This report provided free of charge by:

Carolina Family Motors

4.5 / 5.0

This report provided free of charge by:

Carolina Family Motors

2722 Charlotte Hwy

Mooresville, NC 28117

704-228-1537

4.5 / 5.0

History-Based Value Report

History events affecting this vehicle's value

Service History

Damage Brand

Airbag Deployed

Open Recall

$7,010

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Retail

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Vehicle History Report™

US $44.99

2012 KIA OPTIMA EX

VIN:

SEDAN 4 DR

2.4L I4 F DOHC 16V

GASOLINE

FRONT WHEEL DRIVE

Original Window Sticker

This CARFAX Report Provided by:

Carolina Family Motors

4.5 / 5.0

This CARFAX Vehicle History Report is based only on information supplied to CARFAX and available as of 4/25/24 at 5:43:33 AM (CDT). Other information about this vehicle, including problems, may not have been reported to CARFAX. Use this report as one important tool, along with a vehicle inspection and test drive, to make a better decision about your next used car.

Accident / Damage History

Not all accidents / issues are reported to CARFAX

Event 1

03/25/2023

Accident reported: moderate damage
- Vehicle involved in a rear-end collision
- Vehicle disabled
- Vehicle towed
- Multiple airbags deployed

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Event 2

04/25/2023

TOTAL LOSS VEHICLE
- SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUED
- RECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUED
- REBUILT TITLE ISSUED

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Additional History
Not all accidents / issues are reported to CARFAX
Additional History Not all accidents / issues are reported to CARFAX	Owners 1-2	Owner 3	Owner 4
Total Loss Total Loss Reported: 04/25/2023.	No Issues Reported	No Issues Reported	Total Loss Reported
Structural Damage CARFAX recommends that you have this vehicle inspected by a collision repair specialist.	No Issues Reported	No Issues Reported	No Issues Reported
Airbag Deployment Airbag deployment reported: 03/25/2023.	No Issues Reported	Airbag Deployment	No New Issues Reported
Odometer Check No indication of an odometer rollback.	No Issues Indicated	No Issues Indicated	No Issues Indicated
Accident / Damage DMV title problems reported. Accident reported: 03/25/2023.	No Issues Reported	Accident Reported	Severe Damage
Manufacturer Recall At least 1 open recall reported.	No Recalls Reported	Recall Reported	Recall Reported
Basic Warranty Original manufacturer warranty likely voided by manufacturer.	Warranty Active	Warranty Active	Warranty Voided

Title History
Title History	Owners 1-2	Owner 3	Owner 4
Damage Brands Salvage \| Junk \| Rebuilt \| Fire \| Flood \| Hail \| Lemon	No Problem	No Problem	Alert! Problem Found
Odometer Brands Not Actual Mileage \| Exceeds Mechanical Limits	No Problem	No Problem	No Problem
Alert! - Severe problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This vehicle does not qualify for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee.

Ownership History
The number of owners is estimated
Ownership History The number of owners is estimated	Owners 1-2	Owner 3	Owner 4
Year purchased	2011	2021	2023
Type of owner	See Details	Personal	Personal
Estimated length of ownership	9 years 9 months	1 year 1 month	1 month
Owned in the following states/provinces	See Details	South Carolina	North Carolina
Estimated miles driven per year	See Details	no data	no data
Last reported odometer reading	91,900	107,964	109,715

Detailed History

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Owner 1

Purchased: 2011

Personal Vehicle

9,562 mi/yr

Records
Date	Mileage	Source	Comments
Not Reportednot reported	not reported	Kia Motors America, Inc.	Vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer Original Window Sticker
11/16/20114 mi	4 mi	Inspection Station	Exempt from emissions inspection
11/17/2011not reported	not reported	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Pre-delivery inspection completed Vehicle washed/detailed Emissions inspection performed Emissions or safety inspection performed
11/19/2011not reported	not reported	Murray Kia Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania murraykia.com 4.8 / 5.0	Vehicle sold
11/19/2011not reported	not reported	Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept.	Vehicle purchase reported
11/22/2011not reported	not reported	Kingston, Pennsylvania Kingston, Pennsylvania Kingston, Pennsylvania Title Number 70158941PE01Kingston, Pennsylvania	Title issued or updated First owner reported Titled or registered as personal vehicle Loan or lien reported
03/16/20124,227 mi	4,227 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed
06/29/20128,441 mi	8,441 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed
07/09/20128,701 mi	8,701 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Windshield replaced
07/09/2012not reported	not reported	Inspection Station	Exempt from emissions inspection
11/01/2012not reported	not reported	Kingston, Pennsylvania Kingston, Pennsylvania Kingston, Pennsylvania Title Number 70158941PE01Kingston, Pennsylvania	Registration issued or renewed
11/12/201213,521 mi	13,521 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed Tires rotated Wheels checked Emissions inspection performed Emissions or safety inspection performed
11/12/201213,524 mi	13,524 mi	Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
03/08/201317,866 mi	17,866 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed
07/15/201322,869 mi	22,869 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Tires rotated Oil and filter changed
10/23/2013not reported	not reported	Kingston, Pennsylvania Kingston, Pennsylvania Kingston, Pennsylvania Title Number 7015894101 PEKingston, Pennsylvania	Registration issued or renewed
10/28/201327,135 mi	27,135 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed Tires rotated Emissions inspection performed Emissions or safety inspection performed
10/28/2013not reported	not reported	Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
07/30/201435,101 mi	35,101 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed Cabin air filter replaced/cleaned
10/28/2014not reported	not reported	Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Title Number 7015894101 PEConshohocken, Pennsylvania	Title issued or updated Registration updated when owner moved the vehicle to a new location
11/12/2014not reported	not reported	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed Throttle body cleaned/serviced Emissions inspection performed Emissions or safety inspection performed
11/12/201438,403 mi	38,403 mi	Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
12/31/201439,840 mi	39,840 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Tire(s) balanced Tire(s) mounted Four tires replaced Tire(s) replaced
06/19/201542,782 mi	42,782 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed
12/03/2015not reported	not reported	Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Title Number 7015894101 PEPlymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania	Title issued or updated Registration updated when owner moved the vehicle to a new location
12/18/201548,889 mi	48,889 mi	Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
12/19/2015not reported	not reported	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Electrical system checked Oil and filter changed Tires rotated Cabin air filter replaced/cleaned Lights checked Emissions inspection performed Emissions or safety inspection performed
06/27/201652,839 mi	52,839 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Air filter replaced Fuel injection system flushed/serviced Oil and filter changed Wiper(s) replaced Tires rotated Wheels checked
06/28/2016not reported	not reported	Murray Kia Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania murraykia.com 4.8 / 5.0	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed Air filter replaced Tires rotated Fuel injection system flushed/serviced Wiper(s) replaced Wheels checked
10/25/201655,618 mi	55,618 mi	Murray Kia Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania murraykia.com 4.8 / 5.0	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed Body electrical system checked Emissions inspection performed Emissions or safety inspection performed
10/25/2016not reported	not reported	Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
05/01/201760,134 mi	60,134 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Rear brake pads replaced Oil and filter changed
08/18/201763,044 mi	63,044 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Serpentine belt replaced
12/22/201766,037 mi	66,037 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Front brake rotor(s) replaced Front brake pads replaced
12/22/2017not reported	not reported	Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
01/31/201866,691 mi	66,691 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed One tire mounted One tire balanced
09/22/201873,000 mi	73,000 mi	Valvoline Instant Oil Change Kingston, Pennsylvania Kingston, Pennsylvania vioc.com 4.8 / 5.0 125 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Air filter replaced Drain plug gasket replaced Oil and filter changed
11/29/2018not reported	not reported	Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Title Number 7015894101 PEPlymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania	Registration issued or renewed
11/30/2018not reported	not reported	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Oil and filter changed
11/30/201876,065 mi	76,065 mi	Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
06/15/2019not reported	not reported	Norristown, Pennsylvania Norristown, Pennsylvania Norristown, Pennsylvania 4.7 / 5.0 146 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed
11/08/2019not reported	not reported	Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Title Number 7015894101 PEPlymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania	Registration issued or renewed
11/09/201984,611 mi	84,611 mi	Norristown, Pennsylvania Norristown, Pennsylvania Norristown, Pennsylvania 4.7 / 5.0 146 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed
11/23/201984,994 mi	84,994 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Headlight(s) replaced Antifreeze/coolant flushed/changed
11/23/2019not reported	not reported	Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
12/30/2020not reported	not reported	Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Title Number 7015894101 PEPlymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania	Registration issued or renewed
02/25/202189,688 mi	89,688 mi	Raceway Kia of Conshohocken Conshohocken, Pennsylvania Conshohocken, Pennsylvania racewaykiapa.com 4.3 / 5.0 4,719 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Front wiper blades/refills replaced Front brake rotor(s) replaced Front brake pads replaced Brakes checked Emissions or safety inspection performed
02/26/2021not reported	not reported	Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
06/20/202191,721 mi	91,721 mi	Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania 3.7 / 5.0	Vehicle offered for sale
07/02/2021not reported	not reported	Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Title Number 7015894102 JOPlymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania	Title issued or updated Dealer took title of this vehicle while it was in inventory
07/19/202191,722 mi	91,722 mi	John Kennedy Subaru Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania johnkennedysubaru.com/ 3.7 / 5.0	Vehicle serviced Pre-delivery inspection completed Oil and filter changed Wipers/washers checked A/C and heating system checked
Looks like this dealer serviced the car in order to prepare it for sale. That's a good thing!
08/02/202191,738 mi	91,738 mi	Auto Auction	Listed as a dealer vehicle Vehicle sold
08/19/202191,885 mi	91,885 mi	Georgia Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection

Owner 2

Purchased: 2021

Lease Vehicle

Records
Date	Mileage	Source	Comments
09/07/2021not reported	not reported	Phoenix, Arizona Phoenix, Arizona Phoenix, Arizona Title Number A005448800Phoenix, Arizona	Title issued or updated New owner reported Titled or registered as lease vehicle
09/18/2021not reported	not reported	South Carolina Motor Vehicle Dept.	Vehicle purchase reported
09/29/2021not reported	not reported	Meineke Car Care Center Anderson, South Carolina Anderson, South Carolina meineke.com 4.7 / 5.0 537 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Front brake hose(s) replaced Front brake caliper(s) replaced Brake caliper(s) replaced
09/29/202191,900 mi	91,900 mi	Anderson, South Carolina Anderson, South Carolina Anderson, South Carolina Title Number 772020410886572Anderson, South Carolina	Registration issued or renewed

Owner 3

Purchased: 2021

Personal Vehicle

Records
Date	Mileage	Source	Comments
10/05/2021not reported	not reported	Anderson, South Carolina Anderson, South Carolina Anderson, South Carolina Title Number 772020410886572Anderson, South Carolina	Title issued or updated New owner reported Loan or lien reported
03/05/202298,364 mi	98,364 mi	Walmart Auto Care Center Anderson, South Carolina Anderson, South Carolina https://www.walmart.com 4.2 / 5.0	Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed
06/03/2022102,460 mi	102,460 mi	Meineke Car Care Center Anderson, South Carolina Anderson, South Carolina meineke.com 4.7 / 5.0 537 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Maintenance inspection completed Brakes checked Starter replaced
06/22/2022not reported	not reported	Kia Of Anderson Anderson, South Carolina Anderson, South Carolina kiaofanderson.com 4.3 / 5.0 56 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced
07/07/2022104,476 mi	104,476 mi	Walmart Auto Care Center Anderson, South Carolina Anderson, South Carolina https://www.walmart.com 4.3 / 5.0 2 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed
08/01/2022not reported	not reported	Kia Motors America, Inc.	Manufacturer Safety Recall issued NHTSA #22V560 Recall #SC245 SC245 HEADLINER PLATES Status: Remedy Available Locate an authorized Kia dealer near you to schedule an appointment
10/23/2022not reported	not reported	Anderson, South Carolina Anderson, South Carolina Anderson, South Carolina Title Number 772020410886572Anderson, South Carolina	Title issued or updated Registration issued or renewed Loan or lien reported
11/21/2022107,623 mi	107,623 mi	Auto Auction	Vehicle sold
12/09/2022107,651 mi	107,651 mi	Auto Lube & Repair LLC Mooresville, North Carolina Mooresville, North Carolina autolubeandrepair.com/ 4.3 / 5.0 159 Customer Favorites	Vehicle serviced Steering/suspension checked Airbag clockspring/reel replaced Alignment performed Emissions or safety inspection performed
01/17/2023not reported	not reported	Carolina Family Motors Mooresville, North Carolina Mooresville, North Carolina carolinafamilymotors.com/ 4.5 / 5.0	Vehicle offered for sale
03/04/2023107,964 mi	107,964 mi	Cornelius, North Carolina Cornelius, North Carolina Cornelius, North Carolina	Odometer reading reported
03/25/2023not reported	not reported	Damage Report	Accident reported: moderate damage Vehicle involved in a rear-end collision Damage to front Damage to right front Vehicle disabled Vehicle towed Multiple airbags deployed CARFAX Airbag Tips
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Owner 4

Purchased: 2023

Personal Vehicle

Records
Date	Mileage	Source	Comments
03/25/2023109,715 mi	109,715 mi	China Grove, North Carolina China Grove, North Carolina China Grove, North Carolina	Odometer reading reported
03/27/2023not reported	not reported	Cornelius, North Carolina Cornelius, North Carolina Cornelius, North Carolina Title Number 777544230860077Cornelius, North Carolina	Title or registration issued New owner reported
04/25/2023not reported	not reported	North Carolina Motor Vehicle Dept.	Title or registration issued to insurance company
04/25/2023not reported	not reported	China Grove, North Carolina China Grove, North Carolina China Grove, North Carolina Title Number 402152231151332China Grove, North Carolina	TOTAL LOSS VEHICLE SALVAGE TITLE/CERTIFICATE ISSUED RECONSTRUCTED TITLE ISSUED REBUILT TITLE ISSUED
There are many reasons an insurance company will declare a vehicle a total loss. Have this vehicle inspected by a qualified technician before you buy. Learn More
09/25/2023not reported	not reported	Kia Motors America, Inc.	Manufacturer Safety Recall issued NHTSA #23V652 Recall #SC284QF HECU FUSE Status: Remedy Available Locate an authorized Kia dealer near you to schedule an appointment

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Accident Indicator

CARFAX receives information about accidents in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Canada.

Not every accident is reported to CARFAX. As details about the accident become available, those additional details are added to the CARFAX Vehicle History Report. CARFAX recommends that you have this vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic.

According to the National Safety Council, Injury Facts, 2021 edition, 5% of the 276 million registered vehicles in the U.S. were involved in an accident in 2019. Over 77% of these were considered minor or moderate.
This CARFAX Vehicle History Report is based only on information supplied to CARFAX and available as of 4/25/24 at 5:43:33 AM (CDT). Other information about this vehicle, including problems, may not have been reported to CARFAX. Use this report as one important tool, along with a vehicle inspection and test drive, to make a better decision about your next used car.

Airbag Deployment

Occurs when the driver, passenger or side airbag has been used or deployed during a crash or other incident. If an airbag has been deployed, it must be replaced by a qualified technician. Have this car inspected by a mechanic prior to purchase.

Damage Indicator

Damage can be a result of many different types of events. Examples include contact with objects (other cars, trees, traffic signs, road debris, etc), vandalism, or weather-related events. Not every damage event is reported to CARFAX. As details about the damage event become available, those additional details are added to the CARFAX Vehicle History Report. CARFAX recommends that you have this vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic.

This CARFAX Vehicle History Report is based only on information supplied to CARFAX and available as of 4/25/24 at 5:43:33 AM (CDT). Other information about this vehicle, including problems, may not have been reported to CARFAX. Use this report as one important tool, along with a vehicle inspection and test drive, to make a better decision about your next used car.

Damage Severity

Damage events result in one of the following severity levels:

Minor: Generally, minor damage is cosmetic (including dents or scratches), may only require reconditioning, and typically does not compromise a vehicle's operation and/or safety.
Moderate: Moderate damage may affect multiple components of the vehicle and may impair the vehicle's operation and/or safety.
Severe: Severe damage usually affects multiple components of the vehicle and is likely to compromise the vehicle's operation and/or safety.

CARFAX recommends getting a pre-purchase inspection at a certified collision repair facility.

First Owner

When the first owner(s) obtains a title from a Department of Motor Vehicles as proof of ownership.

Lease

When someone leases a car from a dealer, the dealer actually sells the vehicle to a leasing company. The leasing company then collects payments for the vehicle from the new owner for 24, 36, 48 or more months. A leasing company can be an independent car dealer or a car manufacturer.

Manufacturer Recall

Automobile manufacturers issue recall notices to inform vehicle owners of a safety defect or failure to meet minimum federal safety or emissions standards. Manufacturer recalls are repaired at no cost to the customer.

New Owner Reported

When a vehicle is sold to a new owner, the Title must be transferred to the new owner(s) at a Department of Motor Vehicles.

Ownership History

CARFAX defines an owner as an individual or business that possesses and uses a vehicle. Not all title transactions represent changes in ownership. To provide estimated number of owners, CARFAX proprietary technology analyzes all the events in a vehicle history. Estimated ownership is available for vehicles manufactured after 1991 and titled solely in the US including Puerto Rico. Dealers sometimes opt to take ownership of a vehicle and are required to in the following states: Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and South Dakota. Please consider this as you review a vehicle's estimated ownership history.

Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title

A Rebuilt/Reconstructed vehicle is a salvage vehicle that has been repaired and restored to operation. These vehicles are often severely damaged before they are rebuilt and refurbished parts are typically used during reconstruction. In most states, an inspection of the vehicle is required before the vehicle is allowed to return to the road.

Salvage Title

A Salvage Title is issued on a vehicle damaged to the extent that the cost of repairing the vehicle exceeds approximately 75% of its pre-damage value. This damage threshold may vary by state. Some states treat Junk titles the same as Salvage but the majority use this title to indicate that a vehicle is not road worthy and cannot be titled again in that state. The following eleven states also use Salvage titles to identify stolen vehicles - AZ, FL, GA, IL, MD, MN, NJ, NM, NY, OK and OR.

Title Issued

A state issues a title to provide a vehicle owner with proof of ownership. Each title has a unique number. Each title or registration record on a CARFAX report does not necessarily indicate a change in ownership. In Canada, a registration and bill of sale are used as proof of ownership.

Total Loss Vehicle

An insurance or fleet company declares a vehicle a total loss when a claim exceeds approximately 75% of its pre-damage value or if the vehicle is stolen and not recovered. This damage threshold varies by company. These companies typically take possession and obtain the title. Not all total loss vehicles result in a DMV-reported branded title. This may occur when an insurance company's definition of a total loss is different than the state DMV's definition for a branded title or when the owner of the vehicle is a self-insured company, like a fleet or rental company.

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History events affecting this vehicle's value

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Additional History

Title History

Ownership History

Detailed History

Owner 1

Owner 2

Owner 3

Damage Severity Scale

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Owner 4

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