Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title
A Rebuilt/Reconstructed vehicle is a salvage vehicle that has been repaired and restored to operation. These vehicles are often severely damaged before they are rebuilt and refurbished parts are typically used during reconstruction. In most states, an inspection of the vehicle is required before the vehicle is allowed to return to the road.
Manufacturer Buyback or Lemon Title
A DMV or a state agency marks an official document or issues a Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon title when a vehicle has been repurchased by the manufacturer. Not all states issue manufacturer buyback titles and the specific requirements for a lemon law vehicle varies by state.
Odometer Rollback
If a more recent odometer reading is less than an older reading, then the odometer may have been tampered with and "rolled back".
Manufacturer Recall
Automobile manufacturers issue recall notices to inform owners of car defects that have come to the manufacturer's attention. Recalls also suggest improvements that can be made to improve the safety of a particular vehicle. Most manufacturer recalls can be repaired at no cost to you.
Basic Warranty
Most manufacturers offer a basic warranty for new vehicles. These warranties vary by manufacturer and typically last for a certain amount of time and/or a set number of miles.
Not Actual Mileage Title
When the seller certifies, under the Federal Odometer Act, that the odometer reading does not reflect the vehicle's actual mileage. This may occur because the odometer was tampered with, broken, or replaced.
Junk Title
A Junk Title is issued on a vehicle damaged to the extent that the cost of repairing the vehicle exceeds ~ 75% of its pre-damage value. This damage threshold may vary by state. The majority of states use this title to indicate that a vehicle is not road worthy and cannot be titled again. Some states treat Junk titles the same as Salvage.
Loss Due To Fire Title
The vehicle sustained major damage due to fire. In most states, fire damage titles are issued when the cost of repairing the vehicle for safe operation exceeds its fair market value.
Exceeds Mechanical Limits Title
A vehicle with a 5-digit odometer cannot accurately track mileage after 99,999 miles because the odometer rolls over. This title is the result of a seller certifying under the Federal Odometer Act, that the odometer reading EXCEEDS MECHANICAL LIMITS of the odometer.
Structural / Frame Damage
In most cases, a vehicle is inspected for structural or frame damage, depending on the body design, after an accident or other incident. All levels of accidents from minor to severe can cause structural / frame damage and in most cases it can be repaired.
Airbag Deployment
Occurs when the driver, passenger or side airbag has been used or deployed during a crash or other incident. If an airbag has been deployed, it must be replaced by a qualified technician. Have this car inspected by a mechanic prior to purchase.
Salvage Title
A Salvage Title is issued on a vehicle damaged to the extent that the cost of repairing the vehicle exceeds ~ 75% of its pre-damage value. This damage threshold may vary by state. Some states treat Junk titles the same as Salvage but the majority use this title to indicate that a vehicle is not road worthy and cannot be titled again in that state. The following eleven States also use Salvage titles to identify stolen vehicles - AZ, FL, GA, IL, MD, MN, NJ, NM, NY, OK and OR.
Total Loss
An insurance or fleet company declares a vehicle a total loss when a claim exceeds ~ 75% of its pre-damage value or if the vehicle is stolen and not recovered. This damage threshold varies by company. These companies typically take possession and obtain the title. Not all total loss vehicles result in a DMV-reported branded title, like a Salvage or Junk title. See the glossary for more information.
Accident / Damage Indicator
Various events could indicate an accident or damage in a vehicle's history, such as: salvage auction, fire damage, police-reported accident, crash test vehicle, damage disclosure, collision repair facility and automotive recycler records. See the glossary for more information.
Hail Damage Title
The vehicle sustained major damage due to hail. In most states, hail damage titles are issued when the cost of repairing the vehicle for safe operation exceeds its fair market value.
Flood Damage Title
States issue flood titles when a vehicle has been in a flood or has received extensive water damage.
Standard Equipment
Power Windows, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, AM / FM CD, Power Brakes, Tilt Wheel, 6-digit Odometer
Safety Options
4 wheel ABS, Dual air bags front, head, and sides/active (manual) belts with automatic passenger sensor
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CARFAX Vehicle History Report
2003 MINI COOPER
VIN: WMWRC33423TE15855
HATCHBACK 2 DR
1.6L L4 FI DOHC 16V
FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Standard Equipment | Safety Options

Midsouth Automotive Group - Payless Car Sales
301 E Division St
Arlington, TX 76011
Accident/damage reported
Accident / Damage reported
3 or more previous owners
Previous owners
Registered as a personal vehicle
Personal vehicle
Service information available
Service records available
Vehicle history information available
Detailed records available
Last reported odometer reading/mileage
Last reported odometer reading
The CARFAX Xpert
This CARFAX Vehicle History Report is based only on information supplied to CARFAX and available as of 11/21/09 at 7:10 AM (EST). Other information about this vehicle, including problems, may not have been reported to CARFAX. Use this report as one important tool, along with a vehicle inspection and test drive, to make a better decision about your next used car.

Ownership History

The number of owners is estimated
Owner 1 Owner 2 Owner 3
Year purchased 2003  2004  2006 
Type of owner Personal Personal Personal
Estimated length of ownership 1 yr. 3 mo.  1 yr. 11 mo.  3 yrs. 2 mo. 
Owned in the following states/provinces Louisiana  Louisiana  Louisiana 
Estimated miles driven per year --- 5,840/yr 9,855/yr
Last reported odometer reading 13,128   25,171   57,439  

Title History

CARFAX guarantees the information in this section
Owner 1 Owner 2 Owner 3
Salvage | Junk | Rebuilt | Fire | Flood | Hail | Lemon Guaranteed
No Problem
Guaranteed
No Problem
Guaranteed
No Problem
Not Actual Mileage | Exceeds Mechanical Limits Guaranteed
No Problem
Guaranteed
No Problem
Guaranteed
No Problem
GUARANTEED - None of these major title problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If you find that any of these title problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back.

Additional History

Not all accidents / issues are reported to CARFAX
Owner 1 Owner 2 Owner 3
Total Loss
No total loss reported to CARFAX.
No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
Structural / Frame Damage
No structural / frame damage reported to CARFAX.
No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
Airbag Deployment
No airbag deployment reported to CARFAX.
No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
No Issues Reported
Odometer Rollback
No indication of an odometer rollback.
No Issues Indicated
No Issues Indicated
No Issues Indicated
Accident / Damage
Inspected at a collision repair facility on 12/01/2003. Accident reported on 11/27/2007. Parts requested to repair damage after accident or other incident on 12/05/2007.
Damage Reported
No New Issues Reported
Accident Reported
Manufacturer Recall
Check with an authorized Mini dealer for any open recalls.
No Recalls Reported
No Recalls Reported
No Recalls Reported
 

Detailed History

Owner 1
Purchased: 2003
Type: Personal
Where: Louisiana
Est. miles/year: ---
Est. length owned: 1/7/03 - 4/20/04
(1 yr. 3 mo.)
Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
01/07/2003     Dealer Inventory
Louisiana  
Vehicle sold
01/07/2003     Louisiana
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Baton Rouge, LA  
Registered as
personal vehicle
01/09/2003   5   Service Facility   Washed/detailed
02/17/2003   10   Louisiana
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Baton Rouge, LA  
Title issued or updated
First owner reported
Loan or lien reported
02/18/2003   590   Service Facility   Engine/powertrain computer/module checked
Body noise checked
05/05/2003   2,604   Service Facility   Vehicle serviced
10/27/2003   7,270   Service Facility   Vehicle serviced
12/01/2003   8,649   Collision Repair Facility
Louisiana  
Vehicle inspected after an
accident or other incident
Undercarriage damage reported
A vehicle inspection completed
by your dealer or professional
inspector is recommended

CARFAX began reporting this information on 02/14/2007.

12/10/2003     Service Facility   Vehicle serviced
04/19/2004   13,040   Service Facility   Maintenance inspection completed
Anti-theft/keyless device/alarm installed
Safety inspection performed
04/20/2004     Dealer Inventory
Baton Rouge, LA  
Vehicle offered for sale
05/22/2004     Dealer Inventory
Louisiana  
Vehicle sold
06/01/2004   13,128   Service Facility   Vehicle serviced
 
Owner 2
Purchased: 2004
Type: Personal
Where: Louisiana
Est. miles/year: 5,840/yr
Est. length owned: 6/30/04 - 5/31/06
(1 yr. 11 mo.)
Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
06/30/2004     Louisiana
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Baton Rouge, LA  
Title issued or updated
New owner reported
Loan or lien reported
07/07/2004   13,179   Service Facility   Vehicle serviced
09/09/2004   13,598   Louisiana
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Baton Rouge, LA  
Title issued or updated
Loan or lien reported
Registration updated when owner moved
the vehicle to a new location
05/02/2005   14,575   Louisiana
Inspection Station  
Passed emissions inspection
09/16/2005     CARFAX
 
This vehicle was registered in a county declared a flood disaster area by the Federal Emergency Management Agency ( FEMA ).
CARFAX Xpert
Hmmm...while most of these vehicles may not have been damaged, you should check for flood and/or other damage during your pre-purchase inspection.
05/31/2006   24,840   Dealer Inventory
Baton Rouge, LA  
Vehicle offered for sale
07/10/2006   25,171   Louisiana
Inspection Station  
Passed emissions inspection
 
Owner 3
Purchased: 2006
Type: Personal
Where: Louisiana
Est. miles/year: 9,855/yr
Est. length owned: 7/20/06 - 9/28/09
(3 yrs. 2 mo.)
Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
07/20/2006   25,206   Louisiana
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Baton Rouge, LA  
Title issued or updated
New owner reported
Loan or lien reported
08/17/2006   27,554   Service Facility   Electrical
05/16/2007   37,904   Service Facility   Manufacturer's recommended maintenance performed
Electrical
Steering/suspension checked
08/27/2007   42,151   Louisiana
Inspection Station  
Passed emissions inspection
11/27/2007     Louisiana
Police Report
Case #9111207  
Accident reported
in E Baton Rouge Parish
Involving a rear impact
with one or more vehicles
Minor damage reported
12/05/2007     Automotive Parts Supplier
Baton Rouge, LA  
Parts requested to repair damage after
an accident or other incident
Rear bumper assembly
Spare wheen carrier

CARFAX recommends checking these repairs during your pre-purchase inspection.

10/17/2008   54,781   Louisiana
Inspection Station  
Passed emissions inspection
09/28/2009   57,439   Auto Auction   Sold at auction
in Texas
Listed as
a fleet vehicle
10/29/2009     Online Listing   Vehicle offered for sale
CARFAX Xpert
SmartBuyer Checklist - I've created a checklist of specific questions for you to ask the seller about this 2003 Mini Cooper.
Print This Page Print this CARFAX Report and take it to your pre-purchase inspection
 
 

Glossary

Accident / Damage Indicator
CARFAX receives information about accidents in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Canada. Different information in a vehicle's history can indicate an accident or damage, such as: salvage auction, fire damage, police-reported accident, crash test vehicle, damage disclosure, collision repair facility and automotive recycler records. Not every accident or damage event is reported and not all reported are provided to CARFAX. Details about the accident or damage event when reported to CARFAX (e.g. severity, impact location, airbag deployment) are included on the Vehicle History Report. CARFAX recommends you obtain a vehicle inspection from your dealer or an independent mechanic.
  • According to the National Safety Council, Injury Facts, 2007 edition, 7% of the 245 million registered vehicles in the U.S. were involved in an accident in 2005. Over 75% of these were considered minor or moderate.
  • CARFAX depends on many sources for its accident / damage data. CARFAX can only report what is in our database on 21.Nov.2009 06:10:29. New data will result in a change to this report.
Louisiana Police Reports:
  • Provide an estimate of the extent of damage in its accident reports for the following:
    • SEVERE: The vehicle cannot be driven from the accident scene due to severe damage or an injury. This level of damage often results in a Salvage or Junk title.
    • MODERATE: The accident damage affects the operation of the vehicle and/or its parts. Examples include broken windows, trunk lids, doors, bumpers and tires.
    • MINOR: The accident damage does not affect the operation of the vehicle. Examples include dented bumpers, fenders, grills and body panels. This level of accident should not compromise vehicle safety.
    • NO DAMAGE: The vehicle was not damaged.
  • Are required if the estimated damage exceeds $500
  • Are released to CARFAX approximately 2 months after the accident date
Collision Repair Facility
A collision repair facility specializes in repairing vehicle damage caused by accidents and other incidents. A vehicle inspection completed by your dealer or a professional inspector is recommended.
First Owner
When the first owner(s) obtains a title from a Department of Motor Vehicles as proof of ownership.
New Owner Reported
When a vehicle is sold to a new owner, the Title must be transferred to the new owner(s) at a Department of Motor Vehicles.
Ownership History
CARFAX defines an owner as an individual or business that possesses and uses a vehicle. Not all title transactions represent changes in ownership. To provide estimated number of owners, CARFAX proprietary technology analyzes all the events in a vehicle history. Estimated ownership is available for vehicles manufactured after 1994 and titled solely in the US including Puerto Rico. Dealers sometimes opt to take ownership of a vehicle and are required to in the following states: Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and South Dakota. Please consider this as you review a vehicle's estimated ownership history.
Title Issued
A state issues a title to provide a vehicle owner with proof of ownership. Each title has a unique number. Each title or registration record on a CARFAX report does not necessarily indicate a change in ownership. In Canada, a registration and bill of sale are used as proof of ownership.
 
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