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If you’re wondering ‘What is a good mileage on a used car’, simply divide the quoted mileage of a car by the number of years on the road. If this gives you a figure below 7,500, this can be considered a low mileage.

Anything above this figure can be considered a high mileage. However, don’t be hasty to write off a car just because it has a higher-than-average mileage. If the vehicle has been well cared for and is in good working order, it could be a wise purchase.

To determine whether a used car meets your requirements, you should inspect the vehicle in person. Check the engine, gearbox, clutch, bodywork, wheels, tyres and interior to make sure there are no major concerns.

Taking a test drive can give you a true indication of how the vehicle handles at various speeds. It will also help you decide whether the vehicle is suitable for your daily driving needs.

Entering the vehicle’s registration into our free car check tool will reveal key information such as its Co2 emissions level, tax status and past MOT results. Finally, you should also check that the seller has all the documents needed to sell the car.

To determine whether a car has been in an accident, you should look for:

• Body filler.
• Cracks in the bumper.
• Paintwork differences or bubbling.
• Misaligned panels.
• Different bolts and hinges.
• Unevenly worn tyres.
• Welding marks.
• Scratches.
• Signs that the airbag has been deployed (e.g. split seams and paint residue around the casing.)

You should also check whether the car has a category. If an insurer writes off a car, they will assign an insurance category to the vehicle:

• If a car is assigned Category A or B, it cannot be repaired to roadworthy condition or sold for use on the roads.
• Category A cars must be scrapped whilst those in Category B may be salvaged for useful parts.
• Category S and Category N cars can be restored for use on the roads.
• However, bear in mind that a car will always be worth less after an accident. Even if it has been repaired to a high standard, an accident-damaged car may have persistent mechanical or structural issues.
• However, bear in mind that a car will always be worth less after an accident. Even if it has been repaired to a high standard, an accident-damaged car may have persistent mechanical or structural issues.