Has my car been involved in an accident ?

i_want_one_of_those_mum

Does anyone know who you could contact to find out if a car has been involved in an accident. HPI only gives cat a b c d but I want a more in depth knowledge if the car has ever had an accident.
Thanks

molerat

The only accident damage that is recorded is as you listed. You would need a thorough examination by an expert to find if any other accident repairs have been carried out.

tim9966

Get a body shop to take a look at it. There are machines that can record the depth of paint, so it's not even then they would suggest it's had a touch up at some point.

paddedjohn

Trace previous owners and ask them.

GAZ237

i_want_one_of_those_mum wrote: »

Does anyone know who you could contact to find out if a car has been involved in an accident. HPI only gives cat a b c d but I want a more in depth knowledge if the car has ever had an accident.
Thanks

Not something that is possible in reality without a professional inspection. Just because a car may of had paintwork in its life. Does not mean its been in an accident.

Your car could not be a cat A or B as it would not be allowed back on the road. C or D means it has been an insurance write off, which will mean its been damaged in some way ( normally accident damage).

Why do you feel the need to find out beyond a HPI check?.

forgotmyname

As above a proper check, But is it worth the cost. New cars with zero miles on the clock can have paint repairs done before the 1st owner gets it.

i_want_one_of_those_mum

Many thanks for all your replies.

Just an on going saga with a dealer tat sold the car as:

No major faults - gearbox replaced within 2 days of getting it
Not been in an accident - creasing in the inner wing join, overspray front end/wing, bonnet does not shut properly.

Going to an independent body shop tomorrow so will find out extent of damage/repairs done.

Thanks once again.

arcon5

If I saw a car advertised as 'has not been in an accident' alarm bells would be ringing