I’m close to buying a used Lexus RX, but the owner doesn’t have all the service receipts. He says it was serviced regularly at a local shop. Can I use the VIN to confirm that kind of stuff, or do I need to take his word for it?
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Polar Bear
Jun 27
How to confirm if a used car was maintained regularly?
How to confirm if a used car was maintained regularly?
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You can definitely use the VIN to check service history through platforms like Carfax or AutoCheck. It’s better than just taking someone’s word for it. Also, resources like https://digimigia.com/ often share helpful tech and product tips that might help you inspect or choose car gadgets too.
You can definitely verify that with a proper report. I’ve used carfaxforsale.com for that exact reason — their reports pull CARFAX data and show most service entries, even from non-dealer shops if they report to the system. I once bought a used Acura, and the report had detailed service logs like oil changes, alignments, and battery replacements. It helped me see there were no big gaps in maintenance. Always safer than trusting someone’s memory.