In today’s automotive industry, transparency and accuracy are essential, especially when it comes to buying, selling, or insuring vehicles. Imagine buying a vehicle without knowing where it has reached, how many hands have used it and the local counts of registration, or whether it’s been in an accident. A vehicle may look shiny and perfect on the surface, but without a way to verify its past, you’re left taking a huge risk.
With a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), your car’s fingerprint; you can tell the story of the vehicle’s life. AutoVIN VHR will get you a detailed and comprehensive global and local vehicle history report about the past of the vehicle.
The global vehicle history report and the local vehicle history report serve different purposes and provide varying levels of detail about a vehicle’s past.
Global Vehicle History Report
1. Scope: This report covers a vehicle’s history on an international scale. It includes data from multiple countries and regions, which is crucial for imported vehicles or those that have changed hands across borders.
2. Data Sources: Information may come from various sources, including national motor vehicle registries, insurance companies, and law enforcement agencies.
3. Content: It typically includes accident history, title information, odometer readings, and any recalls. It can also reveal issues like theft or major repairs that may not be documented locally.
4. Benefits: Ideal for buyers considering vehicles from different countries or regions, it provides a comprehensive view, helping to avoid scams or vehicles with hidden problems.
Local Vehicle History Report [Nigeria Records]
1. Scope: This report focuses on a vehicle’s history within Nigeria, such as a state or city.
2. Content: It includes details like registration history, local accident reports, and service records from local mechanics and sales history.
3. Benefits: Useful for buyers in the local market, as it provides insight into how the vehicle has been maintained, how many hands have used the vehicle and any issues it may have faced.
Conclusion
While both reports can be valuable, their usefulness largely depends on the buyer’s needs. A global report is crucial for Internationally used vehicles that has just been imported into the country, while local reports are for vehicles that has changed hands/ownership in Nigeria. It’s a good practice to consider both when purchasing a used vehicle, as they together provide a more complete picture of a vehicle’s history
We provide vehicle history reports at affordable rates for your peace of mind. Feel free to stop in and take a look at our report Autovin. Send a mail to info@autovin.com.ng or call +234(0) 915 1858 628
