Damaged import
A Vehicle Information Report flags a vehicle that was recorded as damaged when it was imported. Here is what each alert means and what to do before you buy.
Imported as a damaged vehicle
This alert means the vehicle was imported into New Zealand with obvious damage or deterioration. This alert will not appear if the vehicle simply had dents to some of its body panels, the vehicle must be significantly damaged.
We recommend that you have the vehicle inspected to ensure the damage is not going to affect the safety and operation of the vehicle (eg. wheel alignment and steering).
Possibly water or fire damaged import
This vehicle has been flagged as likely to have been damaged by water or fire.
The NZTA strongly advises buyers to have these vehicles thoroughly checked by an independent vehicle inspector prior to purchase.
Components like seat belts, seat belt pre-tensioners, airbags and certain electrical systems including associated wiring are likely to need replacing in order to bring these vehicles to a safe standard as required by New Zealand law.
You may even need to get this vehicle certified before it can be registered.