A Final Word ... The only way to have absolute peace of mind is to invest in an independent vehicle inspection and a car data check. Either of these will allow you to easily identify a car that has been illegally returned to the road.
		There are a variety of companies who will perform this kind of service for a small fee and it could make the difference between buying a genuine used bargain and stepping into a dangerous 'cut and shut'.
	If you are suspicious about a car you have been to view, contact your local Trading Standards Office and give them the details of the dealer or private seller of the vehicle. They should inform you of your best course of action and may well advise you to go to the police.