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How do you know if a car has been a write off?

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dug123
dug123 Posts: 297 Forumite
Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker
in Motoring
Hi, I am looking for a second hand car. How would I know if it had been a cat C or D write off?
Does it say on the V5?
I have a fear of being ripped off!
Thank you

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  • TiTheRev
    TiTheRev Posts: 3,215 Forumite
    HPi check or ring an insurance company for a quote...they'll soon tell you!
    :A Luke 6:38 :A
    The above post is either from personal experience or is my opinion based on the person God has made me and the way I understand things. Please don't be offended if that opinion differs from yours, but feel free to click the 'Thanks' button if it's at all helpful!
  • vaio
    vaio Posts: 12,287 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    Assuming the log book was issued after it was written off then it will normally (but not always) say if it's a cat C, log books never mention cat D.

    HPI should show either up but obviously there is an associated cost. I suppose it depends on how much you are planning on spending, and whether you are buying dealer or private.
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