In 2024, used car sales increased by 5%, but many buyers overlooked critical purchasing steps, as revealed in a Tempcover survey involving 2,000 UK drivers. Surprisingly, a significant portion of buyers skipped test drives, often due to misplaced trust in sellers or a belief that the vehicles appeared in good condition. Many of these buyers later faced mechanical issues, suggesting that a test drive could have mitigated potential problems. While price ranked as the top priority in used car purchases, environmental impact and technology were notably less prioritized, indicating a gap in awareness among consumers.
In a survey of 2,000 UK drivers, it was found that many buyers neglect essential steps like test driving, despite rising used car sales indicating strong market demand.
Price remains the primary concern for 52% of used car buyers, followed by mileage and MOT history, while environmental factors are given significantly less importance.
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