The UK’s leading vehicle check company has warned that Government plans to extend the period before new cars must take an MOT test from three years to four would be an open invitation to fraudsters.
HPI says the proposals which were announced in the Chancellor’s budget could see clockers, who turn back the mileage on used cars before selling them on to unsuspecting buyers, could take advantage of the extension period.
HPI Managing Director Neil Hodson said, “There are clearly some safety concerns surrounding the idea of extending the MoT period by a further 12 months, but there is also an increased risk of fraud.”
“The reality is that around a third of all cars checked by the trade with HPI are found to have a mileage discrepancy within the first three years of their life. Extending the period for a further fourth year, would see the number of pre-MoT cars with a suspect mileage, increasing, putting used car buyers at significant risk.”
“Turning back the miles allows fraudsters to push the price up on a vehicle. An unsuspecting buyer won’t realise they’ve just paid over the odds for a vehicle that’s done more miles than the odometer suggests, meaning more wear and tear and potentially, expensive repairs.”
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