Showing posts with label Vehicle History Report. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Vehicle History Report. Show all posts
Saturday, 6 February 2016
Saturday, 22 August 2015
Interpreting Vehicle History Reports
Understanding an NMVTIS Vehicle History Report
What is included in an NMVTIS Vehicle History Report
Key Indicators include:
- Current State of Title and Last Title Date
- Brand History
- Odometer Reading
- Total Loss History
- Salvage History
Current State of Title and Last Title Date
Why is title information important to consumers?
Verifying the validity of the title helps prevent auto fraud and theft. It helps the consumer know whether it is a stolen vehicle.
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Current Sate of Title and Last Title Date |
Brand History
Brands are descriptive labels (applied by state motor vehicle titling agencies) regarding the status of a motor vehicle, such as "junk," "salvage," and "flood." NMVTIS keeps a history of brands that have been applied to the vehicle by any state. Brand information helps protect consumers from purchasing a damaged vehicle that is presented for sale without disclosure of the vehicle’s real condition. Without knowing the brand history, a consumer may pay more than a vehicle’s true value or purchase a vehicle that has not been adequately repaired and is not safe to drive.
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| Brand History |
Odometer Reading
Why is odometer information important to consumers?
The crime of odometer fraud may result in a consumer paying more than the vehicle’s fair market value or cause the consumer to purchase an unsafe vehicle.
Also, checking the odometer reading helps consumers to identify discrepancies in the vehicle’s history.
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| Odometer Reading |
Total Loss History
Why is total loss information important to consumers?
When a vehicle has been deemed a total loss, generally the vehicle has had severe damage. Knowing whether a vehicle has been declared a total loss helps consumers avoid purchasing a potentially unsafe vehicle.
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| Total Loss History |
Salvage History
Why is salvage information important to consumers?
Similar to a vehicle with a total loss history, a vehicle that has a salvage history has had severe damage. Salvage history helps consumers avoid purchasing a potentially unsafe vehicle.
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| Salvage History |
Source: NMVTIS
Thursday, 30 July 2015
Tuesday, 21 July 2015
2003 Mercedes-benz C230 Sedan 4-door
VIN NUMBER IS WDBRF40J53A517538
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Thursday, 16 July 2015
Buyer Beware: Safety Hazards of Flood-Damaged Vehicles
Buyer Beware: Safety Hazards of Flood-Damaged Vehicles
Millions of people in the eastern United States suffered property damage and loss, widespread power
outages, and major flooding caused by Hurricane Sandy. Hence,, it is extremely important for consumers
to be aware of the safety impact of floods on vehicles.
Severe water damage can make vehicles’ electrical systems, including their airbag sensors, prone to
failure. When a car’s electrical systems have been compromised, it may no longer be safe or roadworthy.
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After Hurricane Katrina, for example, truckloads of flooded vehicles were reportedly taken out of
Louisiana to states as far away as the upper Midwest, where they were dried out, cleaned, and sold.
Purchasers of those vehicles may not have known that the vehicles had endured a saltwater flood that
damaged their electrical systems.
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The National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) the body designed to protect prospective
buyers of used cars and trucks from concealed vehicle histories. Created by federal law, this system is the
only publicly available system in the US that requires all insurance carriers, auto recyclers, junk and
salvage yards, and states to report vehicle history information. An NMVTIS vehicle history report
provides information on the five key indicators associated with preventing vehicle-related fraud and theft:
- current state of title and last title date;
- brand history, a descriptive label assigned by states to indicate a vehicle’s current or prior state—
for example: “junk,” “salvage,” “flood;” - odometer reading;
- total loss history; and
Source: NMVTIS
If a vehicle has a brand, total loss, or salvage history, then the consumer is warned that the vehicle may be
unsafe (A NMVTIS report does not include repair histories, recall information, and other care and
maintenance data available in alternative vehicle history reports).
Shop smart. Make sure you obtain an independent vehicle inspection and have all the information about a
vehicle before you buy.
Sunday, 12 July 2015
How To Read Tire Codes
TIRE CODES & WHAT THEY MEAN
Have you ever wondered what the meaning of numerous codes written on the sidewall of tires could be?
These codes are meant to help you buy the right tire. And also save your life!
Do you know that those codes contain information about the type of vehicle to be used with it, Car tire expiration date, size of rim, load and speed ratings? Using a wrong tire can cause fatal accident. Now these codes can really save your life.
Usually, a tire will have similar to P205/60R16 90H printed on its sidewall.
Tire Type
Tire Type The letter "P" at the beginning of the "Tire Size" tells us that the tire is a P-Metric tire, referring to tires made to certain standards within the United States, intended for Passenger vehicles.
If a tire size has no letters at the beginning, this indicates a Euro metric tire. Also note that P-Metric and Euro-Metric tires may have different load capacities.
The letters "LT," either at the beginning or at the end of the tire size indicate the tire was designed for light trucks. Vehicle manufacturers equip some light trucks with "LT" type tires. These tires generally require higher inflation pressures than passenger tires.
T on the other hand means Truck vehicles.
Always consult your owner's manual or tire placard for the recommended tire size and inflation pressure for your vehicle.
Tire Width
Tire Width is the width of the tire measured in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. The first three-digit number in the tire size refers to the tire width. For instance, in a size P215/65 R15 tire, the width is 215 millimeters.
Aspect Ratio
Aspect Ratio is the ratio of the height of the tire's cross-section to its width. The two-digit number after the slash mark in a tire size is the aspect ratio. For example, in a size P215/65 R15 tire, the 65 means that the height is equal to 65% of the tire's width. The bigger the aspect ratio, the bigger the tire's sidewall will be.
Construction
Construction. The letter "R" in a tire size stands for Radial, which means the layers run radially across the tire.
Wheel Diameter
Wheel Diameter is the size of the wheel measured from one end to the other. It tells us the size of the wheel that the tire is intended to fit. A size P215/65 R15 tire is made for a wheel with a 15" diameter.
Load Index
Load Index indicates the maximum load that the tire can support when properly inflated. You'll also find the maximum load on the tire sidewall, in both pounds and kilograms. Read more here.
Speed Rating
Speed Rating tells you the maximum speed capability of a tire. Often speed ratings are matched to the top speed capability of the vehicle. For example, a tire with an H-speed rating has a maximum speed capability of 130 mph or 210 km/h.
Tire manufacturers do not recommend exceeding legally posted speed limits!
See Speed rating charts
The last letter is the Speed Rating, Which is the maximum speed the tyre can run. This letters are codes.
In this case :
H stands for 210KMPH
Other speed rating codes and their meaning :
M = 130 kmph
N =140 kmph = Spare Tires
P = 150 kmph
Q = 160 kmph = Winter Tires
R = 170 kmph = Truck Tires
S = 180 kmph = Cars and Minivans
T = 190 kmph = Cars and Minivans
U = 200 kmph = Sport Performance Cars
V = 240 kmph = High Performance Cars
W = 270 kmph = Ultra High-Performance Cars
Y = 300 kmph = Ultra High-Performance Cars
DOT Symbol
DOT Symbol: The letters "DOT" on the sidewall indicate that the tire complies with all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in the United States.
Tire Identification Number
Tire Identification Number: The series of letters and numbers following the letters "DOT." The TIN consists of up to 12 numbers and letters to identify the factory location and the week and year the tire was manufactured.
UTQG stands for Uniform Tire Quality Grading, a rating system developed by the U.S. Department of Transportation to provide consumers with information to help them purchase tires based on their relative treadwear, traction and temperature capabilities.
Traction grades indicate the wet traction of a tire under a controlled test. A tire with an "AA" rating offers outstanding traction in wet conditions.
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Temperature grades indicate the ability of the tire to withstand and dissipate destructive heat. A tire with a higher temperature grade is able to operate at higher speeds.
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Treadwear grades are based on standardized government tests to help predict the expected treadwear of a tire. For example, a tire with a treadwear grade of 200 should last twice as long as a tire with a treadwear grade of 100.
Source: Goodyearautoservice
Remember, if the odometer says 25,000 miles, the car should still have its original tires, with tread deeper than than 2/32 of an inch (1.5875 mm). Ask the mechanic to check tire tread with a depth gauge.
Otherwise, Order a Vehicle History Report to ascertain the real condition of the car before making any financial commitments.
Get a Vehicle History Report for as low as N1,500
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| Credit: toptires.reviews |
Have you ever wondered what the meaning of numerous codes written on the sidewall of tires could be?
These codes are meant to help you buy the right tire. And also save your life!
Do you know that those codes contain information about the type of vehicle to be used with it, Car tire expiration date, size of rim, load and speed ratings? Using a wrong tire can cause fatal accident. Now these codes can really save your life.
Usually, a tire will have similar to P205/60R16 90H printed on its sidewall.
Tire Type
Tire Type The letter "P" at the beginning of the "Tire Size" tells us that the tire is a P-Metric tire, referring to tires made to certain standards within the United States, intended for Passenger vehicles.
If a tire size has no letters at the beginning, this indicates a Euro metric tire. Also note that P-Metric and Euro-Metric tires may have different load capacities.
The letters "LT," either at the beginning or at the end of the tire size indicate the tire was designed for light trucks. Vehicle manufacturers equip some light trucks with "LT" type tires. These tires generally require higher inflation pressures than passenger tires.
T on the other hand means Truck vehicles.
Always consult your owner's manual or tire placard for the recommended tire size and inflation pressure for your vehicle.
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| credit: goodyearautoservice.com |
Tire Width
Tire Width is the width of the tire measured in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. The first three-digit number in the tire size refers to the tire width. For instance, in a size P215/65 R15 tire, the width is 215 millimeters.
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| credit: goodyearautoservice.com |
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Aspect Ratio
Aspect Ratio is the ratio of the height of the tire's cross-section to its width. The two-digit number after the slash mark in a tire size is the aspect ratio. For example, in a size P215/65 R15 tire, the 65 means that the height is equal to 65% of the tire's width. The bigger the aspect ratio, the bigger the tire's sidewall will be.
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| credit: goodyearautoservice.com |
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| credit: imagefriend.com |
Construction
Construction. The letter "R" in a tire size stands for Radial, which means the layers run radially across the tire.
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Wheel Diameter is the size of the wheel measured from one end to the other. It tells us the size of the wheel that the tire is intended to fit. A size P215/65 R15 tire is made for a wheel with a 15" diameter.
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| credit: goodyearautoservice.com |
Load Index
Load Index indicates the maximum load that the tire can support when properly inflated. You'll also find the maximum load on the tire sidewall, in both pounds and kilograms. Read more here.
Speed Rating
Speed Rating tells you the maximum speed capability of a tire. Often speed ratings are matched to the top speed capability of the vehicle. For example, a tire with an H-speed rating has a maximum speed capability of 130 mph or 210 km/h.
Tire manufacturers do not recommend exceeding legally posted speed limits!
See Speed rating charts
The last letter is the Speed Rating, Which is the maximum speed the tyre can run. This letters are codes.
In this case :
H stands for 210KMPH
Other speed rating codes and their meaning :
M = 130 kmph
N =140 kmph = Spare Tires
P = 150 kmph
Q = 160 kmph = Winter Tires
R = 170 kmph = Truck Tires
S = 180 kmph = Cars and Minivans
T = 190 kmph = Cars and Minivans
U = 200 kmph = Sport Performance Cars
V = 240 kmph = High Performance Cars
W = 270 kmph = Ultra High-Performance Cars
Y = 300 kmph = Ultra High-Performance Cars
DOT Symbol
DOT Symbol: The letters "DOT" on the sidewall indicate that the tire complies with all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in the United States.
Tire Identification Number
Tire Identification Number: The series of letters and numbers following the letters "DOT." The TIN consists of up to 12 numbers and letters to identify the factory location and the week and year the tire was manufactured.
UTQG stands for Uniform Tire Quality Grading, a rating system developed by the U.S. Department of Transportation to provide consumers with information to help them purchase tires based on their relative treadwear, traction and temperature capabilities.
Traction grades indicate the wet traction of a tire under a controlled test. A tire with an "AA" rating offers outstanding traction in wet conditions.
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| Traction Grades |
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| AA |
| A |
| B |
| C |
Temperature grades indicate the ability of the tire to withstand and dissipate destructive heat. A tire with a higher temperature grade is able to operate at higher speeds.
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| Temperature Grades | Speeds in mph |
|---|---|
| A | Over 115 |
| B | Between 100 and 115 |
| C | Between 85 and 100 |
Treadwear grades are based on standardized government tests to help predict the expected treadwear of a tire. For example, a tire with a treadwear grade of 200 should last twice as long as a tire with a treadwear grade of 100.
Source: Goodyearautoservice
Remember, if the odometer says 25,000 miles, the car should still have its original tires, with tread deeper than than 2/32 of an inch (1.5875 mm). Ask the mechanic to check tire tread with a depth gauge.
Otherwise, Order a Vehicle History Report to ascertain the real condition of the car before making any financial commitments.
Get a Vehicle History Report for as low as N1,500
Saturday, 6 June 2015
Odometer Tampering
Odometer Fraud
Odometer fraud, also referred to as "busting miles" (United States) or "clocking" (UK and Ireland), is the illegal practice of rolling back odometers to make it appear that vehicles have lower mileage than they actually do. Odometer fraud occurs when the seller of a vehicle falsely represents the actual mileage of a vehicle to the buyer.(Wikipedia)This fraudulent practice has become a common problem in today's Nigeria auto industry. Most vehicles imported as "fairly used" or "tokunbo" vehicles, and mainly imported from the USA and Canada have had their odometers rolled back by the auto traders or dealers to appear to have lower mileage. The unsuspecting buyer would pay his/her millions to purchase the vehicle and only to find out after a month of two that his/her newly purchased vehicle has a major engine fault or is broken down beyond repair and this leads to huge waste of investment and causes heart pain.
The heart ache is not limited only to direct buyers of fairly used vehicles, it also happens to dealers who buy off vehicles from online auto traders who display their "rolled back odometer" vehicles making them attractive to the vehicle dealer who imports his vehicles in bulk only to later discover that the vehicles he purchased are junk vehicles and hence "un-sellable" commodity leading to loss of business profits and investments.
How to Avoid Odometer Fraud
In order to detect odometer fraud, it will be wise to follow the following simple steps:
Step 1. Examine the odometer for the number of miles.
- Automobiles average about 12,000 miles a year. For example, if a car is 5 years old but has far fewer than 60,000 miles, the odometer may have been tampered with.
- Look closely at the numbers on the odometer. Some auto makers program odometers to show an asterisk if the mileage is changed.
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- If the title is from out of state or brand new, it may be a case of title washing or title fraud, and the mileage given may be false.
- Be sure to examine the title's mileage number closely and look for smudging or other tampering. The title should show the mileage in crisp type on a clean background.
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- Examine the mileage on the receipts and inspection stickers and compare to the odometer. Inspection stickers can be found on door frames or windows.
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Step 4. Look for missing screws on or near the dashboard.
- If the dashboard isn't put together perfectly, the odometer may have been tampered with.
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Step 5. Inspect the brake pedal and floor mats.
- If either is badly worn but the odometer has low mileage, it may be a case of odometer fraud.
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Step 6. Take the vehicle to a mechanic and ask him to examine the car for wear and tear.
- A mechanic knows what parts would be original on an older car. For example, a car's odometer may say 30,000 miles. Beware if the car has new parts that ordinarily would not be replaced until 60,000 miles. This may indicate odometer tampering.
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Step 7. Measure the depth of the tread on the car's tires.
- If the odometer says 25,000 miles, the car should still have its original tires, with tread deeper than than 2/32 of an inch (1.5875 mm). Ask the mechanic to check tire tread with a depth gauge.
- You can check tire tread depth yourself using a coin. Insert the coin into the tread upside down. If the icon's head is partly covered, the tire has more than 2/32 of an inch.
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Step 8. Order a Vehicle History Report from www.Autolookup.com.ng
- To successfully do this , you should request for the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) from the seller.
- You can find your vehicle’s VIN in the title document, the vehicle registration, and on the insurance policy.
- You can find the VIN number(aka chassis number) in the following areas of the vehicle:
2. On the driver’s side doorn (on a sticker in the door jamb)
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Enter the VIN number in the Search box on the Autlookup.com.ng website home page.
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Monday, 22 December 2014
Your VIN Number Same As Your Chassis No.
I have already defined what a VIN or Vehicle Identification number is in my previous blog where I explained how the auto look up web service works on our website. I also highlighted the places on your vehicle where you can locate the Vehicle Identification Number.
If you ever applied for a vehicle licence in Nigeria, you will be familiar with AUTOREG and the vehicle licence you receive after successful application is as displayed below.
Now, in order to query for the Vehicle History of this car, simply copy out that Chassis number as highlighted and enter into the search field of AUTOLOOKUP.COM.NG web service as shown below.
Now, hit the SEARCH button and you will receive feedback about the Vehicle specifications as below.
You have the option to purchase the full vehicle history report by clicking on "Add to Cart"
After adding this item to cart, then click on "View Cart" as seen on the next window that appears
On the next window that appears, click on "Proceed to Checkout"
Enter your "Billing details" and select payment option , whether Paypal or mypaga or Voguepay
Complete your payment based on payment channel option you select
If you ever applied for a vehicle licence in Nigeria, you will be familiar with AUTOREG and the vehicle licence you receive after successful application is as displayed below.
Now, in order to query for the Vehicle History of this car, simply copy out that Chassis number as highlighted and enter into the search field of AUTOLOOKUP.COM.NG web service as shown below.
Now, hit the SEARCH button and you will receive feedback about the Vehicle specifications as below.
You have the option to purchase the full vehicle history report by clicking on "Add to Cart"
After adding this item to cart, then click on "View Cart" as seen on the next window that appears
On the next window that appears, click on "Proceed to Checkout"
Enter your "Billing details" and select payment option , whether Paypal or mypaga or Voguepay
Complete your payment based on payment channel option you select
Once you complete the payment , you will receive a link to download the Full vehicle history report in your email.
The key wisdom is to always ensure you obtain the VIN or Chassis number of the vehicle you intend to enable you purchase a full history report on the vehicle before purchase. A single report is less that N1000 and what is that compared to expending N3,000,000 and above only later to discover you bought a sub-standard or junk vehicle.
Saturday, 15 November 2014
What is PayPal?
WHAT IS PAYPAL?
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| Paypal.com |
Paypal is an international e-commerce business that allows
payments and money transfers to be made through the internet. Online money
transfers serve as alternatives to paying with traditional paying methods, such
as cheques and cash.
Millions on online shoppers around the world use paypal
because it is very simple. Just an email address and password will get you
through to checkout before you can reach for your wallet. With paypal you check
out simply and more securely at thousands of online stores with just an email
address and password. You don't need to type in your card details every time
you pay.
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| eBay.com |
We all know the hassles we face when trying to fulfil online
payments for online goods especially on websites hosted in the United States.
Most times, it seems like credit and debit cards from Nigeria have been
blacklisted irrespective of what method it is issued, even from the most
reputable banks. Getting the feedback “card declined…” is usually commonplace.
Now Paypal.com has launched its services in Nigeria, hence
eliminating that barrier to successful online transactions from Nigeria. I for
one, like to bid for cool products on eBay and I waited patiently for this
time.
WHO IS PAYPAL FOR?
- Online traders
- Importers/Exporters
- Businessmen and women
- Online shoppers e.g. eBay.com
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF USING PAYPAL?
- Speed through checkout
All you need to know is your email address
and password so you can forget all your card numbers and secret codes.
- You've got the whole world in your hands.
Buy from thousands of merchants around the
world. We accept 26 currencies from 203 countries and markets. With PayPal, you
can easily fulfil payment on popular global online stores like eBay.
- . Security
Shop with peace of mind, knowing that you are
protected on your eligible purchases. If an eligible item doesn’t show up, or
turns out to be different than described, PayPal will help sort things out with
the seller.
HOW DO I SIGN UP FOR A PAYPAL ACCOUNT?
It is as simple as signing up for any subscription-based web
service , e.g. facebook or yahoo.com
WAYS TO PAY/HOW TO PAY
Add a card to your PayPal account, and simply login with
your email address and password whenever you're buying something online.
IS PAYPAL AVAILABLE TO NIGERIANS?
Yes.
FIRSTBANK PARTNERSHIP WITH PAYPAL
Firstbank has signed the only exclusive partnership with
Paypal in Nigeria. See more information here.
VEHICLE LOOKUP SERVICE - AUTOLOOKUP.COM.NG
AutoLookup.com.ng is Nigeria's first VIN check online service. Auto Lookup provides instant history reports for used vehicles and hence protects you from importing junk vehicles or vehicle of questionable health integrity. Read more about this service at our website now.
WHAT IS A VIN?
A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-character
identifier for your car, truck, or motorcycle. It is unique to your vehicle.
Hence, no two VIN numbers can be the same.
WHERE CAN I FIND THE VIN NUMBER OF MY VEHICLE?
You can find your vehicle’s VIN in the title document, the vehicle registration, and on the insurance policy. The VIN could also be located at the following locations on the car itself:
WHAT IS A VIN REPORT?
A VIN report lets you learn about your vehicle’s history. It includes checks for whether the car has been stolen, experienced accidents, recorded as salvaged, as well as many other title problem checks. Ordering a VIN report before purchasing a vehicle allows you to catch potential problems and purchase with confidence.
HOW TO USE YOUR PAYPAL.COM ACCOUNT TO BUY VIN REPORTS FROM AUTOLOOKUP.COM.NG
If you have a Paypal account, then you can order for VIN reports from autolookup.com.ng by using your Paypal account. There are also other options of payment available, namely : mypaga.com and voguepay.com. Please watch the following video demo to learn how to use your Paypal.com account on our website.
If you have a Paypal account, then you can order for VIN reports from autolookup.com.ng by using your Paypal account. There are also other options of payment available, namely : mypaga.com and voguepay.com. Please watch the following video demo to learn how to use your Paypal.com account on our website.
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