How to read Auction Grades and Inspection Reports

 Used car Auction grade is the overall assessment of a car given by the Japanese car auction house’s inspectors. There are currently over 120 auction house locations that test and provide auction grades based on the general condition of the car or vehicle.

 Though different houses have various methods of determining each grade; the systems are likely similar and give the almost same result. The grades are usually shown as numbers or letters for the overall grade based on the visible and mechanical condition. 

Some auctions use Letters –A, B, C, D, or E to describe the exterior and/or interior condition of the car, in addition to the overall grade, where A>B>C>D>E. Overall Grade

 Grade 6 or higher or “S”: Considered as brand new, less than 12 months old, and/or with under 10,000km.

 Grade 5: As good as new, with exceptionally low mileage Grade 4.5: Very slightly used, mileage of up to 100,000km.

 Grade 4: Used with the slightest visible flaws. Grade 3.5: Good condition with visible flaws. 

Grade 3: Average condition with light damages. Grade 2 or 1: Poor condition with significant damages, but the car is functional. Grade R or RA: R stands for vehicles with a repair history or major modification. 

RA is for minor accident cars that have been fully repaired. You can find the auction grade in the places, shown in the below pictures. Interior or Exterior grade The used car auction

 grade for the interior/exterior is as follows:

 Interior Grading: A – New vehicle’s condition.

 B – The car is in good condition, and the interior looks nice and tidy. 

C – Small food stains or cigarette holes could be found inside the car. 

D – Inner vehicle consists of cigarette marks, stains, tears, or smells.

E – Interior of the car is in bad condition. Grade E means all mentioned above and even worse. 

Exterior Grading: A – A pristine exterior condition.

 B – Some small scratches up to 15cm could be found.

 C – Scratches up to 30 cm or dents could be seen.

 D – Visible scratches, rust, or corrosion are detected.

 E – The car is in bad shape. Rust, corrosion, and exterior breakdowns are plenty.

 For advanced-level buyers If an auction sheet is available, you can know more about the car's condition, using the below terms and the car inspection marking (image below), indicated by the inspectors.

 A1 Small Scratch 

A2 Scratch

 A3 Big Scratch

 B Dent with Scratch

 E1 Few Dimples

 E2 Several Dimples 

E3 Many Dimples 

U1 Small dent

 U2 Dent 

U3 Big dent

 W1 Hardly detectable repair mark/wave 

W2 Repair mark/wave 

W3 Visible repair mark/wave

 S1 Rust

 S2 Heavy Rust

 X Must be replaced

 XX Replaced

 B1 Distorted radiator back panel or core support

 B2 Highly distorted radiator back panel or core support 

Y1 Small crack or hole 

Y2 Crack or hole 

Y3 Big crack or hole

 X1 Small windshield crack

 R Repaired windshield crack

 RX Repaired windshield crack (must be replaced) 

X Windshield crack (must be replaced) 

G Stone chip in the glass 

C1 Corrosion 

C2 Heavy corrosion 

P Marked paint 

H Faded paint This is necessary information for you to understand about your car before purchasing it. We hope this information serves you well in finding a good car from Japan.

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