How to Read a Japanese Auction Sheet: Grades, Condition Maps & Marks Explained

<h3>Understanding Japanese Automobile Auction Inspection Sheets</h3><p>When purchasing a reconditioned vehicle from Japan, the auction sheet is your single most important document. Japanese auction houses (such as USS, TAA, CAA, HAA, and ARAI) employ neutral, certified third-party inspectors who rigorously examine every vehicle before it goes on the auction block.</p><h4>Auction Overall Grades</h4><ul><li><strong>Grade S / 6:</strong> As good as brand new. Less than 12 months old and minimal mileage (under 5,000 km).</li><li><strong>Grade 5.0:</strong> Exceptional condition. Extremely low mileage (under 25,000 km) with virtually unnoticeable wear.</li><li><strong>Grade 4.5:</strong> Very clean, well-maintained vehicle with light wear consistent with age. This is MotoSolution's standard benchmark grade.</li><li><strong>Grade 4.0:</strong> Good condition with minor cosmetic blemishes, scratches, or small dents. Highly recommended for budget-conscious buyers.</li><li><strong>Grade 3.5:</strong> High mileage or noticeable cosmetic wear requiring paint touch-ups.</li><li><strong>Grade R / RA:</strong> Accident history repaired or replacement parts installed. MotoSolution maintains strict quality control and does not source compromised vehicles.</li></ul><h4>Inspection Body Diagram Notation</h4><p>The car schematic map on the auction sheet indicates specific panel conditions:</p><ul><li><strong>A (Scratch):</strong> A1 = Light scratch (buffable), A2 = Medium scratch, A3 = Deep scratch requiring repaint.</li><li><strong>U (Dent):</strong> U1 = Pinpoint dimple, U2 = Noticeable dent, U3 = Large dent requiring panel beating.</li><li><strong>W (Repair / Wave):</strong> W1 = Invisible professional repaint, W2 = Noticeable repair, W3 = Poor repaint.</li><li><strong>XX:</strong> Panel was replaced.</li></ul><p>At MotoSolution Bangladesh, our team in Tokyo physically re-inspects auction lots and translates the handwritten inspector comments into English and Bengali before placing your authorized bid.</p>