RetroPCCupboard wrote on 2025-01-21, 08:06:

On the subject of feedback, if a seller sells a non-functional item as "used" rather than "for parts or not working" but the description simply says "untested". What would you say if they refused to refund you, because they say that the description didn't say its works? The definition of "used" on ebay, means that it should be fully functional right? The fact they didn't test it before shipping is irrelevant?

I would avoid buying from this seller but yes, according to ebay if it's used it means it works. Other than that always treat untested stuff as non working.
If you open a claim ebay will probably refund.

Seller is at fault for negligence and conflicting information as to the condition. The eBay condition category takes precedence over supplementary text burred in the description.

RetroPCCupboard wrote on 2025-01-21, 08:06:

On the subject of feedback, if a seller sells a non-functional item as "used" rather than "for parts or not working" but the description simply says "untested". What would you say if they refused to refund you, because they say that the description didn't say its works? The definition of "used" on ebay, means that it should be fully functional right? The fact they didn't test it before shipping is irrelevant?

About other places I dont know, but in the UK if I buy an item thinking it is working because the description leads me to believe that it is and it arrives and it doesnt work as intended then you can get a refund for return.

UK buyers have a statutory rights that cant be removed by ebay rules.