevrolet Trax reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 74.0%, the Chevrolet Trax is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Chevrolet Trax?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Chevrolet Trax?
Typical mileage for the Chevrolet Trax: 119,491 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Trax to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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