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What does a HPI report tell you?
An HPI Check is a vehicle check provided by HPI Ltd that scrutinises the history of any motorised vehicle registered in the UK including cars, vans and motorbikes. The HPI Check is probably the most important check you will do before buying a used car and should be your first line of defence against vehicle fraud.
Is HPI Check legit?
Total Scam. Avoid this at all costs and chose a serious provider for your data check, such as Experian. I have put in all the correct requested information and HPI check insisted to say that the data did not match. It’s not my fault their data base is crap and they charge for it!
What do I need to do HPI Check?
Do I need an HPI check if I am buying from a dealer?
- Whether there is any outstanding finance.
- If it has previously been written off.
- Whether it has been previously stolen.
- If the mileage is verified between previous MOTs.
- The number of previous owners.
- The number of number plate and colour changes.
Does HPI Check show accidents?
Will an HPI Check always show if the vehicle has been in an accident? Not always. A vehicle check will only verify if the car has been in a recorded insurance claim and has been “written off”. Most drivers will contact their insurers and report the incident, and the vehicle will then be repaired (if needed).
What is the best way to check a cars history?
The best-known vehicle history reports are sold by Carfax and AutoCheck, but you can get some limited background information for free from several sources. These reports are tied to a car’s vehicle identification number, and the data are collected over the life of the car.
Does HPI Check show ownership?
Your HPI Check does not provide the names of or information pertaining to a vehicle’s previous or current owner(s). Your HPI Check will not provide information on every accident a vehicle has been in. Accident damage is only identified where an insurance company has registered the vehicle as a write-off.
How long does a HPI check take?
How long does it take to get my HPI Check results and how will I receive them? The report is delivered on screen to you immediately after you purchase it. You will also get an email. You should save this email for future reference as you will require the reference number to update your check.
Will a HPI Check Give me the VIN number?
Along with checking the vehicle registration plate, every HPI car check we offer includes a VIN check as well. This inspects whether there are any issues with the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and shows up if there are any problems recorded against it and the vehicle.
Does HPI Check show stolen recovered?
Your HPI Check will not provide any details on the service history of a vehicle. Your HPI Check will not provide any details if the vehicle has been stolen and recovered unless there are outstanding interests or the vehicle was subject to being written off as a total loss by the insurer.
Why is it called a HPI Check on a car?
It’s called a HPI Check because the company HPI (Hire Purchase Investigation) was one of the first to provide vehicle checks for car buyers. Although originally it only checked for outstanding finance, it now covers insurance write-off, mileage and more.
Which is the best company to do a HPI Check?
Today, the HPI Check is the industry standard for vehicle history checks, with over 80 points of information gathered. Other companies such as the AA, RAC and Auto Trader now also provide vehicle information checks.
When do you need a HPI history check?
This is where the HPI vehicle history check is invaluable. This service allows used car buyers to find out more about a car’s history before they commit to a purchase.
What does it mean to have a clear HPI report?
What is HPI Clear? HPI Clear refers to a car, motorbike, van or any other motorised vehicle registered in the UK that has had an HPI Check and showed no adverse data recorded against it. It is the ultimate seal of approval and offers complete peace of mind when buying a second hand car. What’s in a Clear HPI Report?
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