How to confirm if a used car was maintained regularly?

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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Carl Jhons

Jul 29

When I was shopping for a reliable sedan for my daughter, I didn’t want to take any risks. I used https://cheapvinreport.com/ to get a full VIN report on a car we found online. It showed everything—from minor accidents and service records to the fact it was used as a rental vehicle. That info gave us a much clearer picture and helped us negotiate a better deal. It made the whole process way less stressful.

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Oct 25

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To ensure that the used car has been regularly serviced, ask the seller for the service book, service station receipts, and check the car's history through CARFAX Canada for maintenance and repair data. If you plan to use the car abroad and need to legalize documents such as purchase agreements or certificates, contact Apostille Canada from the Legalization Service Centre, which will quickly issue an apostille through Global Affairs Canada or provincial authorities. This will save you time and allow you to focus on a safe transaction!