How to Read a CARFAX® Vehicle History Report

When you’re shopping for a used car, a great way to measure the car’s condition is to read its CARFAX® Vehicle History Report. If you don’t know what these reports can tell you, our team at Andy Mohr Automotive wants to show you what you can discover.

Read more to learn how a CARFAX® Vehicle History Report can help Indianapolis, Plainfield, and Bloomington area drivers.

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What a CARFAX® Vehicle History Report Has to Offer

A CARFAX® Vehicle History Report can tell you several important facts about a vehicle that may not be readily apparent simply by looking at it. Chief among this is an accident report. When reading your car’s history, you’ll be able to see what accidents it has been in.

Another thing to pay attention to in your car’s report is the number of owners. Multiple owners can mean that a car has been through a lot more driving and maybe inconsistent maintenance. In order to ensure that your used car is in the best condition possible, making sure it was owned by one person is ideal.

Finally, CARFAX® makes it easy for drivers to see if there are any recalls out on your car. If your model has a consistent malfunction, the manufacturer may have requested that you bring the car in for service. Purchasing a used car with a recall out on it will mean that you’ll have to have it serviced as soon as possible.

How to Access Your CARFAX® Vehicle History Report

If you’re looking to get ahold of your car’s CARFAX® Vehicle History Report, you’re going to want to find the VIN of the car you’re looking at. This can be found pretty easily as it’s usually on a sticker along the car’s door.

When you have your VIN, you’ll want to visit a car report website and search for your car’s VIN. From there, you’ll be able to access a full report listing all the notable aspects of your car’s history. It’s always good to search for your car’s history report before going in to fully purchase your car.

To make shopping even easier, our dealership will supply you with a CARFAX® Vehicle History Report for each of our used vehicles. Simply visit our online used inventory and click on the CARFAX® symbol at the bottom of the listing.

Why You Should Read the History Report

Oftentimes when you’re looking at your car, it’s not always apparent what it’s been through. Whether it’s been in an accident or it’s had a history that you’re not sure about, a car report will keep you well informed.

Plus, learning your car’s history report is as easy as finding your car’s VIN, which should be readily available. Reading your CARFAX® Vehicle History Report is just an easy step towards making an informed buying decision.

Learn More About Your Car with a CARFAX® Vehicle History Report

Buying a used car is a great decision; however, it’s always important to know everything about the car’s condition. Andy Mohr Automotive wants to keep Indianapolis, Plainfield, and Bloomington drivers informed on their car history.

If you’re interested in a car on our lot, learn more about it by reading its history report.

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