Pre-purchase car inspection in Dublin & all Ireland
Know what you're buying before you commit. A 130+ point inspection, a full OBD diagnostic scan and a clear PDF report within 24 hours, carried out wherever the car is.
Found on recent inspections
- Ford Mondeo: active oil leak at the rocker cover
- BMW X3: finance still owed on the car
- Kia Niro: undisclosed body repair, front door
- Mercedes C200: original 2017 tyres, cracked
- Outlander PHEV: battery health 91 to 95%
- BMW X3: gearbox oils never changed at 98,665 km
- Outlander PHEV: mileage matches 4 computers and Japanese auction records
What our latest inspection reports found
Rated 5.0 by our clients on Google
Every review comes from a real inspection. A few of them, in our clients' words:
"This was the first website where everything was clearly explained, including the price and what exactly was included in the inspection."
"The report was very detailed and picked up on things I definitely would not have noticed myself, especially around previous repair work."
"Connected with the seller within the hour, arranged an early morning inspection the next day, and called me with the results ahead of sending on the report."
"I didnt get some generic copy+paste template report. I got a detailed analysis in all aspects of the car."
Real cars, real findings
Pick a car. On the left, the car as it was for sale. On the right, what we found.
Walk away Nissan Navara · 2014 · diesel · dash: 152,515 km
Clocked by 200,000 km, rotten underneath
- Service book showed 355,000 km in 2018. The dashboard reads 152,515.
- Rear chassis rails rotten from the inside, coated over
- Oil leaks, cracks in the cab, blue smoke
€1,590–3,190 + chassis repair
What we check on every car
A full 130+ point pre-purchase car inspection that covers what a standard NCT never will. Open each area to see what goes into it.
Paint and bodywork
- Paint depth on every panel, in microns
- Panel gaps, filler, overspray and resprays
- Glass date codes against the car's age
- Lights and lenses for damage
Chassis and underbody
- Corrosion on sills, subframes and floor
- Signs of a previous impact or straightened rails
- Leaks from engine, gearbox and differentials
- Exhaust, fuel and brake lines from underneath
Suspension and steering
- Bushes, ball joints and drop links
- Shock absorbers for leaks
- Steering play and noises
- Alignment, read from how the tyres wear
Brakes and tyres
- Pad and disc wear in percent
- Tread depth on every tyre
- Tyre age from the date code
- Uneven wear that points to a fault
Engine and gearbox
- Cold start, filmed with the bonnet open
- Oil, coolant and brake fluid condition
- Leaks, smoke and abnormal noises
- Clutch, gearbox and four-wheel drive behaviour
Full ECU and OBD scan
- Every control unit, not just the engine
- Stored, pending and intermittent fault codes
- Live data: 12 V battery, temperatures, hybrid battery
- Signs of recently cleared codes
Mileage fraud check
- Dashboard against the readings stored in the car's computers
- Service history and the national register
- Import and auction records where they exist
Interior and electrics
- Seats, seat belts and their dates
- Air conditioning, infotainment and every button
- Warning lights and instruments
Road test
- Up to 15 km where the seller allows it
- Engine, gearbox, brakes and steering under load
- A re-scan after the drive for codes that come back
A real report, not a checklist
Every client gets a report like this one, written for that car. These are real pages, with the client's details and part of the content hidden.
- One-page summary with a clear verdict
- Every finding ranked: must do, should do, minor, with a repair cost
- The readings behind it: diagnostics, battery health, mileage records
- Photos and videos of the whole inspection, sent with the report
3 of 22 pages from a real report. Registration, VIN, client and seller hidden.
How it works
Dealer, private seller or auction, in Dublin or anywhere in Ireland. You don't need to be there.
Book your inspection
Send us the car and where it is. We confirm the price with travel, and a 50% deposit secures your slot.
We go to the car
Anywhere in Dublin or across Ireland. We coordinate directly with the seller.
On-site inspection
130+ points, OBD scan, road test and photos. We walk you through every finding.
PDF report within 24h
Photos, videos, full diagnostics, repair cost estimates and our honest verdict by email.
Fixed prices by vehicle type
Every inspection is the same full check. The price depends on the car, not on options. No hidden fees. Travel is added to every inspection based on where the car is, and confirmed before you book.
| CityPolo, Yaris, i10 | €249 |
| StandardHatchback, sedan, SUV, van and pickup | €287 |
| Hybrid and electricBattery health assessment included | €314 |
| Sport and executiveGolf R, BMW 3, 4 and 5 Series, Mercedes | €349 |
| Luxury and performancePremium EV, Range Rover, Porsche, Ferrari, AMG, M, RS | €494 |
Plus travel. Deposits, cancellations and refunds are explained in Bookings & Refunds.
All our reviews, live from Google
Recent inspections
Real cars, real findings. We share what we find on Instagram and TikTok, with plates hidden.
Common questions
How much does a pre-purchase car inspection cost in Ireland?
From €249 for city cars to €494 for luxury and performance cars. Standard €287, hybrid and electric €314, sport and executive €349. Fixed prices, no hidden fees. Travel is added to every inspection based on where the car is, and confirmed before you book.
How long does a pre-purchase car inspection take?
Most inspections take 1.5 to 2 hours on site. The full PDF report follows within 24 hours.
Do I need to be present during the inspection?
No. We handle everything with the seller and send the full report by email. If we find something significant, we call you straight away.
Do you cover all of Ireland or just Dublin?
We are based in Dublin and cover the whole island, Northern Ireland included. Travel is added to every inspection based on where the car is, and confirmed before you book.
Can you inspect Japanese or UK imported cars?
Yes. We have particular experience with Japanese imports and UK cars: hybrid batteries, hidden repairs and import history.
What exactly do you check?
130+ points: paint depth, chassis, suspension, brakes, powertrain, a full OBD and ECU scan, mileage fraud detection and a road test of up to 15 km.