Technical Specifications for Appraisal and Evaluation of Used Cars

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Technical Specifications for Appraisal and Evaluation of Used Cars

Used car evaluation is a critical step for buyers to ensure vehicle value and condition before purchase. Through systematic technical specification checks, potential risks can be avoided, and a fair price can be obtained. The following is a summary of technical specifications and evaluation points based on industry standards, aimed at helping buyers conduct a comprehensive assessment.

1. Collection of Basic Vehicle Information

  • VIN Code and Mileage: First, scan the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to obtain historical records, including accidents, repairs, and ownership changes. Mileage is a core indicator, typically dividing vehicles into low-mileage (below 100,000 km) and high-mileage categories, with high-mileage vehicles significantly reducing in value.
  • Market Data Reference: Use online tools such as Kelley Blue Book or similar platforms, combined with current market trends, to assess vehicle value, including supply and demand situations and regional differences.

2. Exterior and Interior Condition Inspection

  • Exterior Evaluation: Check the body paint, frame, tires, and chassis for rust, dents, or damage. Using AI scanning tools can quickly detect hidden issues, such as chassis corrosion or tire wear.
  • Interior Evaluation: Inspect the seats, dashboard, interior wear level, and the functionality of electronic systems (such as air conditioning and audio). Stains, tears, or odors will lower the vehicle grade.

3. Mechanical and Engine Performance

  • Engine and Transmission System: Evaluate the engine type, gearbox, and drive system to ensure no oil leaks or abnormal noises. Classic cars or special models require additional checks for optional configurations, such as color codes and accessories.
  • Overall Condition Classification: Vehicle conditions are typically divided into excellent, good, average, and poor categories, with each category affecting market value by 10-30%. For example, vehicles in excellent condition can receive higher valuations.

4. Valuation Adjustment and Negotiation Skills

  • Adjustment Factors: Adjust the valuation based on condition, year, brand, and additional features (such as navigation systems). Dealers often use real-time data tools to ensure accuracy.
  • Buyer Suggestions: It is recommended to conduct professional inspections or use mobile apps to assist in evaluation. During negotiations, emphasize discovered defects to negotiate a lower price.

 

Original: Technical Specifications for Appraisal and Evaluation of Used Cars

GB/T 30323-2013

ICS 03.080.01

A20


National Standard of the People's Republic of China

 

Issued on December 31, 2013

Implemented on June 1, 2014

Issued by:General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of the People's Republic of China

Standardization Administration of China





Foreword

This Standard is drafted in accordance with the rules specified in GB/T 1.1-2009.

This Standard is proposed and under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China.

Drafting organizations of this Standard: China Automobile Dealers Association.

Chief drafters of this Standard: Yu Yuanbo, Luo Lei, Li Zhensheng, Zhou Weixing, Qin Rong, Liang Jiangfeng, Hu Dingcheng, Zhu Donglai, Liu Xiaodong.

Introduction

This Standard is formulated to standardize the acts of used car appraisal and evaluation, create a fair and impartial used car consumption environment, protect the legitimate rights and interests of consumers, and promote the healthy development of the automobile market.

In the formulation process of this Standard, reference has been made to the main ideas and methods of relevant laws, regulations and industry standards on used car appraisal and evaluation in foreign countries.

1 Scope

This Standard specifies the terms and definitions, requirements for enterprises (used car business of manufacturing enterprises, used car departments of automobile dealers, used car markets, used car brokerage companies, used car auctions), operation processes and methods for used car appraisal and evaluation.

This Standard applies to activities of appraisal and evaluation of used cars (small and micro passenger cars, and large sedans). For the appraisal and evaluation of other types of used cars and other activities involving automobile appraisal and evaluation, these shall be implemented by reference to this Standard.

2 Normative References

The following documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated referenced documents, only the version with the indicated date is applicable to this document; for undated referenced documents, the latest version (including all amendments) is applicable to this document.

GB 7258 Technical Specifications for Safety of Power-Driven Vehicles Operating on Roads

3 Terms and Definitions

The following terms and definitions are applicable to this document.

3.1 Used Car

A motor vehicle that is traded and transferred in ownership after the completion of registration procedures and before reaching the national mandatory scrapping standard.

3.2 Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation

The process of testing and appraising the technical condition of a used car and determining its value at a specific point in time.

3.2.1 Technical Condition Appraisal of Used Car

The description of defects and grading of the technical condition of a vehicle.

3.2.2 Used Car Valuation

The evaluation of the value of the target vehicle based on the results of the technical condition appraisal of the used car and the purpose of the appraisal and evaluation. The main valuation methods include the current market price method and the replacement cost method.
3.2.2.1 Current Market Price Method
A method of calculating the value of the appraised vehicle based on the current market price in accordance with the technical condition of the vehicle.
3.2.2.2 Replacement Cost Method
A method in which the current value of the appraised object is determined as the difference between the total cost required to re-purchase a brand-new appraised object of the same model at the current market price and the depreciation of the appraised object due to physical, functional and economic obsolescence.

3.3 Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Institution

A third-party service institution engaged in the business of used car appraisal and evaluation.

3.4 Used Car Appraisal Appraiser

A person who has legally obtained the national professional qualification of a used car appraisal appraiser.

3.5 Advanced Used Car Appraisal Appraiser

A person who has legally obtained the national professional qualification of an advanced used car appraisal appraiser.

4 Requirements for Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Institutions

4.1 Premises

The business area shall be not less than 200 square meters.

4.2 Facilities and Equipment

4.2.1 Automotive lifting equipment shall be available.

4.2.2 Equipment for reading vehicle fault information and tools or equipment for detecting vehicle structure dimensions shall be available.

4.2.3 Tools for measuring vehicle appearance defects and paint thickness testing equipment shall be available.

4.2.4 Common operating tools such as lighting tools, cameras, screwdrivers and wrenches shall be available.

4.3 Personnel

The institution shall have no less than 3 used car appraisal appraisers and no less than 1 advanced used car appraisal appraiser.

4.4 Others

4.4.1 Office facilities such as computers shall be available.

4.4.2 Fire-fighting facilities that comply with the relevant national regulations shall be available.

5 Procedures for Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation

5.1 Operation Flow of Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation

Used car appraisal and evaluation institutions shall conduct used car appraisal and evaluation business in accordance with the flow shown in Figure 1, and fill in the Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Worksheet with reference to Appendix A. Enterprises engaged in used car distribution, auction, brokerage and other businesses that involve used car appraisal and evaluation activities shall conduct operations with reference to the relevant contents and sequence in Figure 1, i.e., verifying tradable vehicles → registering basic information → identifying accident-damaged vehicles → appraising technical condition, and fill in the Used Car Technical Condition Form with reference to Appendix B.

5.2 Accepting Appraisal and Evaluation

Understand the basic information of the client and the client’s vehicle, and clarify the client’s requirements, mainly including the purpose of evaluation, the base date of evaluation, and the expected time to complete the evaluation required by the client.

5.3 Verifying Tradable Vehicles

5.3.1 Verify the completeness of legal certificates and documents such as the Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate, Driving License, valid Motor Vehicle Safety and Technical Inspection Qualification Mark, Vehicle Purchase Tax Payment Certificate, Vehicle and Vessel Tax Payment Certificate, and Vehicle Insurance Policy; and check whether all the items listed in Table 1 are determined as "Yes".

（Note: Figure 1 is inserted here - Flowchart of Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Operation）

Figure 1 Flowchart of Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Operation

  1. Accept appraisal and evaluation: Clarify the purpose of evaluation, the object of evaluation and other basic business matters.
  2. Verify tradable vehicles: For non-tradable vehicles, no technical appraisal or value evaluation shall be conducted except for special needs.
  3. Sign the letter of authorization: Formulate an evaluation plan and arrange appraisers for appraisal and evaluation.
  4. Register basic information: Vehicle category, name, model, manufacturer, registration date, etc.
  5. Identify accident-damaged vehicles:
    • If yes: Point out the accident location and accident status (expressed by codes), and terminate the evaluation.
    • If no: Proceed to appraise the technical condition.
  6. Appraise technical condition: Inspect the vehicle body and key components, calculate the technical condition score, describe defects, and grade the technical condition.
  7. Evaluate vehicle value.
  8. Compile and issue the appraisal and evaluation report: Issue the appraisal and evaluation report to the client.
  9. File the working papers.

Table 1 Judgment Table for Tradable Vehicles

Check Item Judgment (Y = Yes, N = No)
1. Whether the vehicle is prohibited from operation by laws and regulations Y □ / N □
2. Whether the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or frame number is consistent with the registration number in the Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate and has no chiseling traces Y □ / N □
3. Whether the engine number is consistent with the registration number in the Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate and has no chiseling traces Y □ / N □
4. Whether the vehicle is obtained through illegal and criminal means such as theft, robbery or fraud Y □ (No) / N □ (Yes)
5. Whether the vehicle is under seizure or detention by judicial organs (people's courts, procuratorates), administrative law enforcement departments, etc. according to law Y □ (No) / N □ (Yes)
6. Whether the vehicle is under mortgage or customs supervision Y □ (No) / N □ (Yes)
7. Whether the vehicle has reached the national mandatory scrapping standard Y □ (No) / N □ (Yes)

5.3.2 If any of the above legal certificates or documents is incomplete, or any item in Table 1 is judged as "N", the institution shall inform the client, and no further technical appraisal or value evaluation is required (except for special requirements such as entrustment by judicial organs).

5.3.3 If any legal certificate or document is found incomplete, or any of Item 1, Items 4 to 8 in Table 1 is judged as "N", the institution shall report to the public security organ and other law enforcement departments in a timely manner.

5.4 Signing the Letter of Authorization

For vehicles with complete relevant certificates and licenses, all items in Table 1 judged as "Y", or vehicles with special requirements (such as entrustment by judicial organs), the Letter of Authorization for Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation shall be signed with reference to Appendix C.

5.5 Registering Basic Information

5.5.1 Register the information on the nature of vehicle use, and clarify whether the vehicle is for operation or non-operation;

5.5.2 Register the basic information of the vehicle, including vehicle category, name, model, manufacturer, registration date, indicated mileage, etc. If the indicated mileage is obviously inconsistent with the actual vehicle condition, it shall be noted in the technical defect description of the Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Report (see Appendix D) or the Used Car Technical Condition Form (see Appendix B).

5.6 Identifying Accident-Damaged Vehicles

5.6.1 Use paint thickness testing equipment to assist in testing the structural components of the vehicle body; use vehicle structure dimension detection tools/equipment to test the left-right symmetry of the vehicle body (coded as 1).

5.6.2 With reference to the vehicle body parts shown in Figure 2 (coded as 2 to 13), inspect the vehicle appearance in accordance with the requirements of Table 2 to determine whether the vehicle has experienced collision or fire, and confirm whether the vehicle body structure is intact or has accident traces.

（Note: Figure 2 is inserted here - Schematic Diagram of Vehicle Body Structure）

Figure 2 Schematic Diagram of Vehicle Body Structure

Description of codes:

2 - Left Pillar A; 6 - Right Pillar B; 10 - Left Front Shock Absorber Suspension Part;

3 - Left Pillar B; 7 - Right Pillar C; 11 - Right Front Shock Absorber Suspension Part;

4 - Left Pillar C; 8 - Left Front Longitudinal Beam; 12 - Left Rear Shock Absorber Suspension Part;

5 - Right Pillar A; 9 - Right Front Longitudinal Beam; 13 - Right Rear Shock Absorber Suspension Part.

5.6.3 Describe the defects of the vehicle body status in accordance with Table 2 and Table 3, i.e., "vehicle body part code + status". Example: 4SH means "Left Pillar C has weld marks".

5.6.4 If any inspection item in Table 2 has the corresponding defect in Table 3, the vehicle shall be deemed as an accident-damaged vehicle.

5.6.5 The technical appraisal and value evaluation of accident-damaged vehicles are not within the scope of this Standard.

Table 2 Code Table of Vehicle Body Parts

Code Inspection Item / Vehicle Body Part Code Inspection Item / Vehicle Body Part
1 Left-Right Symmetry of Vehicle Body 8 Left Front Longitudinal Beam
2 Left Pillar A 9 Right Front Longitudinal Beam
3 Left Pillar B 10 Left Front Shock Absorber Suspension Part
4 Left Pillar C 11 Right Front Shock Absorber Suspension Part
5 Right Pillar A 12 Left Rear Shock Absorber Suspension Part
6 Right Pillar B 13 Right Rear Shock Absorber Suspension Part
7 Right Pillar C - -

Table 3 Correspondence Table for Description of Vehicle Defect Status

Representative Letter Defect Description
BX Deformation
NQ Distortion
GH Replacement
SH Welding
ZZ Bulging

5.7 Appraising Vehicle Technical Condition

5.7.1 Inspect the vehicle technical condition in the sequence of vehicle body, engine compartment, driver's cabin, start-up, road test and chassis.

5.7.2 Determine the technical condition score of the vehicle based on the inspection results. The total score is the sum of the scores of each appraisal item, i.e., Total Appraisal Score = Σ Item Scores, with a full score of 100 points.

5.7.3 Determine the corresponding technical grade of the vehicle based on the appraisal score in accordance with Table 4.

Table 4 Correspondence Table between Vehicle Technical Condition Grade and Score Range

Technical Condition Grade Score Range
Grade I Total Appraisal Score ≥ 90
Grade II 60 ≤ Total Appraisal Score < 90
Grade III 20 ≤ Total Appraisal Score < 60
Grade IV Total Appraisal Score < 20
Grade V Accident-Damaged Vehicle

5.8 Evaluating Vehicle Value

5.8.1 Principles for selecting valuation methods:

a) In general, the current market price method is recommended; if there is no reference object and the current market price method cannot be used, the replacement cost method shall be selected;

b) Determine the valuation method based on the relevant conditions of the vehicle, and estimate the value of the vehicle.

5.8.2 Application method of the current market price method:

a) The appraised value shall be the recent transaction price of vehicles of the same model, configuration and same technical condition appraisal score;

b) If there is no direct reference, the transaction prices of vehicles of the same model with similar scores can be obtained from the recent transaction records in the region, or from the transaction records of vehicles of the same model with similar scores in adjacent regions, and corrections shall be made in combination with the technical condition appraisal score of the vehicle.

5.8.3 Calculation of vehicle value by the replacement cost method:

a) The replacement cost method shall be used when there is no reference object, as shown in Formula (1):

Where: - Appraised value of the vehicle; - Updated replacement cost (the market retail price of a new vehicle of the same model and configuration on the base date of evaluation); - Comprehensive newness rate.

b) Calculation method of the comprehensive newness rate, as shown in Formula (2):

Where: - Comprehensive newness rate; - Age-based newness rate; - Technical appraisal-based newness rate; - Coefficient of technical appraisal-based newness rate; - Coefficient of age-based newness rate;

Among which, ; is equivalent to the residual value rate of the vehicle after physical obsolescence and functional obsolescence; is equivalent to the residual value rate of the vehicle after economic obsolescence.

c) Calculation method of the age-based newness rate, as shown in Formula (3):

Where: - Age-based newness rate; - Estimated remaining service life of the vehicle; - Service life of the vehicle (the service life of non-operating passenger cars is 15 years; if the service life exceeds 15 years, the actual service life shall be used; for operating vehicles and vehicles with specified service life, the actual requirements shall be followed).

d) Calculation method of the technical appraisal-based newness rate, as shown in Formula (4):

Where: - Technical appraisal-based newness rate; - Vehicle technical condition score.

5.9 Compiling and Issuing the Appraisal and Evaluation Report

5.9.1 Compile the Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Report in accordance with the requirements of Appendix D based on the vehicle technical condition grade, value evaluation results, etc., ensuring the content is complete, objective and accurate, and the writing is neat.

5.9.2 Issue the Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Report to the client in a timely manner as required in the letter of authorization, which shall be signed by the appraiser and the reviewer, and sealed by the appraisal and evaluation institution.

5.10 Filing Working Papers

Compile the Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Report together with its appendices and working papers into an independent volume for filing and future reference. The retention period of the files shall be not less than 5 years; for files involving property disputes in the purpose of appraisal and evaluation, the retention period shall be not less than 10 years; if there are other provisions in laws and regulations, those provisions shall prevail.

6 Requirements for Technical Condition Appraisal of Normal Vehicles

6.1 Vehicle Body Appearance

6.1.1 The parts of the vehicle body appearance and their corresponding codes are indicated in Figure 3 and Table 5. With reference to the indication in Figure 3, inspect 26 items in accordance with the requirements of Table 5 and Table 6: 0.5 points shall be deducted for Degree 1, and an additional 0.5 points shall be deducted for each increase in the degree. The total score is 20 points, and no further points shall be deducted once the total score is exhausted. The tire part shall meet the standard higher than Degree 4; 1 point shall be deducted if it fails to meet the standard.

（Note: Figure 3 is inserted here - Expanded Schematic Diagram of Vehicle Body Appearance）

Figure 3 Expanded Schematic Diagram of Vehicle Body Appearance

Parts marked in the figure:

Front Bumper; Left Front Fender, Right Front Fender; Engine Hood;

Left Front Door, Right Front Door; Left Rear Door, Roof, Right Rear Door;

Left Rear Fender, Trunk Lid, Right Rear Fender; Rear Bumper.

6.1.2 Inspect the vehicle body appearance by combining visual inspection with vehicle appearance defect measurement tools and paint thickness testing equipment.

6.1.3 Describe defects in accordance with Table 5 and Table 6; the code description for vehicle body appearance items shall be: "vehicle body part code + status + degree".

Example: 21XS2 means "Left Rear Door has rust, with an area greater than 100mm×100mm but less than or equal to 200mm×300mm".

Table 5 Correspondence Table for Codes of Vehicle Body Appearance Parts

Code Appearance Part Code Appearance Part
14 Surface of Engine Hood 20 Right Front Door
15 Left Front Fender 21 Left Rear Door
16 Left Rear Fender 22 Right Rear Door
17 Right Front Fender 23 Trunk Lid
18 Right Rear Fender 24 Inside of Trunk
19 Left Front Door 25 Roof
26 Front Bumper 33 Rear Tail Lights
27 Rear Bumper 34 Front Windshield
28 Left Front Tire 35 Rear Windshield
29 Left Rear Tire 36 Four-door Window Glass
30 Right Front Tire 37 Left Rearview Mirror
31 Right Rear Tire 38 Right Rearview Mirror
32 Front Headlights 39 Tires

Table 6 Correspondence Table for Description of Vehicle Body Appearance Status

Representative Letter Defect Description Degree Definition
XS Rust 1 - Area ≤ 100mm×100mm; 2 - 100mm×100mm < Area ≤ 200mm×300mm; 3 - Area > 200mm×300mm
HH Scratch Same as the degree definition for rust
BX Deformation Same as the degree definition for rust
AX Dent Same as the degree definition for rust
LW Crack Same as the degree definition for rust
XF Repair Trace Same as the degree definition for rust
- Tire Tread Depth 4 - Tread depth < 1.6mm

6.2 Engine Compartment

Inspect 10 items (Serial Numbers 40-49) in accordance with the requirements of Table 7: No points shall be deducted for Option A; 1 point shall be deducted for Option B or C in Item 40; 5 points shall be deducted for Option B or C in Item 41; 2 points shall be deducted for Option B and 4 points for Option C in Item 44; 1.5 points shall be deducted for Option B and 3 points for Option C in other items. The total score is 20 points, and no further points shall be deducted once the total score is exhausted.

Table 7 Worksheet for Engine Compartment Inspection Items

Serial No. Inspection Item Option A (No Defect) Option B (Minor Defect) Option C (Severe Defect)
40 Whether there is coolant mixed in engine oil None Minor Severe
41 Whether there is engine oil leakage outside the cylinder head None Minor Severe
42 Whether there are dents or repair traces on the inner edge of the front fender, water tank frame and cross beam None Minor Severe
43 Whether there is damage to the radiator grille None Minor Severe
44 Whether there is corrosion on the battery terminals None Minor Severe
45 Whether there is leakage or shortage of battery electrolyte None Minor Severe
46 Whether there is aging of the engine belt None Minor Severe
47 Whether there is aging or cracks of oil pipes and water pipes None Minor Severe
48 Whether there is aging or damage of the wire harness None Minor Severe
49 Others - Describe defects only, no points deducted -

If coolant is found mixed in engine oil during the inspection of Item 40, or engine oil leakage is found outside the cylinder head during the inspection of Item 41, it shall be noted separately in the technical condition defect description of the Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Report or the Used Car Technical Condition Form, and a reminder shall be given that the vehicle is not suitable for use before repair.

6.3 Driver's Cabin

Inspect 15 items (Serial Numbers 50-64) in accordance with the requirements of Table 8: No points shall be deducted for Option A; 1.5 points shall be deducted for Option C in Item 50; 0.5 points shall be deducted for Option C in Items 51 and 52; 1 point shall be deducted for Option C in other items. The total score is 10 points, and no further points shall be deducted once the total score is exhausted.

Table 8 Worksheet for Driver's Cabin Inspection Items

Serial No. Inspection Item Option A (Qualified) Option C (Unqualified)
50 Whether there are no water damage traces inside the vehicle Yes No
51 Whether the interior rearview mirror and seats are complete, undamaged and functional Yes No
52 Whether the interior is clean and free of peculiar smell Yes No
53 Whether the free travel angle of the steering wheel is less than 20° Yes No
54 Whether the roof and surrounding interior trim are undamaged, non-loose, and free of cracks and stains Yes No
55 Whether the instrument panel is free of scratches and accessories are complete Yes No
56 Whether the gear shift handle and its cover are intact and undamaged Yes No
57 Whether the storage box is free of cracks and accessories are complete Yes No
58 Whether the sunroof moves flexibly and closes normally Yes No
59 Whether the door and window seals are in good condition and non-aging Yes No
60 Whether the seat belt structure is complete and functional Yes No
61 Whether the parking brake system is flexible and effective Yes No
62 Whether the window regulators and doors work normally Yes No
63 Whether the left and right rearview mirror folding devices work normally Yes No
64 Others - Describe defects only, no points deducted

If the seat belt structure is found incomplete or non-functional during the inspection of Item 60, it shall be noted in the technical condition defect description of the Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Report or the Used Car Technical Condition Form, and a reminder shall be given that the vehicle is not suitable for use before repair or replacement.

6.4 Start-Up

Inspect 10 items (Serial Numbers 65-74) in accordance with the requirements of Table 9: No points shall be deducted for Option A; 2 points shall be deducted for Option C in Items 65 and 66; 1 point shall be deducted for Option C in Item 67; 0.5 points shall be deducted for Option C in Items 68 to 71; 10 points shall be deducted for Option C in Items 72 and 73. The total score is 20 points, and no further points shall be deducted once the total score is exhausted.

Table 9 Worksheet for Start-Up Inspection Items

Serial No. Inspection Item Option A (Qualified) Option C (Unqualified)
65 Whether the vehicle starts smoothly (start-up time < 5s or one-time start) Yes No
66 Whether the indicator lights on the instrument panel display normally and have no fault alarms Yes No
67 Whether all lights and their adjustment functions work normally Yes No
68 Whether the parking assistance system works normally Yes No
69 Whether the anti-lock braking system (ABS) works normally Yes No
70 Whether the air conditioning system works normally (air volume, direction adjustment, zone control, automatic control, refrigeration) Yes No
71 Whether the engine idles stably in both cold and hot states Yes No
72 Whether the engine has no abnormal noise during idling, and the engine sound transitions smoothly without abnormal noise when the engine speed is gradually increased in neutral Yes No
73 Whether the vehicle exhaust has no abnormalities Yes No
74 Others - Describe defects only, no points deducted

If abnormal display of the instrument panel indicator lights or fault alarms is found during the inspection of Item 66, the cause shall be identified and noted in the technical condition defect description of the Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Report or the Used Car Technical Condition Form.

Vehicle fault information reading equipment shall be preferred for testing the vehicle technical condition.

6.5 Road Test

Inspect 10 items (Serial Numbers 75-84) in accordance with the requirements of Table 10: No points shall be deducted for Option A; 2 points shall be deducted for Option C. The total score is 15 points, and no further points shall be deducted once the total score is exhausted.

Table 10 Worksheet for Road Test Inspection Items

Serial No. Inspection Item Option A (Qualified) Option C (Unqualified)
75 Whether the engine runs and accelerates normally Yes No
76 Whether the brake pedal does not move downward when pressed and held for 5s-10s before vehicle start-up Yes No
77 Whether the brake pedal moves downward when the engine is started with the brake pedal pressed Yes No
78 Whether the maximum braking efficiency of the service braking system is achieved within 4/5 of the full stroke of the pedal Yes No
79 Whether the vehicle travels without deviation Yes No
80 Whether the braking system works normally and effectively without deviation during braking Yes No
81 Whether the transmission works normally without abnormal noise Yes No
82 Whether there is no abnormal noise in the vehicle chassis during driving Yes No
83 Whether there is no abnormal noise in the vehicle steering system during driving Yes No
84 Others - Describe defects only, no points deducted

If abnormal phenomena such as long braking distance or deviation of the braking system are found during the inspection of Item 80, it shall be noted in the technical defect description of the Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Report or the Used Car Technical Condition Form, and a reminder shall be given that the vehicle is not suitable for use before repair.

6.6 Chassis

Inspect 8 items (Serial Numbers 85-92) in accordance with the requirements of Table 11: No points shall be deducted for Option A; 4 points shall be deducted for Option C in Items 85 and 86; 3 points shall be deducted for Option C in Items 87 and 88; 2 points shall be deducted for Option C in Items 89, 90 and 91. The total score is 15 points, and no further points shall be deducted once the total score is exhausted.

Table 11 Worksheet for Chassis Inspection Items

Serial No. Inspection Item Option A (Qualified) Option C (Unqualified)
85 Whether the engine oil pan has no leakage Yes No
86 Whether the transmission case has no leakage Yes No
87 Whether the steering knuckle arm ball pin has no looseness Yes No
88 Whether the triangular arm ball pin has no looseness Yes No
89 Whether the propeller shaft universal joint has no looseness Yes No
90 Whether the shock absorber has no leakage Yes No
91 Whether the shock absorber spring has no damage Yes No
92 Others - Describe defects only, no points deducted

6.7 Functional Components

Inspect the functions of the components shown in Table 12 (Serial Numbers 93-113). For components with structural or functional damage, only defect descriptions shall be made, and no points shall be deducted.

Table 12 List of Vehicle Functional Components

Serial No. Category Component Name Serial No. Category Component Name
93 External Vehicle Body Components Engine Hood Lock 105 Emergency Tools Spare Tire
94 - Engine Hood Hydraulic Strut 106 - Jack
95 - Rear Door/Trunk Hydraulic Strut 107 - Tire Wrench and Onboard Tools
96 - Door Locks 108 - Warning Triangle
97 - Front and Rear Windshield Wipers 109 - Fire Extinguisher
98 - Pillar Sealing Strips 110 Keys and Remote Control Full Set of Keys
99 - Exhaust Pipe and Muffler 111 - Remote Control and Its Functions
100 - Wheel Rims 112 - Horn (High and Low Tones)
101 Internal Vehicle Components Interior Rearview Mirror 113 - Glass Heating Function
102 - Seat Adjustment and Heating - - -
103 - Instrument Panel Air Ducts - - -
104 - Central Control System - - -

6.8 Taking Vehicle Photos

6.8.1 Exterior photos: Take 1 photo of the vehicle exterior from a 45° angle at the left front and 1 at the right rear respectively; take 1 front photo of the damaged part of the exterior with a scale.

6.8.2 Driver's cabin photos: Take 1 photo of the instrument panel and control levers, 1 of the front seats, and 1 of the rear seats from a 45° angle at the left respectively; take 1 front photo of the damaged part with a scale.

6.8.3 Take 1 photo of the engine compartment.

7 Operation and Management of Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Institutions

7.1 The institution shall have a standardized name, organizational structure, fixed premises and articles of association; comply with relevant national laws, regulations and industry rules; and conduct used car appraisal and evaluation business in an objective and impartial manner.

7.2 The institution shall hang the used car appraisal and evaluation institution certificate, business license and other certificates in a prominent position of the business premises, and publicly display the used car appraisal and evaluation process and charging standards.

7.3 Used car appraisal and evaluation personnel shall strictly abide by professional ethics, professional integrity and practice standards.

7.4 When conducting used car appraisal and evaluation activities, the institution shall adhere to the principles of objectivity, independence, impartiality and scientificity; and avoid undertaking appraisal and evaluation business entrusted by parties related to the institution or the appraisers in accordance with the conflict of interest avoidance principle.

7.5 The institution shall establish an internal training and assessment system to ensure the professional quality of appraisal and evaluation personnel and the quality of appraisal and evaluation work.

7.6 The institution shall establish and improve the file system for used car appraisal and evaluation, and reasonably determine the appropriate file content, file access scope and retention period based on the evaluation object and relevant confidentiality requirements.

Appendix A (Informative) Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Worksheet (Demonstration Version)

Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Worksheet

（Note: Codes for vehicle body frame parts - 2: Left Pillar A; 6: Right Pillar B; 10: Left Front Shock Absorber Suspension Part; 3: Left Pillar B; 7: Right Pillar C; 11: Right Front Shock Absorber Suspension Part; 4: Left Pillar C; 8: Left Front Longitudinal Beam; 12: Left Rear Shock Absorber Suspension Part; 5: Right Pillar A; 9: Right Front Longitudinal Beam; 13: Right Rear Shock Absorber Suspension Part.）

Serial No.: _____________

Appraisal and Evaluation Date: ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day

Basic Vehicle Information - - - - - - -
Brand and Model Odometer Reading (Indicated) km
License Plate Number Odometer Reading (Estimated) km
VIN Code Body Color
Engine Number Owner's Name/Title
Legal Person Code/ID Card Number First Registration Date ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day Nature of Use
Annual Inspection Certificate □ Available (valid until ____ Year ____ Month) □ Unavailable Vehicle and Vessel Tax Certificate □ Available (valid until ____ Year ____ Month) □ Unavailable
Compulsory Traffic Insurance □ Available (valid until ____ Year ____ Month) □ Unavailable Vehicle Purchase Tax Certificate □ Available □ Unavailable
Other Legal Certificates/Documents □ License Plate □ Driving License □ Registration Certificate □ Insurance Policy □ Others
Whether it is an Accident-Damaged Vehicle □ No □ Yes Damaged Location and Condition
Main Technical Defects of the Vehicle (Description)
Total Score
Technical Grade
Valuation Method
Reference Value
Appraiser (Signature and Seal)
Appraiser's Certificate Number
Reviewer (Signature and Seal)
Conclusion of Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation
Name of Appraisal and Evaluation Institution (Seal)

Vehicle Body Frame Inspection Items - - - Driver's Cabin Inspection (Points Deducted: ____) - - - - - - - -
1 Left-Right Symmetry of Vehicle Body Whether the storage box is free of cracks and accessories are complete
2 Left Pillar A 8 Left Front Longitudinal Beam Whether the sunroof moves flexibly and closes normally
3 Left Pillar B 9 Right Front Longitudinal Beam Whether the door and window seals are in good condition and non-aging
4 Left Pillar C 10 Left Front Shock Absorber Suspension Part Whether the seat belt structure is complete and functional
5 Right Pillar A 11 Right Front Shock Absorber Suspension Part Whether the parking brake system is flexible and effective
6 Right Pillar B 12 Left Rear Shock Absorber Suspension Part Whether the window regulators and doors work normally
7 Right Pillar C 13 Right Rear Shock Absorber Suspension Part Whether the left and right rearview mirror folding devices work normally
Representative Letter BX NQ GH SH ZZ Others
Description Deformation Distortion Replacement Welding Bulging Total Points Deducted
Defect Description Start-Up Inspection (Points Deducted: ____)
Accident Judgment □ Accident-Damaged Vehicle □ Normal Vehicle Whether the vehicle starts smoothly (start-up time < 5s or one-time start)
Whether the indicator lights on the instrument panel display normally and have no fault alarms
Code: 1+ Vehicle Body Inspection - Surface of Engine Hood (Code 14) Points Deducted: ____ Defect Description: ____ Whether all lights and their adjustment functions work normally
15 Left Front Fender Scratch (HH) Deformation (BX) Whether the parking assistance system works normally
16 Left Rear Fender Rust (XS) Whether the anti-lock braking system (ABS) works normally
17 Right Front Fender Crack (LW) Whether the air conditioning system works normally (air volume, direction adjustment, zone control, automatic control, refrigeration)
18 Right Rear Fender Dent (AX) Repair Trace (XF)
19 Left Front Door Whether the engine idles stably in both cold and hot states
20 Right Front Door Defect Degree: 1 - Area ≤ 100mm×100mm; 2 - 100mm×100mm < Area ≤ 200mm×300mm; 3 - Area > 200mm×300mm; 4 - Tire Tread Depth < 1.6mm Whether the engine has no abnormal noise during idling, and the engine sound transitions smoothly without abnormal noise when the engine speed is gradually increased in neutral
21 Left Rear Door
22 Right Rear Door Whether the vehicle exhaust has no abnormalities
23 Trunk Lid Whether the parking brake system structure is complete
24 Inside of Trunk Others Total Points Deducted
25 Roof 26 Front Bumper Road Test Inspection (Points Deducted: ____)
27 Rear Bumper Whether the engine runs and accelerates normally
28 Left Front Tire Defect Description: ____ Whether the brake pedal does not move downward when pressed and held for 5s-10s before vehicle start-up
29 Left Rear Tire
30 Right Front Tire Whether the brake pedal moves downward when the engine is started with the brake pedal pressed
31 Right Rear Tire Whether the maximum braking efficiency of the service braking system is achieved within 4/5 of the full stroke of the pedal
32 Front Headlights Whether the vehicle travels without deviation
33 Rear Tail Lights Whether the braking system works normally and effectively without deviation during braking
34 Front Windshield Whether the transmission works normally without abnormal noise
35 Rear Windshield Whether there is no abnormal noise in the vehicle chassis during driving
36 Four-door Window Glass Whether there is no abnormal noise in the vehicle steering system during driving
37 Left Rearview Mirror Others Total Points Deducted
38 Right Rearview Mirror Chassis Inspection (Points Deducted: ____)
39 Tires Whether the engine oil pan has no leakage
Other Items Whether the transmission case has no leakage
Total Points Deducted (Vehicle Body) Whether the steering knuckle arm ball pin has no looseness
Engine Compartment Inspection (Points Deducted: ____) Whether the triangular arm ball pin has no looseness
Whether there is coolant mixed in engine oil: □ None □ Minor □ Severe Whether the propeller shaft universal joint has no looseness
Whether there is engine oil leakage outside the cylinder head: □ None □ Minor □ Severe Whether the shock absorber has no leakage
Whether there are dents or repair traces on the inner edge of the front fender, water tank frame and cross beam: □ None □ Minor □ Severe Whether the shock absorber spring has no damage
Whether there is damage to the radiator grille: □ None □ Minor □ Severe Others Total Points Deducted
Whether there is corrosion on the battery terminals: □ None □ Minor □ Severe List of Vehicle Functional Components
Whether there is leakage or shortage of battery electrolyte: □ None □ Minor □ Severe Engine Hood Lock; Instrument Panel Air Ducts
Whether there is aging of the engine belt: □ None □ Minor □ Severe Engine Hood Hydraulic Strut; Central Control System
Whether there is aging or cracks of oil pipes and water pipes: □ None □ Minor □ Severe Rear Door/Trunk Hydraulic Strut; Spare Tire
Whether there is aging or damage of the wire harness: □ None □ Minor □ Severe Door Locks; Jack
Others Describe defects only, no points deducted Front and Rear Windshield Wipers; Tire Wrench and Onboard Tools
Total Points Deducted (Engine Compartment) Rear Windshield Wipers; Warning Triangle
Driver's Cabin Inspection (Points Deducted: ____) Pillar Sealing Strips; Fire Extinguisher
Whether there are no water damage traces inside the vehicle: □ Yes □ No Exhaust Pipe and Muffler; Full Set of Keys
Whether the interior rearview mirror and seats are complete, undamaged and functional: □ Yes □ No Wheel Rims; Remote Control and Its Functions
Whether the interior is clean and free of peculiar smell: □ Yes □ No Interior Rearview Mirror; Horn (High and Low Tones)
Whether the free travel angle of the steering wheel is less than 20°: □ Yes □ No Seat Adjustment and Heating; Glass Heating Function
Whether the roof and surrounding interior trim are undamaged, non-loose, and free of cracks and stains: □ Yes □ No
Whether the instrument panel is free of scratches and accessories are complete: □ Yes □ No
Whether the gear shift handle and its cover are intact and undamaged: □ Yes □ No

Appendix B (Informative) Used Car Technical Condition Form (Demonstration Version)

Basic Vehicle Information - - - - - -
Brand and Model License Plate Number
Engine Number VIN Code
Registration Date ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day Indicated Mileage ____ 10,000 km
Brand Origin □ Domestic □ Imported Body Color
Annual Inspection Certificate □ Available (valid until ____ Year ____ Month) □ Unavailable Vehicle Purchase Tax Certificate □ Available □ Unavailable
Vehicle and Vessel Tax Certificate □ Available (valid until ____ Year ____ Month) □ Unavailable Compulsory Traffic Insurance □ Available (valid until ____ Year ____ Month) □ Unavailable
Nature of Use □ Operating Vehicle □ Taxi □ Official Vehicle □ Family Vehicle □ Others
Other Legal Certificates/Documents □ Motor Vehicle License Plate □ Motor Vehicle Driving License □ Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate □ Compulsory Third-Party Liability Insurance Policy □ Others
Owner's Name/Title Legal Person Certificate Code/ID Card Number
Key Configurations Fuel Grade Displacement ____ L Number of Cylinders ____
Engine Power ____ kW Emission Standard Transmission Type
Airbags □ Yes □ No Drive Mode ABS □ Yes □ No
Other Key Configurations
Whether it is an Accident-Damaged Vehicle □ Yes □ No Damaged Location and Condition
Appraisal Result Score: ____ Technical Condition Grade
Technical Condition Appraisal Defect Description Appraisal Item Appraisal Result (Score) Defect Description
Vehicle Body Inspection
Engine Compartment Inspection
Driver's Cabin Inspection
Start-Up Inspection
Road Test Inspection
Chassis Inspection

Declaration

The appraisal result reflected in this Used Car Technical Condition Form is only the expression and description of the technical condition of the appraised vehicle on the appraisal date. If the market value of the appraised vehicle changes on the same day or the vehicle value changes due to traffic accidents or other reasons, which has a significant impact on the vehicle appraisal result, this Used Car Technical Condition Form shall not be used as a reference.

Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Appraiser: ________________

Appraisal Institution: (Seal) ________________

Appraisal Date: ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day

Note: This Used Car Technical Condition Form shall be used by used car distribution enterprises, auction enterprises and brokerage enterprises as an attachment to the used car transaction contract. During the vehicle sale period, it shall be placed at the lower left of the front windshield of the driver's cabin for consumers' reference.

Appendix C (Informative) Letter of Authorization for Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation (Demonstration Version)

Authorization No.: ________________

Client's Name/Title: ________________

Appraisal and Evaluation Institution's Name: ________________

Legal Person Code/ID Card Number (Client): ________________

Legal Person Code (Institution): ________________

Client's Address: ________________

Appraisal and Evaluation Institution's Address: ________________

Contact Person (Client): ________________

Contact Person (Institution): ________________

Tel (Client): ________________

Tel (Institution): ________________

For the needs of □ Transaction □ Pawn □ Auction □ Replacement □ Mortgage □ Guarantee □ Consultation □ Judicial Decision □ Others (to be specified), the client and the trustee have established an entrustment relationship. The trustee is entrusted to appraise the technical condition of the vehicle with license plate number ________________, vehicle type ________________, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)/frame number ________________, and issue an appraisal report, which shall be completed before ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day.

Basic Information of the Entrusted Appraisal Vehicle

Vehicle Condition Brand and Model Nature of Use □ Operating □ Non-Operating
Gross Mass/Seats/Displacement Fuel Type
Registration Date ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day Body Color
Service Life Used ____ Years ____ Months Accumulated Mileage ____ 10,000 km
Overhaul Times Engine: ____ times Vehicle: ____ times
Maintenance Status
Accident Status
Value Information Purchase Date ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day Original Price ____ Yuan
Remarks

Client: (Signature/Seal) ________________

Date: ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day

Trustee: (Signature/Seal) ________________

Date: ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day

  1. The client shall ensure that the information provided is objective and true, and bear legal responsibility accordingly.
  2. The trustee shall only conduct appraisal and evaluation of the vehicle.
  3. Appraisal basis: Technical Specifications for Safety of Power-Driven Vehicles Operating on Roads (GB 7258), Technical Specifications for Appraisal and Evaluation of Used Cars (GB/T 30323), etc.
  4. The appraisal conclusion is only valid for this entrustment and shall not be used for other purposes.
  5. The appraisal and evaluation personnel have no interest relationship with the relevant parties.
  6. If the client has objections to the appraisal conclusion, it may raise the objection to the trustee within 10 days from the date of receiving the Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Report, and the trustee shall provide an explanation.

Appendix D (Informative) Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Report (Demonstration Version)

XXXX Appraisal and Evaluation Institution

Appraisal Report No. (20XX) No. XX

I. Preface

(The appraisal and evaluation institution) has accepted the entrustment of ________________. In accordance with the relevant national appraisal regulations, Measures for the Administration of Used Car Circulation and Technical Specifications for Appraisal and Evaluation of Used Cars (GB/T 30323), and adhering to the principles of objectivity, independence, impartiality and scientificity, the institution has appraised the vehicle with license plate number ________________ in accordance with generally accepted appraisal methods. The appraisal and evaluation personnel of this institution have conducted on-site inspection and market research on the vehicle entrusted for appraisal and evaluation in accordance with the necessary procedures, and made a fair reflection of its market value as shown on ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day.

II. Client Information

Client: ________________

Client's Contact Person: ________________

Contact Tel: ________________

Owner's Name/Title: ________________ (fill in the name shown in the Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate)

III. Base Date of Appraisal and Evaluation

____ Year ____ Month ____ Day

IV. Information of the Appraised Vehicle

Brand and Model: ________________

License Plate Number: ________________

Engine Number: ________________

Vehicle Identification Number/Frame Number: ________________

Body Color: ________________

Indicated Mileage: ________________ km

Registration Date: ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day

Validity Period of Annual Inspection Qualification: Until ____ Year ____ Month

Expiration Date of Compulsory Traffic Insurance: ____ Year ____ Month

Expiration Date of Vehicle and Vessel Tax: ____ Year ____ Month

Whether the Vehicle is Seized/Mortgaged: □ Yes □ No

Vehicle Purchase Tax Certificate: □ Available □ Unavailable

Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate: □ Available □ Unavailable

Motor Vehicle Driving License: □ Available □ Unavailable

Unprocessed Traffic Violation Records: □ Yes □ No

Nature of Use: □ Official Vehicle □ Family Vehicle □ Operating Vehicle □ Taxi □ Others: ________________

V. Technical Appraisal Result

Description of Technical Condition Defects: ________________

Information on Key Configurations and Parameters: ________________

Technical Condition Appraisal Grade: ________________

Grade Description: ________________

VI. Value Appraisal

Value Estimation Method: □ Current Market Price Method □ Replacement Cost Method □ Others: ________________

Calculation Process: ________________

Value Estimation Result: The appraised value of the vehicle is RMB ________________ Yuan (in words: ________________).

VII. Explanation of Special Matters

VIII. Legal Effect of the Appraisal and Evaluation Report

This appraisal and evaluation result may be used as a reference basis for pricing. The validity period of this appraisal and evaluation conclusion is 90 days, from the base date of appraisal and evaluation to ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day.

IX. Declaration

  1. This appraisal and evaluation institution shall bear legal responsibility for this appraisal and evaluation report.
  2. The vehicle appraisal value provided in this report is the value on the base date of appraisal and evaluation.
  3. The right to use this appraisal and evaluation report belongs to the client; the appraisal and evaluation conclusion is only for the client to use for the purpose of this appraisal and evaluation project and to submit to the competent authority of used car appraisal and evaluation for review, and shall not be used for other purposes. Otherwise, this appraisal and evaluation institution shall not bear corresponding legal responsibility; any consequences arising from improper use of this report shall have no relation to the appraisal and evaluation personnel who signed this report.
  4. This appraisal and evaluation institution undertakes that it will not provide or disclose the content of this report to others without the client's permission; otherwise, this appraisal and evaluation institution shall bear corresponding legal responsibility.

Appendices

  1. Letter of Authorization for Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation
  2. Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Worksheet
  3. Copies of the Vehicle Driving License and Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate
  4. Photos of the Appraised Used Car (requiring clear appearance and recognizable license plate)

Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Appraiser (Signature/Seal): ________________

Date: ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day

Reviewer¹ (Signature/Seal): ________________

Date: ____ Year ____ Month ____ Day

(Seal of the Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation Institution)

____ Year ____ Month ____ Day

¹ Note: Special matters refer to matters that have been identified during the appraisal process (on the premise that the appraisal and evaluation result has been determined) and may affect the appraisal and evaluation conclusion but cannot be appraised by the appraisal and evaluation personnel due to limitations of their professional skills and capabilities, as well as other issues.

² Reviewer refers to a person with the qualification of an advanced used car appraisal and evaluation appraiser.

Remarks: 1. This report and the worksheet are made in triplicate: two copies for the client and one copy for the trustee.

2. The base date of appraisal and evaluation is the date of signing the Letter of Authorization for Used Car Appraisal and Evaluation.

Print Date: April 9, 2014

HF009A

National Standard of the People's Republic of China

Technical Specifications for Appraisal and Evaluation of Used Cars

GB/T 30323-2013

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