How not to buy a stolen car

To not purchase a stolen car, you need to follow the simple rules.

First, it is necessary to verify VIN number used car is 17 digits, which identify the vehicle. It is specified in the technical documentation and in the car (depending on the brand in different places).

In addition, in any case, you need to check the chassis number with the one specified in the data sheet. There should be no scuffs, scratches or patches.

Next is to check the marking of the glass on the Windows. And in any case do not spare money for the test specialists. They will make the final verdict. Doubt should call the cars that are sold at a lower price than the market, and that sell in the big cities, although they are registered in the province.

First, the car can be checked on the official website of the Ministry of internal Affairs, under “vehicles wanted” . There you can enter the number of the mark, the chassis number or chassis and thus to make sure whether car wanted in connection with the illegal acquisition. To execute a contract of sale need an experienced notary.

If a person purchased a stolen car, he takes the risk to be under investigation. Law enforcement officers confiscated a car, will find out all the details. Can be a long legal battle. Article 289 of the criminal code of Ukraine explains that the illegal acquisition of a vehicle for any purpose shall be punished by a fine of 1000 to 1200 tax-free minimum incomes of citizens (and that’s 17000 – 20400000 hryvnia) or imprisonment for a term of three to five years.

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