Chevrolet Trax car check
Find out if a Trax has outstanding finance, has been written off or stolen, how many owners it’s had, and which known problems apply to the generation you’re looking at.
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- MOT failure rate
- 20.5%5k tests
- Known problems
- 5across T300
- Full report
- £7.49one-off, no subscription
Which Trax are you looking at?
Each Trax generation has its own weak spots. Here are the known problems.
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CV joint boot failure
Wear item T300The rubber boots protecting the CV joints on the driveshafts fail prematurely on the Trax, allowing dirt and moisture to contaminate the joint grease. Once the boot splits, the CV joint rapidly wears and develops clicking noises on lock, eventually leading to joint failure and loss of drive.
What to check: With the car parked on level ground, visually inspect both front driveshafts from the engine bay and underneath. Look for split or missing rubber boots around the CV joints - these are the concertina-shaped covers at each end of the driveshaft. Check for grease splatter on the inside of the wheel...
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Front coil spring failure
Wear item T300The front coil springs on the Trax are prone to fracturing, with MOT data showing failures at 39.1 times the national average. The springs can crack near the end coils or at stress concentration points, leading to a sudden loss of ride height and potential tyre damage from the broken spring end. This is a safety-critical failure that requires immediate attention.
What to check: Check the ride height by comparing both sides of the car when viewed from front and rear - a dropped corner indicates a broken spring. Visually inspect the front coil springs through the wheel arches, looking for obvious cracks or separated coils. Listen for metallic rattling from the suspension ...
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Front suspension bush wear
Wear item T300The front suspension bushes on the Trax wear prematurely, with MOT data showing failures at 39.1 times the national average. The rubber bushes in the control arms and anti-roll bar links deteriorate, causing excessive play in the suspension geometry. This affects handling precision and can accelerate tyre wear if left unaddressed.
What to check: Visually inspect the front suspension components for obvious cracking or perishing of rubber bushes. Look particularly at the control arm bushes and anti-roll bar drop links. Check for excessive rust or corrosion around bush mounting points which can accelerate deterioration.
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Exhaust system corrosion
Wear item T300The exhaust system on petrol Trax models corrodes prematurely, particularly affecting 1.4-litre variants. MOT data shows exhaust failures at 20.0 times the national average, concentrated in the 40,000-80,000 mile range. The mild steel construction and positioning make the system vulnerable to corrosion from road salt and moisture retention.
What to check: Visually inspect the exhaust system from underneath, looking for obvious holes, rust patches, or sections held together with exhaust paste or bandages. Check exhaust mounting rubbers for deterioration - these can cause the system to hang low and contact the road. Look for black soot deposits arou...
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Oil leak from engine bay
Engine damage risk T300The leaks commonly originate from the rocker cover gasket, oil filter housing, or front crankshaft seal. While not immediately dangerous, significant leaks can cause environmental contamination and mask other developing problems.
What to check: Check the engine oil level on the dipstick and look for any signs of recent oil consumption requiring top-ups. Inspect the ground under the parked car for fresh oil patches, noting the colour and consistency. Open the bonnet and look for oil staining on the engine block, particularly around the t...
We haven’t flagged any common problems for this generation in our data yet. A history check still tells you about finance, write-offs and theft, and the MOT history shows how this particular car has been looked after.
Trax MOT results
of Trax MOT tests end in a fail, from 4,889 tests.
Most common reasons for failing
- Suspension joint dust cover missing or no longe...Suspension
- Suspension joint dust cover severely deterioratedSuspension
- Track rod ends wornSteering
Check the Trax you’re buying
One report covers outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and previous owners from Experian, plus MOT history, mileage and the known problems for its generation.
Finance, stolen, write-off and owner history data provided by Experian.
What the check includes
- Outstanding finance Experian
- Write-off status Experian
- Stolen vehicle check Experian
- Previous owners and keeper history Experian
- MOT history and advisories DVSA
- Mileage check DVSA
- Known problems for its generation GetCarWise
- How many are left on the road DVLA
Trax questions
Is the Chevrolet Trax reliable?
20.5% of Trax models fail their MOT based on 4,889 tests analysed. That’s about average for the class. There are 5 known problems to watch for, the most serious being cv joint boot failure. A full history check shows whether a specific car has had related write-offs or insurance claims.
What are the main problems with a Chevrolet Trax?
The most serious known issues are cv joint boot failure, front coil spring failure, front suspension bush wear. Our car check flags whether a specific Trax has been written off or had insurance claims linked to these faults.
How do I check if a Chevrolet Trax has outstanding finance?
Enter the registration on this page. We query Experian’s finance database and return any outstanding agreements within a minute. If finance is still owed, the finance company can legally repossess the car even after you’ve paid the seller. At £7.49 it’s the cheapest way to avoid a car that isn’t legally for sale.
How do I check if a Chevrolet Trax has been written off?
Our check queries Experian’s insurance write-off database for Cat A, B, S and N markers. A Cat S or N Trax has been structurally or non-structurally damaged and repaired. This doesn’t mean it’s unsafe, but it affects resale value and some insurers won’t cover it. The check costs £7.49.
Can I check a Chevrolet Trax for free?
You can check MOT history free on GOV.UK, which shows past test results and advisories. What it won’t show is outstanding finance, write-offs or theft markers, which are the things that actually cost you money after you’ve bought. Our full check adds all of that for £7.49, using Experian data.
Is a Chevrolet Trax HPI check worth it?
HPI is one brand of car check. Our check uses the same Experian data covering finance, stolen, write-off and keeper history, plus MOT analysis and known Trax faults that HPI doesn’t include. At £7.49 it’s typically less than half the price of an HPI check.
What does a Chevrolet Trax fail its MOT on?
The most common MOT failure on the Trax is suspension joint dust cover missing or no longe.... 20.5% of Trax models fail overall, based on 4,889 tests. Checking a car’s full MOT history before buying shows you recurring problems the seller might not mention.
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Finance, stolen, write-off and owner history data provided by Experian. MOT data from DVSA. Known problems from GetCarWise analysis. Updated October 2026.