With the continuous increase in the number of cars in China, the second-hand car market is also becoming increasingly prosperous. When buying a used car, one of the biggest concerns consumers is the vehicle's historical accident record. Because accident records not only affect the value of the vehicle, but can also pose a potential threat to safe driving in the future. So,How to check the accident records of a used carThis? This article will introduce several effective methods for you.
1. Check the claim record of the insurance company
When buying a used car, you can ask the used car dealer to provide the vehicle's insurance claim records for the past few years. By looking at the insurance claim history, you can find out if the vehicle has been involved in an accident and how severe the accident was. It is important to note that some used cars may change insurance companies, so you can compare the old insurance claim history of the vehicle with the new car insurance claim record to get a more complete picture of the vehicle's historical accident situation.
2. Use the mobile phone applet to query
At present, there are some third-party institutions in China that provide second-hand car accident record query services, such as Alipay's car recognition instructor applet. The owner can find the option of "Accident Record Query" in the applet, enter the frame number of the vehicle, and query the vehicle's historical accident records, maintenance records, mileage and other information. This information helps consumers get a more complete picture of what is really going on with their vehicle. It is important to note that there may be a fee for using these tools.
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3. Check the vehicle maintenance recordsVehicle maintenance records are an important clue that reflects the history of used car accidents. Consumers can ask the used car dealer to provide relevant records of the vehicle during the repair and maintenance process. By looking at the maintenance records, you can find out whether the vehicle has excessive repair marks and the reason for the repair. In addition, it is also possible to pay attention to the replacement parts of the vehicle, as some accidents can lead to damage and replacement of vehicle parts.
4. Consult a used car appraiser
Used car appraisers have professional used car appraisal skills and can conduct detailed inspections of the vehicle's appearance, interior, chassis, etc. When buying a used car, you can ask an experienced used car appraiser to do a thorough inspection of the vehicle to understand the vehicle's historical accident situation. In addition, a used car appraiser can also provide a valuation of the vehicle and recommendations for buying a car.
How to check if a used car is an accident car? It is enough to pay attention to these six points
1. Check the appearance: observe whether the appearance of the vehicle is obviously damaged, deformed, scratched, etc. In particular, pay attention to inspect the front and rear bumpers, engine compartment, trunk and other parts.
2. Check the door and engine compartment cover: open the door and engine compartment cover, check whether there are traces of disassembly of the door hinges and engine compartment cover hinges, and whether the sealing strips of the doors and engine compartment covers have been replaced.
3. Check the frame: check whether the frame is deformed, twisted, welded, etc. It can be judged by looking at the solder joints, screws, etc. on the frame.
4. Check the suspension: check whether the suspension is deformed or loose. You can judge by looking at the appearance and feel of the suspension parts.
5. Check the interior: check whether the interior is damaged, worn, smelly, etc. In particular, it is necessary to pay attention to the seats, steering wheel, gear lever, etc.
6. Check the engine and gearbox: check whether the engine and gearbox have oil leakage and leakage. You can judge by looking at the appearance of the engine and gearbox and listening to the sound.
It should be noted that the above methods do not completely guarantee to determine whether the vehicle is an accident vehicle, and some accidents may not be reported or the records are incomplete. Therefore, when buying a used car, in addition to inspection, you should also choose a reliable seller and a formal trading platform to reduce the risk.
In short, when buying a used car, consumers should fully understand the vehicle's historical accident record to ensure their own rights and interests in car purchase. Through the above methods, you can get a more comprehensive understanding of the accident history of used cars. In practice, consumers also need to remain vigilant and buy cautiously to avoid falling into the trap of buying a car.