Full Pre-Purchase Car Inspection in Dubai & All Emirates

We start by documenting the vehicle details so the report is tied to the exact car inspected and its basic data is verified.

• Inspection start and end date and time.
• Make, model and year.
• Odometer reading.
• Transmission type.
• Vehicle colour.
• VIN chassis number.
• Comparison of the visible and accessible VIN markings.
• Documentation of the main exterior photos.

We use a paint thickness gauge on every measurable panel and compare readings with visual signs to reveal respray, filler and previous repairs.

• Paint thickness measured on all measurable panels.
• Bonnet check.
• Roof check.
• Boot lid check.
• Doors check.
• Front and rear fenders check.
• Pillars and accessible edges check.
• Comparing readings between panels.
• Respray detection.
• Readings that indicate body filler.
• Signs of removed or replaced visible panels.
• Overspray on edges and rubber seals.
• Readings and key findings documented with photos.

A high paint reading does not automatically mean a heavy accident; readings are judged together with their distribution, visual signs and repair traces.

A detailed review of the car's exterior and interior condition with all visible findings documented.

• Overall exterior condition.
• Overall cabin condition.
• Visible scratches and dents.
• Vehicle glass.
• Visible rust or corrosion.
• Doors, bonnet and boot lid.
• Panel gaps and visible misalignment.
• Seats and interior trim.
• Instrument cluster.
• Core interior electronics.
• Windows, mirrors and locks.
• Interior and exterior lighting.
• A/C and available comfort functions.

Checks on the items directly tied to the vehicle's safety and daily usability.

• Airbag warnings and faults.
• Seat belts.
• Brakes.
• Brake discs.
• ABS system per the electronic scan.
• Tyres, condition and visible manufacturing dates.
• Front and rear lighting.
• Safety kit.
• Bonnet struts.
• Dashboard warning lights.
• Suspension and shock absorbers.
• Control arms, bushings and visible boots.
• Steering rack and steering boots.

The engine is inspected visually and while running, without dismantling, focusing on performance, noises, leaks, cooling and previous repair signs.

• Abnormal engine noises.
• Vibration or rough running.
• Visible signs the engine was opened before.
• Valve cover.
• Engine front and timing cover.
• Engine block.
• Oil sump / crankcase.
• Engine-to-gearbox mating area.
• Engine oil leaks.
• Engine oil and visible fluids.
• Radiator coolant.
• Radiator.
• Coolant expansion tank.
• Visible hoses and pipes.
• Cooling fans.
• Drive belt.
• Engine mounts.
• Alternator and charging system.
• Power steering where fitted.
• Exhaust smell, smoke or leaks.
• A/C compressor.
• Plastic parts and pipes.
• Visible rust or corrosion around the engine.
• General condition of visible electrical connections.

We check how the transmission behaves and the visible drivetrain parts, along with stored gearbox fault codes where available.

• Gear engagement.
• Shift smoothness between gears.
• Delay, harsh shifts or vibration.
• Transmission oil leaks.
• Gearbox housing and pan.
• Visible signs the gearbox was opened before.
• Gearbox mounts.
• Transmission cooler and visible lines.
• Propeller shaft.
• Front differential where fitted.
• Rear differential.
• Differential oil leaks.
• Signs the differential was opened before.
• Drive shafts and visible CV boots.
• Transfer case on 4WD vehicles.
• Transfer case oil leaks.
• Signs the transfer case was opened before.

The vehicle is lifted or reviewed from below with our own equipment where safe access allows, to reveal accident marks, repairs, rust and underbody findings.

• Radiator support and front beam.
• Front chassis rail.
• Rear chassis rail.
• Chassis heads.
• Chassis extensions and members.
• Underbody floor pan.
• Inner body structure.
• Cutting, welding or pulling marks.
• Previous repair or replacement signs.
• Visible non-factory welding.
• Non-factory underseal or spray.
• Rust and corrosion.
• Visible cracks or distortion.
• Lower suspension components.
• Exhaust system and heat shields.
• Engine, gearbox and differential leaks from below.

We use a diagnostic scanner to read the systems and modules the vehicle supports, revealing current or stored faults that a visual check cannot show.

• Engine ECU faults.
• Transmission TCM faults.
• ABS system.
• SRS airbag system.
• Body control modules (BCM).
• Electronic steering system.
• 4WD systems where available.
• Sensors and driver-assist systems the car supports.
• Current, stored and pending codes.
• Sensor readings / live data where supported.
• Dashboard warning indicators.
• Diagnostic scan report attached.
• Explanation of the key codes and findings.

Only the systems the vehicle and scanner allow are read, and the absence of a fault code does not mean the absence of a mechanical problem.

A road test is carried out when it is possible, the owner agrees and road conditions are safe.

• Engine response.
• Gear shifts.
• Vehicle stability.
• Pulling to the left or right.
• Suspension noises.
• Brake performance.
• Abnormal vibrations or noises.

Once the inspection is complete you receive a structured digital report covering every inspected section, with photos, inspector notes and a summary that makes the car's condition clear.

• Digital report.
• Photos of findings and key components.
• Results organised by vehicle section.
• Computer diagnostic report.
• Paint thickness readings.
• Inspector notes under each section.
• Final summary.
• Explanation and follow-up after delivery.
• Information to help you buy, negotiate or walk away.