This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more More motorists are turning to the used market for their car, putting them at risk of buying a banger (Image: Getty) The used car report provider carVertical has warned motorists to avoid buying a model that has a past the seller does not want potential buyers to know about. As more motorists turn to the second-hand market for their next car, there could be an increase in cases of accident damaged vehicles being sold.
Matas Buzelis, motoring expert at carVertical, noted that the service is able to show users an extensive history report of a vehicle they are interested in by using a wide range of sources for data. He recalled: "We work with more than 900 databases for our sources. I can't really mention how many we have in the UK alone, but I think it's a very decent number.
We work with organisations like the SMMT [Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders], the DVLA , insurance companies and data sources related to insurance, even some third party businesses who can provide data. function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.createElement('script');el.
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Log('[Load] OVP tcfLoaded',new Date())})}},1500)}) "We have quite a big team on our product development department who are constantly trying to create new partnerships and have as many data sources as possible. I usually like to call it a good wine, the older the company is, the more sources we have and the better quality the product is." READ MORE: EV expert warns 'luxury car tax' could see electric car owners pay £410 per year The service can show prospective buyers if the vehicle has previously been in an accident (Image: Getty) Founded in Lithuania during 2017, carVertical currently operates the world's largest database of used vehicle records across 28 countries in Europe, North America and Oceania.
The company uses these sources to provide reports for specific vehicles that state any known instances of damage, the number of owners, and any signs that it has been stolen or clocked to show a lower mileage. Drivers will also be able to see any known images of the vehicle in question, either from previous used car listings or salvage auctions, plus general information on the model, such as common faults and running costs. Don't miss.
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This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy Matas also suggested that new tools for the service are being created which uses AI in order to spot any signs that could indicate that the vehicle was repaired after an accident.
He advised: "We can't forget clocking, it's obviously very much a thing, but often the biggest culprits are private sellers who don't tell the full story of the car. Unless someone inspects the history of that car, they won't be able to find out if the seller is telling the truth. "It's very similar across all the markets that we operate in, but we can detect things like previous damage.
We have some artificial intelligence tools that can detect any damage from pictures of the car. We're constantly trying to provide ways for people to get a solid used model without being a car geek." Trending Offering some advice to all used car buyers, Matas recommended that drivers avoid the growing number of ex-ride sharing vehicles on the market, stating that customers will often not treat them with care.
He explained: "I think that purchasing a car that was being used for ride sharing is the worst vehicle you could possibly buy. Whoever uses these cars simply don't care about the condition so they're bought and often driven like there's no tomorrow. "The engines are started cold, so they're worn out quickly, they're usually driven for a couple of miles and that's that until another customer comes along and they treat it in the same manner.
They're definitely the worst type of car you can get." Related articles Driving expert shares tip for finding reliable used cars that 'works every time' Mechanic warns used car buyers to avoid cheap model that has 'big problem' 'I'm a car expert - drivers can get thousands off a new car with this tip' RAC warns 'weekend of woe' ahead as millions take to motorways for summer break Rental car customers urged to check components to prevent risking hefty fines.
