Is an AA-approved car safer to buy?
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The question
I'm thinking of buying a used car in the UK that is AA approved and AA inspected. Does this mean the car is a safer buy?
Asked by jonathan Dunne ·
Expert answer
Hi Jonathan,
In general, yes. The AA carries out an independent, unbiased inspection of cars, which can flag up any faults, and any issues in the car’s history or service record. That said, you should check the fine print to see exactly what level of inspection has been carried out — they vary, and can be tailored to individual requirements, so make sure you know exactly what’s been checked and what hasn’t.
Answered by Neil Briscoe