Odometer

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Odometer

What is an odometer?

An odometer is an instrument in a vehicle that displays the total distance the vehicle has travelled since it first started.

This tool monitors mileage for reference and maintenance purposes, helping to assess the vehicle's overall wear and tear over its lifetime.

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What is a full service history?

A full service history is all the paperwork that shows a potential buyer what work has been carried out on a car and when, including the car's service book.

What does a car's electronic control unit do?

An Electronic Control Unit (ECU) controls the electrical systems in a car.

What is a full dealer service history?

A full dealer service history is one that shows that all the servicing, maintenance and repair work done on a car has been carried out at one of the manufacturer’s official dealers.

What is meant by the depreciation of a car?

Depreciation is the difference between the value of a car when you buy it and what it's worth when you come to sell it.