Has the engine been replaced?

Yes, the Motorcheck database contains a record of the original engine number for each vehicle when it was recorded at first registration. Determining whether the current engine is the original one is a simple matter of comparing the two numbers which you can do once you’ve purchased your car check report.

If a car has had its engine replaced it’s important that you find out why. Some important questions to consider would be - What was wrong with the original engine? Was the replacement bought new or second hand? Was it fitted by a main dealer? Was it refurbished in any way and is there a warranty in place?”

Only after you have a thorough understanding of the reasons behind the change should you consider buying the car. If you are in any doubt about the mechanical condition of a car we strongly recommend a professional pre-purchase inspection.

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More reasons to Motorcheck it before you regret it:

Check for Outstanding Finance

Check for evidence of Clocking

Check for previous Write-off history

Check for use as a Taxi or Hackney

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