Millions of Drivers Own Cars Linked to Fraud and Tampering as Britons Face 'Unexpected Problems'

Millions of drivers own cars linked to fraud and tampering as Britons face 'unexpected problems'

Fresh research has uncovered alarming rates of fraud in Britain's second-hand vehicle market, which could potentially be putting motorists at risk.Research examined over 2.5 million diagnostic sessions from more than 550,000 British users between January and September 2025.In total, 16.25 per cent of vehicles tested exhibited indicators of odometer rollback or Vehicle Identification Number tampering.This translates to approximately one in every …

One in seven used cars could have false mileage

New research has revealed that one in seven used cars have evidence of mileage tampering or Vehicle Identification Number manipulation. According to analysis carried out by Carly of more than […] The post One in seven used cars could have false mileage first appeared on Bodyshop Magazine.

1 in 7 vehicles show signs of mileage rollback or VIN manipulation, says Carly

Data from leading diagnostics platform Carly reveals more than 1 in 7 vehicles show signs of mileage rollback or VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) manipulation. Based on more than 2,500,000 diagnostic sessions from over 550,000 UK Carly users from January to September 2025, the data found that 16.25% of UK cars checked using its tools displayed evidence of mileage fraud or identity discrepancies. Dali Ati, head of internationalisation at Carly…

You now have a one in seven chance of purchasing a dud used car as two types of vehicle fraud are RIFE

Proper news from Britain - News from Britain you won’t find anywhere else. Not the tosh the big media force-feed you every day!By ROB HULL, MOTORING EDITOR Updated: 08:24 EDT, 15 October 2025

Shock study reveals 1 in 7 used cars has a hidden history

A high percentage of used cars in the UK show signs of digital tampering to hide their true history or identity.  More than one in seven vehicles (16.25 percent) has potentially had its mileage wound back, or the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) manipulated.  Both actions mean used car customers might unwittingly pay more for a vehicle than it is actually worth. They could also be unaware of serious mechanical defects. Previous research has f…