Rear
- Rear bumper damage from parking lot incident
- Estimated damage: $1,850
- Airbag deployed: No
- Repaired Feb 28, 2023
- Source: Insurance Claim
Sample vehicle history report
2021 HONDA Accord
Sedan · 1.5L · Front Wheel Drive
VIN1HGCV1F34MA012345
No major issues stood out
This vehicle has a clean title with no major issues reported. Minor cosmetic damage was reported, which has been repaired. We recommend an inspection by a qualified mechanic.
No title brands
1 recall published for this model year
No theft record
Mileage consistent
Market value
$25,900
Mileage
42,156
Title records
3
Title status
Clean
Reported events
Damage, theft, lien, tow, and inspection records as they come back from the data sources.
California DMV
- Vehicle sold at private sale
- Title transferred
Honda of Fremont 43900 Fremont Blvd Fremont, CA 94538 www.hondaoffremont.com
- Purchased new from authorized Honda dealer
- Original MSRP: $31,090
- Exterior color: Lunar Silver Metallic
- Interior color: Black Leather
- Options: Honda Sensing Suite, Navigation, Moonroof
Title history
Title issued
Aug 15, 2024 · California · 42,156 mi
Source: NMVTIS
Current
Title issued
Mar 22, 2023 · California · 28,432 mi
Source: NMVTIS
Historical
Original Title issued
Jan 18, 2021 · California · 12 mi
Source: NMVTIS
Historical
Ownership
Title records
3
Last registered
California
Title status
Clean
Vehicle type
PASSENGER CAR
Mileage history
Latest reading
42,156
miles · recorded Aug 15, 2024 · NMVTIS
Jan 18, 2021 · NMVTIS
12
Jun 3, 2021 · Service Record
8,234
Jan 25, 2022 · Service Record
15,420
Aug 10, 2022 · Service Record
22,876
Mar 22, 2023 · NMVTIS
28,432
Jul 15, 2023
32,145
Jan 8, 2024 · Service Record
36,891
Jun 12, 2024 · Service Record
41,203
Aug 15, 2024 · NMVTIS
42,156
Progression over time
Between the first and latest readings, the odometer changed by about 11,795 miles a year.
Last reading is 42,156 miles on 8/15/2024 (2 years ago). Current mileage is not in this report.
Maintenance
Service history
Honda of Fremont, CA
- Oil change, tire rotation, brake inspection
- 41,203 mi
Honda of Fremont, CA
- 30,000 mile service - transmission fluid, air filter, cabin filter replaced
- 36,891 mi
Caliber Collision, San Jose, CA
- Rear bumper replacement, paint matching - Accident repair completed
- 26,124 mi
Honda of Fremont, CA
- Oil change, multi-point inspection
- 22,876 mi
Honda of Fremont, CA
- 15,000 mile service - oil change, tire rotation
- 15,420 mi
Honda of Fremont, CA
- Complimentary first service - oil change, inspection
- 8,234 mi
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Get a reportFor-sale records
CarMax San Jose 2350 Fontaine Rd San Jose, CA 95121 www.carmax.com
Asking price
$27,998.00
Mileage then
32,145
Exterior
Lunar Silver Metallic
Interior
Black
Transmission
CVT
Market value
A listing on Jul 15, 2023 asked $27,998, about $2,098 (8%) above this average retail.
Average retail
$25,900
Below-average condition
$24,100
Above-average condition
$27,800
This report does not include a condition grade for this VIN. The ends of the range are book conditions, not a confidence interval.
Next month $25,600, $300 less than this average.
This book assumes 38,500 miles. This report does not have a current odometer, so the book was not adjusted to this VIN.
The vehicles in this book averaged condition grade 4.1. This report does not include a grade for this VIN.
Based on 42 similar vehicles.
Prices are adjusted for the West.
Auction
$21,450
Typical wholesale price.
Earlier retail averages
1 year ago
$28,500
6 months ago
$26,800
2 months ago
$26,200
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Get a reportSpecifications
Engine
1.5 In-Line
Horsepower
192
Fuel type
Gasoline
Top speed
116
Weight
3239
Wheelbase
111.40
Doors
4
Drive type
Front Wheel Drive
Transmission
Continuously Variable (CVT)
Axles
2
Seats
5
Seat rows
2
Base price
$26,120
Origin
MARYSVILLE, UNITED STATES
Fuel economy
33
MPG combined
30City
38Highway
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
Annual fuel cost
$1,700
CO₂ emissions
269 g/mile
Fuel economy score
8/10
5-year fuel cost vs average
$1,750
EPA estimates. Real-world figures vary with driving conditions and maintenance.
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Warranty
Basic Warranty
3 years / 36,000 miles · Past the year limit
Powertrain Warranty
5 years / 60,000 miles · Past the mileage limit
Corrosion Warranty
5 years / Unlimited · Near the year limit
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles · Past the year limit
NHTSA safety ratings
Overall
5/5
Front crash
5/5
Front crash — driver
5/5
Front crash — passenger
5/5
Side crash
5/5
Side crash — driver
5/5
Side crash — passenger
5/5
Side pole
5/5
Rollover
5/5
Advanced safety features
Forward collision warning
Yes
Lane departure warning
Yes
Safety equipment
From the VIN decode. Optional means it was offered, not that this vehicle has it.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Standard
Crash Imminent Braking (CIB)
Standard
Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
Standard
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Standard
Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking (PAEB)
Standard
Rear Visibility System (RVS)
Standard
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Front Air Bag Locations
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Air Bag Locations
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Curtain Air Bag Locations
All Rows
Recalls for this model year
Issued for the 2021 HONDA Accord. This list is not confirmed for this VIN. Ask the seller or a dealer which ones were completed.
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Get a reportWhat owners say
Web research
About the 2021 Honda Accord EX-L 1.5T in general. This is not a review of this VIN.
Owners tend to recommend it
Owners recommend it as a comfortable commuter, and they tell you to stay on top of the oil.
Long-term reviews praise the ride, the safety equipment, and the fuel economy. The 1.5-liter turbo is the complaint that comes up most: some owners on short trips notice a fuel smell in the oil. The CVT is smooth to most people and dull to others.
Check before you buy
- Check the oil on the dipstick for a fuel smell, and ask when it was last changed.
- Ask for CVT fluid service records. This mileage is where owners start talking about it.
- During the drive, feel for a shudder pulling away from a stop.
- Confirm Honda Sensing features — braking, lane keeping, and adaptive cruise — all engage.
What people like
- Quiet highway ride and supportive front seats
- Honda Sensing comes standard and owners use it daily
- Real-world fuel economy often beats a typical midsize sedan
- Resale stays stronger than most rivals in this class
What people report
This vehicle shows 42,156 miles. “By now” marks the complaints owners usually mention around that point.
- CVT feelBy now
A few owners want a firmer automatic. Others say the CVT is fine if the fluid has been serviced.
- Fuel in the oil
On short trips in cool weather, some 1.5-turbo owners report a fuel smell in the oil and want shorter oil-change intervals.
Reliability
Reliability writeups treat the Accord as a safe used buy, with the 1.5 turbo oil condition as the item to watch.
Ownership cost
Routine service is ordinary for the class. The expensive surprise owners mention is neglecting oil changes on the turbo engine.
A good fit for
Commuters who want a quiet, efficient sedan and will keep up with oil changes.
What this means
AI analysis
This 2021 Honda Accord EX-L is a well-kept midsize sedan with a clean title and consistent California ownership. It was built at Honda's Marysville, Ohio plant and has regular service records at authorized dealers. Overall condition looks very good. One minor parking-lot collision was reported: rear bumper damage, no airbag deployment, and a professional repair about two weeks later. There is no salvage, flood, or structural-damage record. Ownership: two owners since new. The first owner bought it new from Honda of Fremont (Jan 2021–Mar 2023). The current owner purchased it through CarMax and kept California registration. At 42,156 miles, usage is lighter than average (about 10,500 miles/year). Current retail range is roughly $24,100–$27,800. Strengths include the clean title, below-average mileage, dealer service history, Honda Sensing, and 5-star NHTSA ratings. Check that the fuel-pump recall is closed, get a pre-purchase inspection, and confirm remaining powertrain coverage before you buy.
This analysis is generated from the records in this report and is informational only. It is not a substitute for a physical inspection by a qualified mechanic.
Sources
NMVTIS
NHTSA
EPA
Manheim
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