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Tip: Always view a car in daylight when it's dry as raindrops or poor light can hide all manner of superficial, or sometimes serious, problems. Find cheap car insurance with Confused.com Test Drive Always test drive before buying. Try the car out in various conditions, e.g. slow through town and fast on a dual carriageway. Listen for unusual engine sounds; ensure gauges and dials work; use all gears including reverse; listen for suspension knocks when going over speed bumps; test breaks; check whether steering drifts to the left or right when going in a straight line. Also Check...

A full service history (FSH) indicates a well-maintained car. Check last service mileage looks appropriate to the car's current mileage.

If the seller doesn't have the registration document - walk away! Check car number plate matches what's on the document, and ensure the vehicle identification (VIN) number matches what's stamped on the small plaque under the bonnet.

Every car over three years old must have a valid MOT certificate to prove road worthiness. If the MOT's due to expire, ask the seller to get it re-tested. Look at the tax disc to see when the tax runs out - you'll need a valid one before even parking it on the road, let alone driving it. Also check the registration shown on the disc matches the car's number plate, and if there's little or no tax left, ask for its renewal cost to be lopped off the asking price. Car insurance is legally required for any car on the road. You may also want to purchase breakdown cover or a car warranty for further peace of mind.