How to Check if a Car Has Been in an Accident?
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Methods to check if a car has been in an accident include: 1. First, check the nameplate to determine the manufacturing year and condition of the car; 2. Loose screws at the radiator frame connection do not necessarily indicate an accident, as they might have been removed for painting or panel beating. However, moved screws or weld points suggest a significant collision; 3. Inspect the rear to see if the sealant is original; 4. Look for signs of glue application, repainting, or excessive uneven spots at seams or any other areas, as these are indicators of welding; 5. Check the mileage. If the car is relatively new with low mileage within a reasonable range, it is unlikely to be an accident car; 6. Any non-removable part that has been deformed due to a collision qualifies the car as an accident car.