Why a full-service history is vital when buying second-hand?

We are always told to not buy a car without a full-service history, but will it really make a difference?

Motus Select highlights why service history is crucial when buying a used car:
• If there is no service history, there is a possibility that a used car has been ‘clocked.’
Clocking is the process of lowering a vehicle’s recorded mileage to make it appear newer and more appealing to prospective buyers.

• A service history demonstrates that the current or previous owner cared for it and was organised when it came to car maintenance.
While this is not a guarantee that the vehicle is in perfect condition, it is a promising sign.

• Purchasing a car with extensive service history, means that the vehicle may be sold at the full requested price.
The lack of a service history can reduce the value of a vehicle by up to 20%.

• Manufacturers will honour warranties on any components that fail if the car has been properly maintained and used.

• The better maintained the vehicle is, the more likely it is to function properly for many more years to come.

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