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Second hand cars hidden history needs checking
The RAC warns of the dangers of purchasing a second hand vehicle - 16th May 2008 When buying a used car it is important to make sure that the vehicle is checked thoroughly to avoid further expense correcting faults A faulty vehicle could increase the risk of being involved in a road accident, and as a result lead to increased insurance premiums if car accident claims need to be made.
The RAC warns car buyers that although the vehicle may look like your dream car there could be allsorts of hidden problems with the engine or electrical system. When buying a new car they recommend that a checklist is followed suggesting such things as going for a test drive of at least 10 minutes, always check the ownership documents and ensure accurate mileage, view the car in good weather and light, get an experienced person to take a look at the vehicle.
In tests carried out by the RAC it found three quarters of the second hand cars inspected would fail their MOT, and that one on three have illegal or faults that could be dangerous. Checks for structural damage should be looked for as cars are designed to protect occupants if the vehicle is involved in a car accident, and any structural damage may reduce the protection offered. The most common problem found was with tyre safety where they were worn below the legal limit or damaged and unsafe for use.
RAC Inspections manager Nicola Johnson said: “Individuals looking for a used car bargain are entering a minefield and not everyone has either the right level of knowledge to know what to look for, or a mechanically minded friend or family member that they can call upon to help. The level of issues we have found with used cars is concerning, with half of the vehicles we checked having more than 10 faults.
Even if they weren’t a risk to motorists’ safety, over 80 per cent of those with faults would cost the new owner more than £200 to fix.” 300 inspections showed that 66% of used cars for sale had been in some kind of road accident, 51% had faulty tyres, 44% had steering or suspension problems, 42% had some type of fluid leakage and 39% had brakes with faults.
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