Is your vehicle mileage genuine? 5 ways to spot a clocked car or van

If you are looking to buy a vehicle in the UK, then one of the most important aspects of this process is checking if the vehicle’s mileage is genuine. High mileage vehicles can often be excessively worn with deteriorated turbos and injectors, while lower mileage vehicles are in greater demand as the engine and gearboxes, at least in theory, should be in better overall condition. A significant problem in the used vehicle industry is that some unscrupulous dealers may falsify a vehicle’s mileage for financial gain. Whether you are looking to buy a car, or you have doubts about a vehicle you own, here are 5 ways to check whether the mileage is genuine.