Chevrolet Trax (2014)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 942 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,228

£186/month

MOT Pass Rate

77%

Average

Road Tax

£275

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1598cc Petrol

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77% pass rate, £2,228/year to run. 5 points below average.

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Petrol1598cc12 years old942 tests79k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£500

Total per year£2,228

Per month£186/mo

Per week£43/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

77% MOT pass rate(Average)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data.

77% of MOT tests on Chevrolet Traxs from 2014 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 10 years old. That's based on 942 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 79,137 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2014 models437th of 527(bottom 18%)

Rank among Chevrolet models31st of 86(top half)

vs average of all models-5%(82% avg)

vs 2014 models average-4%(81% avg)

vs Chevrolet average+1%(76% avg)

Mileage Analysis

79,137

Average miles

74,000

Expected for age

The average 2014 Chevrolet Trax had 79,137 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 74,000 miles for a 10-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Chevrolet Trax by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2014	77%	942	79,137 mi
2013	76%	1,851	84,093 mi

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Vauxhall Corsa

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£2,228/year

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Nissan Qashqai

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About the 2014 Chevrolet Trax

The 2014 Chevrolet Trax is a small family car. Our records list a 1598cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 942 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 18% of 2014 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 79,137 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Chevrolet Trax owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2014 Chevrolet Trax Fuel Costs

The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2014 Chevrolet Trax?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,228 (£186/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 77% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2014 Chevrolet Trax

At 12 years old, the Chevrolet Trax is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2014 Chevrolet Trax stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Chevrolet Trax(2014)	77%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228
Vauxhall Corsa(2015)	78%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153-£75
Ford Focus(2013)	78%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228same
Nissan Qashqai(2016)	83%	£1,175	£170	Grp 5-15	£1,750-£478
Volkswagen Polo(2015)	82%	£1,175	£170	Grp 5-15	£1,750-£478

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2014 Chevrolet Trax

Is the 2014 Chevrolet Trax reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. 77% of MOT tests on 2014 Chevrolet Traxs ended in a pass, from 942 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 5 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2014 Chevrolet Trax cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,228 a year (£186 a month): £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT and £500 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2014 Chevrolet Trax?

77% of 942 MOT tests on the 2014 Chevrolet Trax ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 437th of 527 models first registered in 2014 (bottom 18%).

Which year Chevrolet Trax has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2014 Chevrolet Trax has the highest MOT pass rate at 77% and the 2013 the lowest at 76%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2014 Chevrolet Trax?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2014 Chevrolet Trax is 79,137 miles, which is in line with the expected 74,000 miles for a 10-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.