Car Cloning:
Car cloning is a fast emerging car crime nationwide. This is where criminals give a stolen car, which has often been acquired through car jacking, the identity of an existing legitimate vehicle. In one case, eight cars have been discovered with the same registration number. As advanced as this crime may seem, there are steps you can take to avoid becoming a victim of this particular car crime.
Organise a vehicle check through HPI or Experian. Ensure it includes insurance up to £10,000
Never pay cash for a vehicle. Criminals selling a cloned vehicle will never accept a banker’s draft.
Make sure you see the vehicle at the owners address, or at the dealership. Never just view the car on the street.