What to do after buying a car

Checking the car's history

By the time you buy a car, you should have checked its history at least twice: at the first inspection and before finalizing the transaction. If you have not done this yet, then you need to urgently correct the situation. Even if you have a purchase and sale agreement and a receipt for payment, you will not be able to register the car with the traffic police and legally drive it if restrictions on registration actions are imposed on it, it is on lease, wanted or has been disposed of.

Alexander Gusev, auto lawyer: “Buyers of used cars usually face legal problems. Despite this, buyers of new cars are not immune from encountering scammers. Under the guise of a new car with zero mileage, “gray” car dealerships can sell a car as collateral after an accident or theft. Therefore, I advise checking both used and new cars for legal purity.”

You can check your car's history from home on the website. The service collects information about the legal and technical condition of the car from 16 databases (state traffic police database, Federal Tax Service, Federal Customs Service, collateral register, banks, insurance companies, taxi registers, etc.). You can check the car by VIN or license plate number. In the screenshot below you can see what a report with auto history looks like. Follow the link to see an example of a full report.

The cost of the report is 349 rubles. In addition to legal nuances, the report will show the history of accidents, calculations of repair work, mileage history, service history and technical inspections.

Also read: All about traffic police restrictions

Penalty and writs of execution during the moratorium period

One of the consequences of the introduction of a moratorium is the cessation of accrual of penalties (fines and penalties) and other financial sanctions for non-fulfillment or improper fulfillment by the debtor of monetary obligations and mandatory payments for claims that arose before the introduction of the moratorium.

In addition, the introduction of a moratorium against the debtor also means that it is impossible for the creditor to obtain compulsory execution by presenting the writ of execution directly to the bank. However, it is worth considering that the moratorium applies only to the most affected sectors of the economy

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It is possible, but not in every case. You will need to prove the fact of the occurrence of a malfunction (or the prerequisites for it) before the goods are transferred to you, as well as the cost of eliminating them, but first things first.

We undergo technical inspection

This point is not relevant for everyone. You need to undergo a technical inspection if the vehicle diagnostic card has expired. Without a valid diagnostic card, you will not be able to obtain an MTPL policy. If the card is valid, then you do not need to reissue it: a change of owner does not affect it.

Since only ten days are given for maintenance, issuing a policy and registering a car, we recommend checking in advance whether the car was serviced by the former owner. To do this, punch in the vehicle’s license plate number and in the “Technical Inspection” block of the avtocod.ru report, look at when the maintenance expires.

An MTPL policy can be issued even on the last day of the maintenance period. If the period has expired, you will have to service the car yourself. This can be done at specialized technical inspection stations.

You can undergo MOT in any region of Russia, regardless of your place of residence. For inspection, in addition to the car, you will need a passport, PTS or registration certificate. The cost of a technical inspection, depending on the region, ranges from 300 to 1,000 rubles. You make payment at the station.

Also read: Car technical check: step-by-step instructions

Checking the steering and transmission

1. Checking the operation of the gearbox to ensure that the position of all gears is locked,
2. Checking the hydraulic or electric power steering without turning on the ignition and with the engine running,
3. Checking the operation of the hand brake.

If any of the above has deviations in performance or any inconsistencies, then there is no need to immediately attack the manager demanding compensation or, in general, replacement of the machine. You need to complete the entire inspection to the end, with marks on your checklist, and upon completion, look for a compromise option that would suit both parties.

If agreement is reached and the car dealership has compensated for the shortcomings, then you can sign the Transfer and Acceptance Certificate indicating the comments. The manager must return one copy of the act to the buyer.

That’s it, this is where the procedure for picking up a car from the dealership ends and you can drive your own car closer to home.

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9 Tips for Used Car Buyers - Inspecting a Used Car

We receive an MTPL policy

Every car owner must have a compulsory civil liability insurance policy (MTPL). Without it, it will not be possible to register the car with the traffic police. You can operate the car with insurance issued to the previous owner. But! Only 10 days after purchase (from the moment the purchase and sale agreement was signed). After this period, the fine for using a car without compulsory motor insurance will be 800 rubles.

Also read: How to apply for compulsory motor liability insurance when buying a used car

Purchasing a used car from an individual

Typically, quality complaints occur when purchasing a used car. Contracts were downloaded from the Internet; sellers rarely indicate in them information about the presence of shortcomings, even if this was verbally communicated to the buyer. It would seem that the buyer has the right to demand, at a minimum, correction of the defects. But it's not that simple.

The consumer protection law does not apply here. Accordingly, there is also a fifteen-day period for returns. Since most contracts are downloaded from the Internet, they may contain different terms and conditions regarding quality and shortcomings that can work against you.

Excerpt from the court decision

Appeal ruling of the Leningrad Regional Court dated November 15, 2018 N 33-6977/2018

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At the same time, the purchase and sale agreement states that the technical condition of the car was checked by the buyer, and the car was accepted without any complaints about its quality and completeness. The risk of technical malfunctions of the car after its purchase is borne by the buyer. Under such circumstances, the panel of judges believes that the court of first instance is legal and cannot be overturned.

It is also worth noting that most court cases regarding the termination of a contract with an individual have a negative result. In most cases, this is due to the wrong choice of method of protecting the violated right, the terms of contracts or an incomplete evidence base.

For example, in one of the cases, the buyer was unable to register the car because the VIN number was changed. However, he applied not with a demand to terminate the contract, but with a demand to declare the contract invalid and, naturally, was refused

Excerpt from the court decision

Appeal ruling of the Moscow City Court dated 06/06/2017 in case No. 33-21812/2017

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Thus, the acquisition of a vehicle with signs of changes, destruction of markings (interrupted numbers) is not a basis for recognizing the contract of sale and purchase of a vehicle as invalid; the proper way to protect the rights of the person who purchased such a vehicle is the requirements arising from the rights of the buyer under the contract purchase and sale.

A negative point will also be the fact that before the sale you contacted a car service to diagnose the car, and then entered into a purchase and sale agreement

Registering a used car with the traffic police

The new owner is required to register the car with the traffic police within 10 days after purchase. You can register a car at any traffic police department, regardless of your place of actual residence and permanent registration.

To register with the traffic police you need to provide a package of documents:

• registration application;
• passport;
• PTS;
• contract of sale;
• state registration plate (if available);
• MTPL policy (it is not necessary to present the original - a copy is sufficient).

In a situation where the car is registered not by the buyer himself, but by his representative, it is necessary to have a power of attorney with him.

The procedure for registering a car includes the following steps:

• submitting a package of necessary documents to the traffic police;
• visual inspection of the car by a representative of the State Traffic Inspectorate;
• issuance of license plates and vehicle registration certificates.

You can sign up to register a car with the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate through the State Services portal. There you can pay the fee for registering a vehicle online with a 30% discount.

Also read: Rules for registering a car with the traffic police

Preparation of documents for used car insurance

If a used car was not driven for a long time, its owner did not need to take out an insurance policy. Accordingly, when buying a used car, it is not at all necessary that it have insurance. The new owner must receive it. This can be done immediately after passing the technical inspection. It should be noted that the buyer can travel on the road without compulsory motor liability insurance during the first ten days after purchase. It is during this period that the new owner must take out a policy. Although you need to know, if during these ten days the new owner gets into an accident, he will have to reimburse all expenses personally. If this period has expired and the driver continues to drive, he will face a considerable fine.

Although, if the car has compulsory motor liability insurance, you can agree to maintain the current policy. To do this, both parties will need to go to the insurer to reissue insurance to the new owner. It is entirely legal for the former owner to ask for compensation for an insurance period that was not used.

Registration of a used car with the traffic police in 2021

In addition to receiving the policy, the new owner must register the car in his name within ten days.
To do this, you need to contact the traffic police department with a corresponding application. After this, the inspector will make the necessary entry in the PTS and make changes to the registration certificate. If necessary, you can order new license plates. You need to remember that you will have to pay for all these services in the form of state duty. The rule on vehicle registration should not be neglected, because the driver may receive a fine. So, as a first warning, the inspector issues a fine of 500 rubles. In case of repeated violation, you will have to pay a fine, which reaches 1,500 rubles. If after this the driver continues to drive a car without registration, he may lose his license.

Should the contract be certified by a notary?

Just a few years ago, a notary signature on a purchase and sale agreement was mandatory.
Some car enthusiasts, adhering to the old rules, also go to a notary's office. However, today this is not necessary. The Civil Code provides parties to a transaction with freedom of choice. If desired, the parties can agree to have the document certified by a lawyer. There is no prohibition on this. But it should be remembered that the work of specialists includes various services for which you will have to pay. Notary employees not only certify a ready-made agreement, but also help to draw it up correctly. Many citizens want to have a notarial contract because they want to protect themselves as much as possible in this transaction. Although you need to know, even without notarization, the document has legal force. Thus, there is simply no point in spending money and time visiting a notary office.

What documents does the vehicle seller provide to the buyer?

Once the parties have agreed to conclude a deal, the seller must prepare a package of documents.
Usually, the buyer, along with the car keys, receives a title and a registration certificate. Moreover, if it is missing, the new owner can register the vehicle by receiving a new certificate with his data. You will also need an ID from the seller for the transaction. As for PTS, the buyer must be careful here. This important document must be submitted in original. If the seller does not have the original PTS on hand, this should alert you. It is advisable to listen to explanations of why this happened. In general, experts do not recommend purchasing equipment if the seller only has a copy of the title. After all, the car may be secured. Accordingly, the owner cannot sell such a car. If the buyer is presented with the original, you should ensure that there is space to add new information. Otherwise, you will have to issue a new PTS.

All documentation that the buyer receives along with the car must be displayed in the contract itself. As for the buyer, he will need a driver’s license and a personal passport. It is recommended that you ask the seller in advance if he needs copies of these documents. Many people do without them, but some sellers want to get their hands on them.

What happens to license plates when sold?

Here the parties to the transaction must make a mutual decision.
For example, if the owner wants to sell a car without license plates, he immediately warns the buyer about this. Many car enthusiasts want to save license plates in order to use them on other cars. In such a situation, the seller should contact the traffic police by submitting an appropriate application. As a rule, the seller hands over the numbers, which will be stored by the traffic police until the sale and purchase transaction takes place. After the sold car is registered to the new owner and new plates are assigned to it, the old plates will be returned to the seller. In most cases, car owners do not want to spend time on this. If there is no fundamental difference, the car is sold with the existing license plates. Thus, when the new owner re-registers, he will register these marks in his name. In such a situation, you will also have to pay a state fee, although it will be significantly less compared to obtaining new numbers.

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We put the technical condition of the car in order

When the issues with the documents are settled, it’s time to put the technical condition of the car in order.

• Replace the air, fuel, oil and cabin filters, as well as the gearbox and engine oil, coolant and brake fluid, and special fluids in the components.
• To prevent the car from pulling in different directions when driving, to reduce fuel consumption and prevent early tire wear, get a wheel alignment.
• Visit a tire shop to have your wheels balanced.
• For cars older than 7 years, it is important to replace crankshaft seals, gearboxes, and gearboxes.

If, before purchasing a car, you did not inspect it at a service center, including using a lift, we advise you to do so immediately after purchase. This will help avoid unexpected problems in the future.

How to buy a car second hand and carry out registration

When choosing a car on the secondary market, there is a clash of interests between sellers and buyers. Decent money is spent on purchasing a car, so in the auto business there are fraudulent schemes, shady cars, and unscrupulous showrooms.

The state helps honest car owners and buyers, introduces online services to check for “surprises” of the owner and car, summarizes databases of pledged cars across the country, and reduces the time of registration with the traffic police. But the final decision and responsibility is taken by each buyer and seller personally. We’ll figure out how to properly purchase and register a car, which will reduce the risk and speed up the process.

Use the following procedure when buying a car second-hand:

1. Car technical diagnostics
2. Checking car documentation
3. Verification of the seller (passport, power of attorney)
4. Registration and signing of the purchase and sale agreement
5. Registration of a vehicle with the State Traffic Inspectorate.

Let us analyze the presented points in detail.