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There are over 1.8 million passenger vehicles registered in the state of New Mexico. According to the New Mexico Traffic Crash Annual Report filed by the New Mexico University Geospatial and Population Studies there was a total of over 43,000 crashes reported for the year of 2023. As reported, most of the vehicles involved in these incidences sustain moderate to heavy damage. Collision events range from collision with another vehicle to collision with an animal or a fixed object. Majority of the vehicles involved in these events will be repaired and will eventually make their way into the used car market.
Not all damage and repairs are created equal. Some vehicles require extensive repairs, and certain shops may not perform adequate repairs. While a vehicle may appear cosmetically restored, hidden issues could remain, leading to significant costs, time and frustration for the new owner. Now we are not saying that all vehicles repaired after sustaining damage due to an accident are bad. There are a lot of factors that must be considered before committing to buying a vehicle in the state of New Mexico.
Among the most important of which is if the vehicle was involved in a previous accident and how severe was the accident. You generally want to stay away from any "clipped" cars. These vehicles were damaged so severely that a sizable section of the vehicle had to be cut and replaced with a section from a donor vehicle.
As a rule of thumb, you want to stay away from vehicles with branded titles, such as Salvage and Rebuilt as they typically fall under severely damaged category. Another very important factor to consider when the vehicle was involved in a minor accident or accidents is if it required extensive frame repair and if it was repaired properly.
When you need to gather information about a car registered in the state of New Mexico, whether for legal, safety, or personal reasons, there are several steps you can follow to obtain the necessary details.
The first step is to locate the Vehicle Identification number or VIN for short. Your VIN can be found in multiple locations permanently stamped on the car itself (under the hood at the front of the engine block, drivers' side interior dash, inside the driver's side door jamb). The VIN can also be found on the car's documentation such as registration, insurance documents, as well as the vehicles title.
The VIN can be used to obtain information about practically any car registered in the state of New Mexico using the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division's (MVD) online motor vehicle record system. Another invaluable tool in the vehicle research process is a Vehicle History report. This report may uncover a wealth of information about the vehicle's past government use, title records, accident events, liens, mileage, ownership history, sale events, floods, fires, thefts, repossessions and much more...
A vehicle history report in New Mexico is essentially a record of all reported events related to the vehicles history and will compile data collected from National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS), Insurance Institute, and private reporting sources and will give you a more comprehensive view of the vehicle's past that may help you assess the vehicle's condition and overall value. One other way to assess the vehicle's condition is to order an independent vehicle inspection. No amount of data collected from any source can be a substitute to a hands-on physical inspection by an experienced automotive technician.
Growing Population
with over 2 million people currently living in NM
2 million+
registered vehicle in NM
2 in 5 cars for sale in NM
has had a previous accident
1 million+
vehicles sold in NM annually
Conducting a simple VIN check before purchasing a vehicle is a crucial move that may help you avoid potential problems and future expenses. Taking this step may give you the opportunity to:
In today's market, transparency is everything. By checking the VIN, you equip yourself with the knowledge to make an informed choice, safeguarding your investment and ensuring you drive away with confidence.
