What information does a vehicle history report provide?

• A. The current market value and fuel efficiency.
• B. The dealer's internal notes about the vehicle.
• C. Past ownership, title status, odometer readings, and any reported accidents or damage.
• D. The manufacturer's recommended service schedule.

Answer: (C)

A vehicle history report tells you what happened to the car before you buy it. It pulls information from DMV records, insurers, and other sources to show past ownership, the title status (such as clean, salvaged, or rebuilt), odometer readings, and any accidents or damage that have been reported. This helps you spot red flags like a possible odometer rollback or damage that could affect reliability or value. It won’t tell you the current market value or fuel efficiency, which come from price guides and EPA ratings; it won’t include a dealer’s private notes; and it doesn’t provide the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule, which is found in the owner’s manual.