We are frequently advised not to purchase a vehicle without a service history to avoid disappointment at a later stage.
Here are some reasons why a service history is important:
There is always the chance that a used car has been ‘clocked’ if there is no service history. Clocking is the practice of lowering a vehicle’s registered mileage to make it appear newer and more desirable to potential purchasers.
A service history indicates how well-maintained and organised the vehicle was under its former owner’s care. This is a hopeful sign, but it does not guarantee that the car is in perfect condition.
If you choose to purchase a used car with a service history, there is no need to reduce the price of the automobile if you decide to sell it in the future. A vehicle’s value can drop by up to 20% if it has no service history.
If the vehicle has been used and maintained properly, manufacturers will stand behind their warranties on parts that malfunction.
The more maintenance is done, the more probable it is that the vehicle will continue to run smoothly for many years to come.
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