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State Title Brand
Auction Brand / Issues
Structural Damage
Accident / Damage
Multiple Damage Events
Open Recall Check
Insurance Loss / Transfer
Odometer Check
Last reported odometer: 139,461 (01/27/2026)
Certified Pre-Owned
Service / Repair
27 Service Record(s) Reported
Additional History
Lien Reported
This vehicle is eligible for Buyback Protection
Due to the vehicle’s history showing no reported major state title brands. Terms & Conditions
Accident & DamageBack To Top
Airbag Deployed
Structural Damage
Overturned
Severe
| Damage Date | Damage Type | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| 12/27/2018 | Collision | Unknown |
| 04/18/2023 | Structural Damage | Severe |
| 01/10/2025 | Structural Damage | Severe |
| 03/26/2025 | Collision | Minor |
| 06/01/2025 | Collision | Minor |
| 10/07/2025 | Collision | Minor |
| 01/17/2026 | Other | Unknown |
Accident or damage event(s) have been reported for this vehicle to Experian AutoCheck. An inspection may provide added confidence in the vehicle's condition before purchase.
Service History
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Service History Summary
Below is a summary of services that have been reported for this vehicle. Please note that not all maintenance events are reported to Experian AutoCheck.
Regular Oil Changes
- 7 oil services reported
- Last oil service reported 12/28/2023
Fluids Maintained
- 2 coolant flushes
- Last fluid maintained 11/25/2023
Brakes Maintained
- 6 brake pad replacements
- Brake last maintained on 12/28/2023
Tires Maintained
Information not available.
A/C & Climate Control
- 2 A/C services reported
- A/C system last serviced 12/28/2023
Other Services
- Cabin air filter replaced on 11/25/2023
- Battery replaced on 12/28/2023
OEM Recommended Services
138000 Mile Service
- Replace engine oil and filter
142500 Mile Service Not Yet Due
- Check if Fuel Additive is required (Only necessary if TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available. Add'l cost if needed)
- Inspect air cleaner filter
- Inspect vacuum hoses
Odometer CheckBack To Top
No odometer brands, rollbacks, rollover or tampering has been reported to AutoCheck from state Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or auction sources. AutoCheck also examined the sequence of reported odometer readings to determine if there are any potential discrepancies.
No issues reported
No issues reported
No issues reported
Detailed Vehicle History Back To Top
Vehicle: 2015 Kia Optima EX (5XXGN4A70FG468868) Report Run Date: 06/05/2026 22:37:05 EDT
| Event Date | Location | Odometer | Data Source | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2015 | CA | 6 | Independent Repair Center | Vehicle Serviced or Inspected | |
| 05/22/2015 | CA | 25 | Dealer Record | Vehicle in Dealer Inventory | |
| 05/22/2015 | CA | Independent Repair Center |
Vehicle Detailed Tires or Wheels Service Performed |
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| 05/22/2015 | CA | 25 | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Odometer Reading from DMV |
| Event Date | Location | Odometer | Data Source | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2015 | RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal(Leased Vehicle) | ||
| 06/11/2015 | CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Title(Leased Vehicle)(Lien Reported) | ||
| 06/15/2015 | CA | Independent Repair Center | Vehicle Serviced or Inspected | ||
| 06/15/2015 | CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Title(Leased Vehicle)(Lien Reported) | ||
| 12/15/2015 | CA | 5,582 | Independent Repair Center | Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection | |
| 12/15/2015 | CA | Independent Repair Center | Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed | ||
| 06/24/2016 | MISSION VIEJO, CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal(Leased Vehicle) | ||
| 12/22/2017 | LAKE FOREST, CA | 33,108 | Independent Repair Center | Vehicle Serviced or Inspected | |
| 05/23/2018 | CA | 37,185 | Independent Repair Center | Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection | |
| 07/21/2018 | PACIFIC SW REGION | 37,197 | Auto Auction | Reported at Auto Auction | |
| 07/23/2018 | CA | 37,197 | Auto Auction | Auction Announced as Fleet/Lease(COLOR REPORTED AS GREY) | |
| 07/30/2018 | GAFFNEY, SC | 37,197 | Dealer Service | Tires or Wheels Service Performed | |
| 11/15/2018 | CA | 37,221 | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Odometer Reading from DMV |
| Event Date | Location | Odometer | Data Source | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/13/2018 | CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. |
Title(Leased Vehicle)(Lien Reported) Registration Event/Renewal(Leased Vehicle) |
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| 12/27/2018 | CA | State Agency |
Accident Reported, Event Date is Date Reported to AutoCheck |
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| 01/18/2019 | PACIFIC SW REGION | 39,528 | Auto Auction | Reported at Auto Auction | |
| 04/14/2020 | CA | 39,528 | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Odometer Reading from DMV | |
| 04/28/2020 | SAN DIEGO, CA | 39,848 | Service Record | Battery Serviced or Replaced | |
| 04/28/2020 | SAN DIEGO, CA | Service Record |
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Engine Serviced Brakes Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed |
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| 04/29/2020 | CA | Service Record |
Vehicle Inspected Battery Serviced or Replaced Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced Brakes Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed Promotional Service Performed |
| Event Date | Location | Odometer | Data Source | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/28/2020 | SAN DIEGO, CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. |
Title(Lien Reported) Registration Event/Renewal |
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| 09/10/2020 | SAN DIEGO, CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 11/26/2020 | SAN DIEGO, CA | 45,291 | Service Record | Battery Serviced or Replaced | |
| 11/26/2020 | SAN DIEGO, CA | Service Record |
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Engine Serviced Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced Brakes Serviced Lights or Signals Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed |
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| 11/27/2020 | CA | Service Record |
Vehicle Inspected Battery Serviced or Replaced Vehicle Recall Service Performed Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced Brakes Serviced Electrical System Serviced Lights or Signals Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed |
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| 02/24/2021 | SAN DIEGO, CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 06/19/2021 | CA | 52,164 | Service Record | Vehicle Inspected | |
| 06/19/2021 | SAN DIEGO, CA | Service Record |
Air Filter Changed Battery Serviced or Replaced Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Engine Serviced Brakes Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed |
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| 06/19/2021 | CA | Service Record | Promotional Service Performed | ||
| 10/02/2021 | CA | 55,886 | Service Record | Vehicle Inspected | |
| 10/02/2021 | SAN DIEGO, CA | Service Record |
Battery Serviced or Replaced Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Engine Serviced Brakes Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed Vehicle Fluids Serviced |
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| 10/02/2021 | CA | Service Record | Promotional Service Performed | ||
| 03/17/2023 | PACIFIC SW REGION | 71,837 | Auto Auction | Reported at Auto Auction | |
| 04/17/2023 | CA | 71,837 | Auto Auction | Auction Announced as Fleet/Lease(COLOR REPORTED AS GREY) | |
| 04/18/2023 | PACIFIC SW REGION | Auto Auction | Reported at Auto Auction | ||
| 04/18/2023 | PACIFIC SW REGION | Auto Auction | Auction Announced as Structural Damage |
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| 05/21/2023 | CA | 72,400 | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Odometer Reading from DMV | |
| 11/24/2023 | SAN DIEGO, CA | 82,701 | Service Record | Battery Serviced or Replaced | |
| 11/24/2023 | SAN DIEGO, CA | Service Record |
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Engine Serviced Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced Brakes Serviced |
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| 11/24/2023 | SAN DIEGO, CA | Service Record | Electrical System Serviced | ||
| 11/24/2023 | SAN DIEGO, CA | Service Record |
Lights or Signals Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed Vehicle Fluids Serviced |
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| 11/25/2023 | CA | Service Record |
Cooling System Serviced Fuel System Serviced Vehicle Inspected Heat or Air Conditioning Serviced Air Filter Changed Recommended Maintenance Performed Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced Transmission Serviced Brakes Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed Vehicle Fluids Serviced Promotional Service Performed |
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| 12/28/2023 | SAN DIEGO, CA | 85,557 | Service Record | Cooling System Serviced | |
| 12/28/2023 | SAN DIEGO, CA | Service Record |
Fuel System Serviced Battery Serviced or Replaced Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Engine Serviced Transmission Serviced Brakes Serviced Electrical System Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed |
| Event Date | Location | Odometer | Data Source | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/02/2024 | MURRIETA, CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. |
Title Registration Event/Renewal |
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| 01/02/2024 | CA | 86,018 | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Passed Emission Inspection | |
| 02/27/2024 | MURRIETA, CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 01/10/2025 | MO | 108,212 | Auto Auction | Reported at Auto Auction | |
| 01/10/2025 | MO | Auto Auction | Auction Announced as Frame/Unibody Damage |
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| 01/13/2025 | CONCORD, CA | 108,212 | Dealer Listing | Vehicle in Dealer Inventory | |
| 01/25/2025 | CA | 108,316 | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Passed Emission Inspection | |
| 03/26/2025 | CHICAGO, IL | Accident Source | Minor Accident or Vehicle Damage Reported: LEFT FRONT CORNER |
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| 04/15/2025 | CHICAGO, IL | Accident Source | Minor Accident or Vehicle Damage Reported: NON-COLLISION | ||
| 06/01/2025 | CHICAGO, IL | Accident Source | Minor Accident or Vehicle Damage Reported: RIGHT REAR CORNER |
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| 10/07/2025 | CHICAGO, IL | Accident Source | Minor Accident or Vehicle Damage Reported: ALL OVER |
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| 10/12/2025 | CHICAGO, IL | Accident Source | Minor Accident or Vehicle Damage Reported: RIGHT REAR CORNER | ||
| 01/15/2026 | CONCORD, CA | 138,580 | Dealer Listing | Vehicle in Dealer Inventory | |
| 01/17/2026 | CA | Auto Insurance Source |
Vehicle Reported as Total Loss Vehicle Had Property Damage |
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| 01/27/2026 | CA | 139,461 | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Passed Emission Inspection |
| Event Date | Location | Odometer | Data Source | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/03/2026 | SACRAMENTO, CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. |
Title(Lien Reported) Registration Event/Renewal |
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| 02/24/2026 | SACRAMENTO, CA | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal |
Event Date - 05/04/2015
Location - CA
Odometer - 6
Data Source - Independent Repair Center
Details -
Vehicle Serviced or Inspected
Event Date - 05/22/2015
Location - CA
Odometer - 25
Data Source - Dealer Record
Details -
Vehicle in Dealer Inventory
Event Date - 05/22/2015
Location - CA
Data Source - Independent Repair Center
Details -
Vehicle Detailed
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Event Date - 05/22/2015
Location - CA
Odometer - 25
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Odometer Reading from DMV
Event Date - 06/10/2015
Location - RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Registration Event/Renewal(Leased Vehicle)
Event Date - 06/11/2015
Location - CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Title(Leased Vehicle)(Lien Reported)
Event Date - 06/15/2015
Location - CA
Data Source - Independent Repair Center
Details -
Vehicle Serviced or Inspected
Event Date - 06/15/2015
Location - CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Title(Leased Vehicle)(Lien Reported)
Event Date - 12/15/2015
Location - CA
Odometer - 5,582
Data Source - Independent Repair Center
Details -
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Event Date - 12/15/2015
Location - CA
Data Source - Independent Repair Center
Details -
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Event Date - 06/24/2016
Location - MISSION VIEJO, CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Registration Event/Renewal(Leased Vehicle)
Event Date - 12/22/2017
Location - LAKE FOREST, CA
Odometer - 33,108
Data Source - Independent Repair Center
Details -
Vehicle Serviced or Inspected
Event Date - 05/23/2018
Location - CA
Odometer - 37,185
Data Source - Independent Repair Center
Details -
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Event Date - 07/21/2018
Location - PACIFIC SW REGION
Odometer - 37,197
Data Source - Auto Auction
Details -
Reported at Auto Auction
Event Date - 07/23/2018
Location - CA
Odometer - 37,197
Data Source - Auto Auction
Details -
Auction Announced as Fleet/Lease(COLOR REPORTED AS GREY)
Event Date - 07/30/2018
Location - GAFFNEY, SC
Odometer - 37,197
Data Source - Dealer Service
Details -
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Event Date - 11/15/2018
Location - CA
Odometer - 37,221
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Odometer Reading from DMV
Event Date - 12/13/2018
Location - CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Title(Leased Vehicle)(Lien Reported)
Registration Event/Renewal(Leased Vehicle)
Event Date -
12/27/2018
Location - CA
Data Source - State Agency
Details -
Accident Reported, Event Date is Date Reported to AutoCheck
Event Date - 01/18/2019
Location - PACIFIC SW REGION
Odometer - 39,528
Data Source - Auto Auction
Details -
Reported at Auto Auction
Event Date - 04/14/2020
Location - CA
Odometer - 39,528
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Odometer Reading from DMV
Event Date - 04/28/2020
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Odometer - 39,848
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Event Date - 04/28/2020
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Engine Serviced
Brakes Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Event Date - 04/29/2020
Location - CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Vehicle Inspected
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced
Brakes Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Promotional Service Performed
Event Date - 05/28/2020
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Title(Lien Reported)
Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 09/10/2020
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 11/26/2020
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Odometer - 45,291
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Event Date - 11/26/2020
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Engine Serviced
Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced
Brakes Serviced
Lights or Signals Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Event Date - 11/27/2020
Location - CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Vehicle Inspected
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Vehicle Recall Service Performed
Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced
Brakes Serviced
Electrical System Serviced
Lights or Signals Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Event Date - 02/24/2021
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 06/19/2021
Location - CA
Odometer - 52,164
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Vehicle Inspected
Event Date - 06/19/2021
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Air Filter Changed
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Engine Serviced
Brakes Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Event Date - 06/19/2021
Location - CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Promotional Service Performed
Event Date - 10/02/2021
Location - CA
Odometer - 55,886
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Vehicle Inspected
Event Date - 10/02/2021
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Engine Serviced
Brakes Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Vehicle Fluids Serviced
Event Date - 10/02/2021
Location - CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Promotional Service Performed
Event Date - 03/17/2023
Location - PACIFIC SW REGION
Odometer - 71,837
Data Source - Auto Auction
Details -
Reported at Auto Auction
Event Date - 04/17/2023
Location - CA
Odometer - 71,837
Data Source - Auto Auction
Details -
Auction Announced as Fleet/Lease(COLOR REPORTED AS GREY)
Event Date - 04/18/2023
Location - PACIFIC SW REGION
Data Source - Auto Auction
Details -
Reported at Auto Auction
Event Date -
04/18/2023
Location - PACIFIC SW REGION
Data Source - Auto Auction
Details -
Auction Announced as Structural Damage
Event Date - 05/21/2023
Location - CA
Odometer - 72,400
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Odometer Reading from DMV
Event Date - 11/24/2023
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Odometer - 82,701
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Event Date - 11/24/2023
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Engine Serviced
Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced
Brakes Serviced
Event Date - 11/24/2023
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Electrical System Serviced
Event Date - 11/24/2023
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Lights or Signals Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Vehicle Fluids Serviced
Event Date - 11/25/2023
Location - CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Cooling System Serviced
Fuel System Serviced
Vehicle Inspected
Heat or Air Conditioning Serviced
Air Filter Changed
Recommended Maintenance Performed
Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced
Transmission Serviced
Brakes Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Vehicle Fluids Serviced
Promotional Service Performed
Event Date - 12/28/2023
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Odometer - 85,557
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Cooling System Serviced
Event Date - 12/28/2023
Location - SAN DIEGO, CA
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Fuel System Serviced
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Engine Serviced
Transmission Serviced
Brakes Serviced
Electrical System Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Event Date - 01/02/2024
Location - MURRIETA, CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Title
Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 01/02/2024
Location - CA
Odometer - 86,018
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Passed Emission Inspection
Event Date - 02/27/2024
Location - MURRIETA, CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 01/10/2025
Location - MO
Odometer - 108,212
Data Source - Auto Auction
Details -
Reported at Auto Auction
Event Date -
01/10/2025
Location - MO
Data Source - Auto Auction
Details -
Auction Announced as Frame/Unibody Damage
Event Date - 01/13/2025
Location - CONCORD, CA
Odometer - 108,212
Data Source - Dealer Listing
Details -
Vehicle in Dealer Inventory
Event Date - 01/25/2025
Location - CA
Odometer - 108,316
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Passed Emission Inspection
Event Date -
03/26/2025
Location - CHICAGO, IL
Data Source - Accident Source
Details -
Minor Accident or Vehicle Damage Reported: LEFT FRONT CORNER
Event Date - 04/15/2025
Location - CHICAGO, IL
Data Source - Accident Source
Details -
Minor Accident or Vehicle Damage Reported: NON-COLLISION
Event Date -
06/01/2025
Location - CHICAGO, IL
Data Source - Accident Source
Details -
Minor Accident or Vehicle Damage Reported: RIGHT REAR CORNER
Event Date -
10/07/2025
Location - CHICAGO, IL
Data Source - Accident Source
Details -
Minor Accident or Vehicle Damage Reported: ALL OVER
Event Date - 10/12/2025
Location - CHICAGO, IL
Data Source - Accident Source
Details -
Minor Accident or Vehicle Damage Reported: RIGHT REAR CORNER
Event Date - 01/15/2026
Location - CONCORD, CA
Odometer - 138,580
Data Source - Dealer Listing
Details -
Vehicle in Dealer Inventory
Event Date -
01/17/2026
Location - CA
Data Source - Auto Insurance Source
Details -
Vehicle Reported as Total Loss
Vehicle Had Property Damage
Event Date - 01/27/2026
Location - CA
Odometer - 139,461
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Passed Emission Inspection
Event Date - 02/03/2026
Location - SACRAMENTO, CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Title(Lien Reported)
Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 02/24/2026
Location - SACRAMENTO, CA
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details -
Registration Event/Renewal
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| Coverage Type | Remaining Miles | Remaining Time | Status | Coverage Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Basic
|
- | - |
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60 months / 60000 miles
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Battery
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- | - |
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120 months / 100000 miles
Hybrid components. |
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Corrosion
|
- | - |
|
60 months / 100000 miles
|
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Powertrain
|
- | - |
|
120 months / 100000 miles
Original owner 120 Months/100,000 Miles Second and Subsequent Owners 60 Months/60,000 Miles. |
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Roadside Assistance
|
- | - |
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60 months / 60000 miles
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Safety Restraint
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- | - | - |
Contact a certified dealer to verify coverage
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More information is available in the full AutoCheck glossary.
Term - State Title Brand
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - A "branded title" is an official designation assigned by a state agency to associate a particular history with a vehicle. The branding system was put in place to warn potential owners about damage or other alterations to a vehicle that they might otherwise have been unaware of. The brands checked in this section are Fire, Hail, Flood, Junk/Scrapped, Lemon, Salvage, Rebuilt/Rebuildable, Odometer Brands (not actual miles, broken odometer, exceeding mechanical limits, mileage discrepancy, or suspect miles). Please note Grey Market and Insurance Loss or Theft brands are not checked in this box and can be found on other corresponding boxes.
Term - Auction Issue
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - This section summarizes any issues if reported such as damage condition from seller's disclosure or during the inspection process including required structural damage disclosure, title brands, odometer issues, etc. as outlined by the National Auction Automotive Association Arbitration Policy 2025.
Term - Accident/Damage Check
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - This section summarizes vehicle history events that may indicate an accident or damage and associated details such as point of impact, severity or airbag deployed if provided. These damage events will include collision damage information, police-reported accidents, salvage auction, recycler records, crash test vehicles, collision damage claims etc. including our exclusive auction announcements from two major auctions that may include damage events. There is also a clearly delineated section that includes non-collision damage events such as fire, hail or flood. Damage-indicated title brands will be in the state title brands section.
Term - Insurance Loss/Title Transfer
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - This box checked to see if there is an insurance total loss or if a title has been transferred to an insurance company name as that event usually signifies that it is a total loss when showing after an accident.
Term - Additional History
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - This section lists any other significant events that may not be a damage event or brand, but does give additional insights of the vehicle's history. These include abandoned, grey market, lien check, repossessed, theft etc.
Term - Odometer Check
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - This section verifies if there are rollbacks, rollover or tampering has been reported to AutoCheck from state Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or auction sources. AutoCheck also examined the sequence of reported odometer readings to determine if there are any potential discrepancies.
Term - Major Damage Incident
Section Location - Auction Issue
Definition - When a (i) State agency or third party reported an event that did or may have resulted in vehicle frame or mechanical damage, such as a collision or incident such as vandalism or theft, or (ii) a third party reported that an inspection indicates that a vehicle appears to have sustained frame or other damage. Not all damage events are reported to AutoCheck and the damage severity of reported events will vary. In all events AutoCheck recommends that prospective vehicle purchasers conduct a detailed vehicle inspection prior to purchase of a pre-owned vehicle.
Term - Structural Damage or Structural Alteration
Section Location - Accident / Damage
Definition - "Structural" or "Frame" damage refers to a vehicle's structure or a specific structural or frame component, and may apply to a conventional frame, "Unibody", and "Unibody on Frame" structures. Structural Alteration -An alteration to the vehicle's structure including a lengthened or shortened frame, a modified suspension, or the installation or removal of after-market accessories. For additional information on these types of reported information, please see the National Auction Automotive Association Arbitration Policy 2025.
Term - Insurance Total Loss
Section Location - Insurance Loss / Transfer
Definition - Insurance companies label a vehicle a "total loss" when the cost to repair the vehicle to its pre-damaged state exceeds the cost of the vehicle's worth, or actual cash value. Insurance companies must follow certain state law (defined percentage of damage before it can be deemed a total loss) and they also can set their own standards for totaled vehicles.
Term - Loan/Lien
Section Location - Additional History
Definition - 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.
Term - Fleet Use
Section Location - Owner Type
Definition - The vehicle has been reported as used as a fleet vehicle, by a state source or a wholesale Auto Auction has reported the vehicle as a fleet vehicle. Fleet vehicles are often in good condition. Fleet companies have vehicle care guidelines. A vehicle used by a company for an executive is an example of a fleet vehicle.
Term - Lease Use
Section Location - Owner Type
Definition - Vehicle was registered as lease vehicle.
Term - Accident
Section Location - Accident / Damage
Definition - A state or municipality has reported an accident or collision for this vehicle that may or may not have sustained damage. Not all damage events are reported to AutoCheck and the damage severity of reported events will vary. In all events AutoCheck recommends that prospective vehicle purchasers conduct a detailed vehicle inspection prior to purchase of a pre-owned vehicle.
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