Fresh paint and a warning-free dashboard do not establish a clean structure or dry electrical system. The review must trace impact and moisture evidence through the body, underfloor battery protection, restraints, wiring and driver-assistance hardware. Set reject, repair and retest boundaries before valuing cosmetic condition, then attach every finding to the candidate VIN. The useful outcome is a documented decision that another person can review, not a confident-sounding conclusion detached from the vehicle.
Use this with: used Yuan Up inspection checklist, battery enclosure and health checks, ADAS and camera verification and charge-inlet water and corrosion checks. These pages close adjacent questions without replacing this check.
Short answer
Set reject, repair and retest boundaries before valuing cosmetic condition, then attach every finding to the candidate VIN. Carry dated body, underbody, scan and repair evidence into the contract and repeat affected checks after preparation and before loading. Where front glass was replaced, review windscreen fitment and camera verification.
Accepting a generic condition grade or polished cabin can hide repaired load paths, cleaned connectors, substituted restraints or unresolved calibration work. Instead, rank confirmed facts, seller-stated claims and open items separately so price comparison does not hide technical uncertainty.
01Build the event timeline+
Begin by fixing the evidence boundary. Build the event timeline. For this inspect decision, retain the source, date, VIN or candidate reference and the conditions under which the observation was made. Seller wording should remain distinguishable from independently observed evidence.
Set reject, repair and retest boundaries before valuing cosmetic condition, then attach every finding to the candidate VIN. If the evidence conflicts, pause the comparison and request a clearer record rather than averaging incompatible claims. This matters because carry dated body, underbody, scan and repair evidence into the contract and repeat affected checks after preparation and before loading.
02Measure body and paint evidence+
Next, compare the record with the physical vehicle. Measure body and paint evidence. For this inspect decision, retain the source, date, VIN or candidate reference and the conditions under which the observation was made. Seller wording should remain distinguishable from independently observed evidence.
Set reject, repair and retest boundaries before valuing cosmetic condition, then attach every finding to the candidate VIN. If the evidence conflicts, pause the comparison and request a clearer record rather than averaging incompatible claims. This matters because carry dated body, underbody, scan and repair evidence into the contract and repeat affected checks after preparation and before loading.
03Trace water through low points+
Treat uncertainty as a line item, not a reason to guess. Trace water through low points. For this inspect decision, retain the source, date, VIN or candidate reference and the conditions under which the observation was made. Seller wording should remain distinguishable from independently observed evidence.
Set reject, repair and retest boundaries before valuing cosmetic condition, then attach every finding to the candidate VIN. If the evidence conflicts, pause the comparison and request a clearer record rather than averaging incompatible claims. This matters because carry dated body, underbody, scan and repair evidence into the contract and repeat affected checks after preparation and before loading.
04Protect battery and high-voltage boundaries+
Test the result against the buyer's actual daily use. Protect battery and high-voltage boundaries. For this inspect decision, retain the source, date, VIN or candidate reference and the conditions under which the observation was made. Seller wording should remain distinguishable from independently observed evidence.
Set reject, repair and retest boundaries before valuing cosmetic condition, then attach every finding to the candidate VIN. If the evidence conflicts, pause the comparison and request a clearer record rather than averaging incompatible claims. This matters because carry dated body, underbody, scan and repair evidence into the contract and repeat affected checks after preparation and before loading.
05Verify restraints and ADAS repairs+
Close this check before the commercial file moves forward. Verify restraints and ADAS repairs. For this inspect decision, retain the source, date, VIN or candidate reference and the conditions under which the observation was made. Seller wording should remain distinguishable from independently observed evidence.
Set reject, repair and retest boundaries before valuing cosmetic condition, then attach every finding to the candidate VIN. If the evidence conflicts, pause the comparison and request a clearer record rather than averaging incompatible claims. This matters because carry dated body, underbody, scan and repair evidence into the contract and repeat affected checks after preparation and before loading.
06Repeat the post-repair inspection+
Repeat the affected check after any corrective work. Repeat the post-repair inspection. For this inspect decision, retain the source, date, VIN or candidate reference and the conditions under which the observation was made. Seller wording should remain distinguishable from independently observed evidence.
Set reject, repair and retest boundaries before valuing cosmetic condition, then attach every finding to the candidate VIN. If the evidence conflicts, pause the comparison and request a clearer record rather than averaging incompatible claims. This matters because carry dated body, underbody, scan and repair evidence into the contract and repeat affected checks after preparation and before loading.
Separate appearance from structural evidence
Compare claims and history with paint depth, seams, welds, fasteners, glass dates, panel gaps, rails, pillars, sill geometry and underbody mounting points. Record access limits and do not infer an undamaged structure from even paint alone.
Map possible water paths
Inspect carpets, seat mounts, spare or tool wells, door cavities, seals, ventilation ducts, charging areas and accessible connectors for staining, corrosion, deposits or replacement patterns. A dry surface after cleaning does not close the water-exposure question.
Keep high-voltage work controlled
Look for deformation, scrapes, missing fasteners, damaged shields and repairs around the enclosure without opening it. Isolation, enclosure or high-voltage connector concerns require a qualified procedure and preserved diagnostic evidence.
Reconcile restraint and sensor work
Check airbags, belts, pretensioners, seats, windscreen, bumpers, cameras and radar against repair records. Relevant body, glass, steering or suspension work may require alignment, calibration and a controlled function test.
Price the unresolved scope
An accident label alone does not define commercial risk. List the exact structure, component, test, responsible workshop, completion evidence and repeat inspection needed before the candidate can remain in the comparison.
Primary reference points
Official material is a starting reference, not a substitute for candidate verification.
Close the file with visible open items.
Carry dated body, underbody, scan and repair evidence into the contract and repeat affected checks after preparation and before loading. Record who will resolve every outstanding item and whether it affects purchase, shipping, arrival or later ownership. A replacement candidate receives a new review even when the colour and advertised trim are identical.
- Build the event timeline: confirmed / seller stated / open / not applicable
- Measure body and paint evidence: confirmed / seller stated / open / not applicable
- Trace water through low points: confirmed / seller stated / open / not applicable
- Protect battery and high-voltage boundaries: confirmed / seller stated / open / not applicable
- Verify restraints and ADAS repairs: confirmed / seller stated / open / not applicable
- Repeat the post-repair inspection: confirmed / seller stated / open / not applicable
Buyer questions
What should be confirmed first for Check a Used Yuan Up / Atto 2 for Accident and Flood Damage?+
Set reject, repair and retest boundaries before valuing cosmetic condition, then attach every finding to the candidate VIN. The answer must remain tied to one VIN, market version and destination rather than a generic listing.
Can a seller statement replace inspection evidence?+
No. A seller statement can identify a claim, but condition, charging and installed equipment should be supported by dated records or direct observation where practical.
Does this guide guarantee destination registration?+
No. Carry dated body, underbody, scan and repair evidence into the contract and repeat affected checks after preparation and before loading. Current customs, tax, registration and electrical requirements must be confirmed with competent destination advisers.