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What does Exceeds Mechanical Limits (odometer) mean?

Exceeds mechanical limits

The mileage is higher than the odometer can display.

What it means

Exceeds Mechanical Limits means the odometer has rolled over: for example, an old five-digit odometer that went past 99,999 miles started again from zero. The reading is therefore much lower than the true mileage.

What it means for a buyer

Assume very high mileage, usually on an older car. Price it for parts or as a work vehicle. Earlier sales of the same VIN may show a higher reading. Engine and transmission wear should be expected, and the car will be hard to resell with this brand.

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