HPI urges dealers to make mileage checks more frequent

HPI is urging dealers to make mileage checks part of their day-to-day business practice as its National Mileage Register (NMR) reaches the 150 million readings milestone.

HPI’s managing director, Daniel Burgess, urges dealers to tackle the issue head on; “Dealers should conduct a mileage check as a matter of course, but particularly on any car that has had more than one owner. In addition to asking customers for the Log Book and Service History, customers should also be asked to sign a mileage disclaimer when they part exchange a car. But these precautions must go hand-in-hand with an independent mileage investigation.”

“A full NMR Investigation not only checks against 150 million mileage records but also ensures previous keepers are contacted to verify mileages at the time they sold the vehicle. A mileage warranty is also included as part of the investigation, so if the car turns out to be clocked, dealers will be covered.”

HPI’s online check enables dealers to speed up the whole process and gain the benefit of a printable certificate to keep on file and share with the customer. Burgess concludes, “Our mileage certificates provide dealers with a powerful sales tool by offering customers proof that a vehicle is legitimate. HPI’s NMR offers the ultimate protection against clockers. By operating best practice, dealers can sell with confidence and meet duty of care under the Consumer Protection Regulations.”