When buying a used car, it must be recognized that there is always some risk involved. Of course, it is not a very pleasant situation if it turns out that the car has been stolen. But you may well insure yourself before buying, and after checking, protect yourself from buying a stolen car.
Before buying a used car, you can and even need to check it for theft by VIN-code. You can contact a company that provides such services, but it is better to check the car at the traffic police. To do this, you need to drive the purchased car to the stationary traffic police post. The car should be parked so that the employee can see it through the windows of the post. And ask the staff to check it for theft. They have no right to refuse you.
In addition to the official check, there are some more everyday tips on how to protect yourself from buying a stolen car. You should check the body and engine numbers yourself, they should be without visible signs of changes, scuffs, welding, and so on. Letters and numbers must be the same size and depth. If the car is not very old, the dealer should give you two factory keys. And, of course, you should be careful about the price, as temptingly low offers are usually fraught with trouble.
In addition, you need to check the car for bail, using the appropriate online services, and inquire about the seller's credit history. Trouble can be presented by the tax service in case of non-payment of transport tax, you can check this information on the website of the Federal Tax Service.
