Can a car involved in a fatal accident be traced after transfer?
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It can be traced. You can inquire at the vehicle management office or traffic police department. Below is relevant information about vehicle transfer: Introduction: Vehicle transfer refers to the change of ownership of a vehicle. When buying a used car, besides checking the condition of the car, the most important step is completing the transfer procedures. Principle: Every car has a fixed registration, which mainly records the owner and address of the car, as well as some relevant car parameters. When there are issues with the car, such as involvement in an accident, failure to undergo annual inspection, being a stolen vehicle, or a smuggled vehicle, the transfer cannot proceed through normal procedures.
I've been repairing cars for over a decade and have worked on countless vehicles, especially those involved in fatal accidents. Even if a car that killed someone changes ownership, the records can't be erased. Each vehicle's VIN is unique, serving as its ID number, and major accident records are permanently stored in the traffic management system. Transferring ownership only changes the registered owner's name—the records remain intact. As technicians, we always check a car's history before repairs to avoid handling second-hand accident vehicles with serious safety risks. I advise potential buyers to check vehicle records at the DMV or purchase a professional report, like a cheap accident certificate. Once, a client skipped the history check to save time, only to discover the car had been to a morgue after a fatal crash—he sold it at a loss and lost sleep for days. Vehicle reports also reveal repair details and collision counts, helping you avoid high-risk cars. Don't just trust the seller—do your own research for peace of mind.
