Correct use of appraiser status and certificate record

Use of MOTOEXPERT Name and Certificate

The MOTOEXPERT name, appraiser status, certificate number, membership number and association designation may be used only in accordance with the current association record and certified appraisal scope.

Permitted use

Use of the MOTOEXPERT name must be accurate, current and not misleading.

Current status

Only while active

The MOTOEXPERT name and certificate may be used only while the appraiser status is active and valid.

Correct scope

Only certified areas

The appraiser may indicate only the appraisal scopes that are recorded by MOTOEXPERT.

Certificate number

Correct certificate data

Certificate numbers must be used exactly as recorded in the MOTOEXPERT system.

No expired status

No use after expiry

Expired, suspended or withdrawn certificates must not be presented as active.

No misleading impression

No false authority

The appraiser must not create a misleading impression of status, scope or association function.

Verification

Public check

Where applicable, the public verification system confirms current certificate status and validity date.

Misuse of MOTOEXPERT identity

MOTOEXPERT may review cases involving misuse of the MOTOEXPERT name, appraiser status, logo, certificate number, membership status or public verification record. Misuse may lead to internal review, correction request, suspension, withdrawal of status or complaint procedure according to association rules.