Conducting car checks is essential when purchasing a used car as they provide valuable information about a vehicle's past, including its ownership history, accident history, mileage and service records and running costs.
They can also tell you if the car has been stolen or has outstanding finance. Motorscan has compiled a substantive library of guides and articles to help you understand car checking and how conducting these checks can help you invest in a reliable and safe vehicle, prevent potential future problems, and provide complete peace of mind.
HPI, or Hire Purchase Investigation, has been a trusted name in vehicle history checks in the UK since 1938. An HPI check provides vital information about a vehicle, including whether it has any outstanding finance, has been declared a total loss by insurers, or has appeared at a salvage auction site.
Mileage tampering continues to be a pressing issue, clouding the transparency surrounding used vehicle transactions. At the heart of this challenge are mileage blockers, sparking controversy and legal scrutiny. Motorscan has been exploring these mysterious electronic devices to unravel what they are and how they operate, providing invaluable tips to spot warning signs!
It’s always important to do a car check before buying one.
To maximize the life and performance of your vehicle, here is a list of items you should check depending on the time and season. Some of these parts of your vehicle should be checked regularly, and others only in the long run. Be sure to follow your vehicle's maintenance schedule and service interval record.
A car check will tell you whether the VRM and VIN correspond to DVLA records. If they don’t, there could be several problems with the vehicle.