Returning Mileage on Cars is an Unsolvable Problem for the EU, but One Country Has Found an Effective Solution
Almost every second used car that arrives from abroad has a false mileage, and the European Union has been unable to find a way to stop this practice for years. Scams have become so frequent that buyers can practically not be sure of the condition of the vehicles they are buying. While Brussels only proposes solutions, Uzbekistan introduced a law at the beginning of 2026 that could serve as an example for the whole world.
TL;DR
- Approximately 50% of imported used cars have falsified mileage.
- The EU has not established a concrete system to verify mileage data.
- Proving mileage fraud in court is difficult and often results in low compensation for buyers.
- Uzbekistan has enacted a law imposing a fine of approximately 600 euros for not disclosing altered mileage.
- This fine is significant in Uzbekistan, equivalent to almost two average monthly salaries.
- Uzbekistan's punitive policy has significantly increased buyer security.