Find the VIN correctly
Compare the vehicle identification number on the vehicle with the documents and the listing.
TIPS & KNOWLEDGE
Check and assess used cars more effectively.
Practical guidance on VIN, mileage, damage, historical images, imported vehicles and the limits of vehicle-history data.
Check mileage history
Watch for jumps over time, implausible decreases and contradictions with service records.
Do not assess damage only by records
A missing damage note is not proof that the vehicle is accident-free. Inspection and documents remain essential.
Historische Bilder vergleichen
Earlier images can show conditions that are no longer visible in the current listing.
Auctions & listings
Earlier listings can provide additional information about condition, mileage or use.
Check imported vehicles more carefully
For imported vehicles, data availability and documentation can vary significantly depending on the country of origin.
Vehicle history is one part of the picture – not a purchase guarantee.
Use the report together with an inspection, test drive, document check and, if necessary, a professional technical inspection.
Use the report together with an inspection, test drive, document check and, if necessary, a professional technical inspection.