What's more important when buying a used car - mileage or age? | Ask Honest John

What's more important when buying a used car - mileage or age?

I'm looking at buying a used car. It's 12 years old but has very low mileage. I've done initial checks, looked at its MoT history, however, should I be happy with a low mileage and not worry about the age? Or should I get a coupe nearer five years old but with a higher mileage?

Asked on 14 August 2018 by Clare

Answered by Honest John

Newer and higher mileage is always better than older and lower mileage unless the older car is 'classic' and has been perfectly preserved.

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