Verify Japanese Car Auction Sheet by Model: Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda and More

• Front bumper and bonnet — most common damage zone on all Vitz models from city driving
• Door edge scratches — A1 marks on door edges are very common from tight parking
• Lower panel rust (S marks) — older KSP90 models from cold regions may show S marks on lower sills
• Rear bumper — check for repeated repair marks (W marks) suggesting multiple minor impacts
• Mileage — city use means many Vitz models have genuinely low mileage; a 10-year-old car with 40,000km is plausible and not automatically suspicious

• Mileage verification — Corollas are driven long distances. High mileage (150,000+km) is common and not necessarily a problem, but odometer fraud is also more common on this high-demand model.
• Rear bumper marks — very common on Axio/Fielder from tight parking manoeuvres
• Engine E marks — the 1NZ-FE can develop oil seepage at higher mileages. Check for E marks or oil-related notes in inspector comments.
• Interior grade — Corolla interiors show wear noticeably. B interior on a high-mileage car is standard; C interior suggests heavy use.
• Fielder boot/tailgate — estate models occasionally show tailgate damage from loading. Check rear section of damage diagram.

• Hybrid battery notation — same as Aqua. Translation essential for any inspector notes. ZVW30 battery replacement $600–$1,200 for refurbished.
• Front bumper lower section — the ZVW30's very low front airdammer scrapes easily. A and B marks here are extremely common.
• Boot seal and rear hatch — Prius boots can develop water ingress issues. Check for staining notation in interior grade.
• Rear quarter panels — the distinctive Prius rear pillar shape creates a blind spot in Japanese traffic leading to frequent light impacts.
• Taxi history — Prius is Japan's most common taxi. Very high mileage (300,000km+) with taxi history is common. Inspector may note taxi use in comments — translation required to see this.

• Rear quarter panel blind spot damage — the C-HR's thick C-pillar creates a significant blind spot. Rear quarter panel marks are very common.
• Rear bumper and lower trim — the distinctive black lower trim shows scratches easily. Check for B marks on rear lower section.
• Turbo engine health for NGX10 — the 1.2T requires regular oil changes. Check for any E marks in inspector notes on NGX10 models.
• Front bumper sensors — C-HR front parking sensors and cameras are noted on the sheet. Check they are listed as present and undamaged.

Land Cruisers command premium prices internationally and attract proportionally more fraud than smaller models. Extra diligence is essential.

• Frame and chassis marks — check for X or S marks near the chassis rail area on the damage diagram. Any structural marks require physical inspection.
• Mileage — 200,000–300,000km Land Cruisers are common and still reliable. The fraud risk is wound-back mileage. ★★ or ★★★ mileage doubt is very serious on a high-value vehicle.
• Underbody and differential — check for any E marks or underbody S marks. Off-road use may have damaged underbody components not visible externally.
• V8 vs V6 verification — URJ200 (V8) commands a significant premium over GRJ200 (V6). Verify the chassis code matches the claimed specification.
• Fake sheets — Land Cruiser auction sheets are among the most frequently faked due to high value. Always retrieve the sheet directly from the database, never accept seller-provided documentation.

• Front bumper and guards — Prado front bumpers show wear from urban use. A and B marks here are common.
• Rear step bumper area — the stepped rear bumper on 150 series is a common minor impact zone.
• Diesel injection system (GDJ150) — check E marks on diesel models. High-pressure common rail injection systems are expensive to repair.
• Underbody marks for off-road models — some Prados are used off-road in Japan. Check for S or X marks on underbody and differentials.
• Grade vs specification — TX, TXL, VX grades exist. Higher specifications have more electronics — verify trim level matches claimed specification.

• Interior grade is critical — commercial use Hiaces often have D interior. Seat damage, floor wear and door panel marks are common. Set expectations accordingly.
• Side panel sliding door track — the lower sliding door track and sill area on passenger vans shows heavy wear from repeated use.
• E marks more common — commercial diesel vehicles are inspected more critically. E2 marks are more common on high-mileage Hiaces than on private cars.
• Mileage — 300,000km+ Hiaces are fully functional commercial vehicles in Japan. The engine is built for this mileage. Verify the mileage is genuine, not wound back.
• Specification check — Hiace comes in multiple wheelbase, body and seating configurations. Verify the specification (seats, windows, roof height) matches what is described before importing.