"When did eBay start generating feedback?"

 

Ages ago  - It's ridiculous.

 

I've seen it on the feedback pages of  ipad scammers, counterfeit items scammers,  new dropshipping sellers and otherwise downright BAD  new sellers.

 

"Automated feedback is positive feedback which is automatically added to successfully completed transactions in the following circumstances:
  • You don't leave feedback within 7 days of the estimated delivery date 
  • You don't report an issue with their transaction
  • The seller has received 10 feedback or less.

We add automated feedback to provide more information to other eBay users and help them buy and sell with confidence."