Learn About Title Brands And Say Goodbye To Guesswork

Time comes to stop guessing about what this and this term means .
You can just check up the Autocheck glossary and you will see all the definitions
For example:
Abandoned
Any registered vehicle, trailer or semi-trailer, whether lost, stolen, abandoned or otherwise unclaimed, which has been abandoned on a public highway, public property or elsewhere within the state, including private property.

Brands or Branded
Words or symbols on the vehicle's official title issued by the state DMV that signify the vehicle's status or condition. Examples of brands include, junked, salvaged, lemon, rebuilt or reconstructed vehicles; flood, hail, or fire damaged vehicles; totaled vehicles; vehicles with odometers that have been rolled back or exceed mechanical limits; stolen or abandoned vehicles.

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Please see more information:
http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

Learn About Title Brands And Say Goodbye To Guesswork

For people who face difficulties with VIN term, it is a revelation!

What is a vehicle identification
number (VIN)?
VIN Example
The car's vehicle identification number (VIN) is the identifying code for a SPECIFIC automobile. The VIN serves as the car's fingerprint, as no two vehicles in operation have the same VIN. A VIN is composed of 17 characters (digits and capital letters) that act as a unique identifier for the vehicle. A VIN displays the car's unique features, specifications and manufacturer. The VIN can be used to track recalls, registrations, warranty claims, thefts and insurance coverage.
What if the VIN is not 17 characters long?
Double-check to make sure that you have the right VIN and have copied it down correctly. Once you have verified that the VIN is definitely less than 17 characters, the VIN is most likely from a pre-1981 vehicle.
Prior to 1981, VINs varied in length from 11 to 17 characters. AutoCheck can only report on vehicles that use a 17 character VIN. Therefore, information on vehicles manufactured before 1981 is limited.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/vinbasics

Learn About Title Brands And Say Goodbye To Guesswork

Hello, guys! here are some clarifications about how to read VIN number
What do the numbers and letters in a VIN mean?
What do the 17 digits in a VIN mean? See the breakdown below of the meaning behind each segment of the VIN:
http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/vinbasics

Some more information about VIN number

Where Can I Find the VIN?
The VIN can be found by looking at the dashboard on the driver's side of the vehicle. The easiest way to view it is to stand outside the vehicle on the driver's side and look at the corner of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. If the VIN cannot be found there, open the driver's side door and look at the door post (where the door latches when it is closed). It is likely that the VIN will also be displayed in this location. See the image below:
how to find the vin number
Look for the VIN in these other locations:
Insurance card/Insurance policy
Vehicle title and registration

You can obtain a free VIN check by entering it in the VIN check box below under "Run an AutoCheck® vehicle history report." Enter your VIN in the space provided and click "Check VIN." (You can obtain your free VIN check without having to purchase anything.)
Above the order form, you will be able to view the year, make, model, style and country of assembly for your VIN. In addition, you will also be told how many vehicle history records there are for this vehicle. To view a full vehicle history report, choose one of the report options and fill out your information to purchase the package you want.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/vinbasics

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Learn About Title Brands And Say Goodbye To Guesswork
It is time to learn new information about AutoCheck’s Unique Data Sources!

Make a better used car buying decision with industrial strength data from Experian Automotive.
State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV’s
Identify important issues like title problems, accidents, or potential fraud that may help you uncover problems.
Branded titles, including salvage/junk, flood, hail, storm, fire damage and more
Manufacturer buybacks or lemon titles
Odometer rollback or not actual miles
City and state of previous registration, number of owners
Accidents and damage reports, stolen vehicles
Rental , taxi, lease, or government use
Lien information, ownership transfers

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Auto Auctions - Wholesale

AutoCheck gets data from auto auctions -- companies that act as vehicle clearinghouses and help you get the vehicle you want by providing retail dealers with cars and trucks that sell best at their store. A vehicle that has been through one or more auctions simply is being moved from one market to another, and does not reflect the overall condition of the vehicle.
http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

AutoCheck Score®
The AutoCheck Score is a numerical rating that allows you to quickly and easily evaluate all of the vehicle's history data in one convenient score. The AutoCheck Score helps you assess a vehicle’s predicted reliability and compare it to similar cars in its class. The information helps to:
Compare vehicles of similar class and age based on a scale of 1 to 100
Predict the reliability that your car will be on the road in 5 years
Understand a vehicle’s reliability as it pertains to vehicle age, number of owners, accidents and other factors
Lower the risk of buying a vehicle with undetected problems
http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

Brands or Branded
Words or symbols on the vehicle's official title issued by the state DMV that signify the vehicle's status or condition. Examples of brands include, junked, salvaged, lemon, rebuilt or reconstructed vehicles; flood, hail, or fire damaged vehicles; totaled vehicles; vehicles with odometers that have been rolled back or exceed mechanical limits; stolen or abandoned vehicles.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

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Calculated Accidents
Experian receives reported accident/damage information from a number of sources. Sometimes more than one source reports the same incident, which may have different event dates, case numbers or event locations. Other events do not have a date reported and could have happened at any point in the vehicle's history. AutoCheck calculates the number of accidents or damage events, so a report might show two or more reported accident or damage records for the same event. Not all accidents or damage events are reported to AutoCheck. It is recommended to have pre-owned vehicles inspected by a third party prior to purchase.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

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Corrected Title
The State DMV has issued a corrected title for the vehicle. Corrected title is defined differently depending on the state. In some states, a corrected title will be issued for removing or adding an owner’s name due to divorce, death or marriage. In other states, details about the vehicle, such as incorrect odometer readings, can result in a corrected title being issued. A corrected title can also be issued when a lien is placed on the vehicle’s title.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

Duplicate Title
The vehicle had a duplicate title issued by the DMV. A duplicate title is sometimes issued because the vehicle’s original title is missing.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

DO YOU KNOW WHAT THESE TERMS MEAN? TIME TO FIND OUT!
Excluded / Exempt
States may exempt the requirement to report mileage on the title (normal/mandatory odometer law) for the following reasons:
Vehicle model year is 10 years or older
Gross weight of vehicle over 16000 lbs.
Vehicle is titled to the manufacturer

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

DO YOU KNOW WHAT IS FIRE DAMAGE TITLE?

Fire Damage
The vehicle has sustained damage due to a fire, and a title brand has been issued by the state. This displays in the Title and ProblemCheck section of AutoCheck.
Fire Damage Incident
A fire damage incident has been reported by an independent source for the vehicle. This displays in the Vehicle Use and EventCheck section of AutoCheck.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

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Independent Inspection
The vehicle was inspected by an independent agency other than a state DMV.
Independent Inspection/Theft Deterrent Equipped
The vehicle has been inspected by an independent agency other than the state DMV and found to be equipped with an anti-theft device.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

WHAT IS JUNK?

Junk
The vehicle's parts have been salvaged for reuse and the remainder of the vehicle has been destroyed or scrapped. This vehicle has been declared a total loss, is not road worthy and should not be titled again for use on the road.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

WHAT IS A LEMON CAR?

Lemon
The definition of a lemon vehicle and lemon laws vary by state. In general, a lemon car is often a new vehicle that requires repeated repairs for the same defect without successful resolution. The defect may significantly impact the safety, value or reliability of the car. Lemon laws protect the rights of buyers of vehicles that don’t operate properly and require repeated repairs for the same problem(s). In some states lemon laws compel auto manufacturers to buy back or exchange the lemon vehicle.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

WHAT IS LOAN?
Loan/Lien
A loan/lien is the legal right to take and hold or sell the vehicle of a debtor as security or payment for a debt. Normally, a vehicle will have a lien due to a loan or unpaid repair bill against the vehicle. Check with the seller to ensure that the lien has been satisfied.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

ANOTHER BOUT OF INFORMATION


NHTSA Crash Test Vehicle
The vehicle was used for NHTSA crash testing to measure the safety of the vehicle and its passengers.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

Odometer Problem
The vehicle has odometer-related problems. These may include discrepancies such as not actual miles, a broken odometer, exceeding a vehicle's mechanical limits, a mileage discrepancy, or suspect miles.
http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

Open Recall
A recall is considered "open" for a vehicle when it has not received the required service to correct the safety concern. The vehicle will need to be taken to a repair center that has been authorized by the manufacturer to correct any open recall conditions.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

Passed Emission Inspection
The vehicle passed a required state emission inspection.
Passed Safety Inspection
The vehicle passed a required state safety inspection.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

Rebodied Vehicle
A rebodied vehicle is defined as a vehicle which has been assembled using a new body or new major component part, which must be identical to the body or major component part used on the original vehicle. A rebodied vehicle may not be a salvage, rebuilt, or junked vehicle.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

FOR THOSE WHO ENCOUNTERED THE "REBUILT" TERM

Rebuilt/Rebuildable
The vehicle was a salvaged vehicle that was refurbished with new or used parts. An affidavit of repair from the rebuilder or individual making the repairs, stating what repairs were made to the vehicle and that the vehicle is now rebuilt and road operable, may be required to obtain a rebuilt/rebuildable title. These vehicles must also pass a state safety inspection before being allowed back on the road.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

WHO KNOWS WHAT IS RECALL?

Recall
A safety recall can be independently conducted by a manufacturer or ordered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In either case, the manufacturer must file a public report containing a description of the issue, the vehicles involved, and other information including a description of the solution. The manufacturer is obligated to provide a free remedy for vehicles involved in a safety recall.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

Remanufactured
A vehicle that has been constructed specifically by a licensed remanufacturer and consists of any used or reconditioned integral parts, including, but not limited to, frame, engine, transmission, axles, brakes, or suspension. This does not generally include repaired or restored vehicles, or those modified by replacing or adding parts or accessories.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

Safety Inspection
A state safety office has inspected the vehicle. A state safety inspection may include a check of: brakes, steering, tires, lights, engine, transmission, electrical and other systems.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

WHAT VEHICLES ARE CONSIDERED SALVAGE?

Salvaged
A salvage vehicle is a vehicle that has been wrecked or damaged beyond repair; declared a total loss by the insurer; or declared a total loss by reason of theft. When an insurance company as a result of a total loss settlement acquires a vehicle, the insurance company must apply for a Salvage Certificate. If the owner retains possession of a salvage vehicle, the owner must obtain a Salvage Certificate before receiving a total loss statement from the insurance company.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

Storm Area Registration/Title
Storm registration/title refers to information reported to us that a vehicle was registered or titled prior to the storm event in a FEMA designated storm damaged area. Storm events can include hurricanes, floods and other natural disasters. While a vehicle may have been reported as titled or registered in an affected area, it may not have been damaged by the storm, or it may have been moved to safety during the storm. We recommend a thorough professional inspection of the vehicle to confirm no storm damage.

http://www.autocheck.com/vehiclehistory/autocheck/en/glossary

AutoCheck Score®
The AutoCheck Score is a numerical rating that allows you to quickly and easily evaluate all of the vehicle's history data in one convenient score. The AutoCheck Score helps you assess a vehicle’s predicted reliability and compare it to similar cars in its class. The information helps to:
Compare vehicles of similar class and age based on a scale of 1 to 100
Predict the reliability that your car will be on the road in 5 years
Understand a vehicle’s reliability as it pertains to vehicle age, number of owners, accidents and other factors
Lower the risk of buying a vehicle with undetected problems