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Why does mileage need correcting?
Most modern vehicles have electronic dashboards with a digital mileage
display. Manufacturers have found them to be cheaper and more reliable
than the old mechanical units. However, as with many complex electrical
systems, things can still go wrong. Electrical surges can corrupt
the onboard data chip resulting in an incorrect odometer mileage display.
This may be caused by a dashboard electrical fault or a power spike
due to jump starting a discharged battery. A new or second hand instrument
cluster will also display incorrect data, as will an imported vehicle
displaying kilometers instead of miles.
How this affects you
If left unadjusted, incorrect mileage will be recorded on the vehicle's
m.o.t. and service record, and a car with inaccurate mileage will
almost certainly obtain a lower resale price. Incorrect mileage may
also invalidate a car's warranty, while hire and lease vehicles often
incur charges for excessive miles.
What can we do for you?
Our trained technicians use the most advanced dedicated mileage correction
equipment with the latest software to ensure that your vehicle is
in safe hands. Many vehicles can be easily programmed through the
car's diagnostic port, others require the dashboard to be removed
and programmed directly, and some have mileage details stored in other
separate units. On completion of work all previous mileage data, in
all locations along with any historic fault codes pertaining to the
correction are erased.
What area do we cover?
Our mobile service covers London and the South East and from Dorset
up to Bristol. However, due to the complexity and anti static requirements
of some programming (inc. 912/9s12, BMW CAS units, Mercedes key modules,
new Freelander and Mini) much of our work is carried out at our workshop
in Basingstoke, Hampshire.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from around £70 and vary according to the complexity
of the work involved. Select your make and model inthe mileage correction
panel on the left of t his page to find a price for your car. The
price list applies to the mobile service, and although additional
charges may apply for callouts to outer areas, discounts are available
for workshop, trade and multiple vehicle bookings.
Is it illegal?
No! It is perfectly lawful to correct the mileage of a vehicle for
any of the above reasons. However, it is a serious offence to knowingly
sell a vehicle without informing a prospective buyer that you have
had the mileage corrected or that you believe the mileage to be incorrect.
Digital Auto Solutions take no responsibility for any illegal use
of their service.
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