Excessive mud underneath

Tiny
WILLMEAD
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  • 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
  • 1.8L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 128,000 MILES
Hello, I am not sure if this is an issue or not but upon inspection of a used vehicle, it was found that there was what I considered an unusual amount of dried mud on the underside. Is this a need to be concerned or is it something that just needs cleaning up?
Thursday, October 14th, 2021 AT 6:28 AM

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Tiny
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Hello,

Generally speaking, having mud/dirt on the under carriage is not a big deal.
Unless of course the mud is due to the vehicle being in a flood/partially submerged.
Other possibility is that it has been driven off road. Keep in mind that when a vehicle which is not designed to go off road, goes off road, there are more chances of having damaged components.

Also, if it has been in water you want to make sure there is no damaged components, especially electrical.

My suggestion would be having the vehicle thoroughly inspected if you are thinking about purchasing.

Let me know of any questions or concerns.
Thank you.
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Thursday, October 14th, 2021 AT 7:57 AM
Tiny
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Thank you very much that information is greatly appreciated!
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Thursday, October 14th, 2021 AT 10:47 AM
Tiny
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You are welcome.
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Thursday, October 14th, 2021 AT 11:07 AM

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