Buying a used car: documents checklist

• Seller's photo ID, matched to the name on the ownership papers
• Registration certificate or title in the seller's name
• Vehicle identification number (VIN) checked against the papers and the car
• Service history and maintenance records
• Valid inspection, roadworthiness or emissions certificate, where your country requires one
• Vehicle history reportIt can show accidents, loans and mileage records.
• Proof that there are no loans or liens on the car
• Written sale agreement and payment receipt
• Insurance for the car before you drive it
• Forms to transfer ownership and register the car in your name

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