At V.A.M. Checks, we provide a full 130+ point pre-purchase car inspection in Dublin and across Ireland.Our certified automotive engineers perform a thorough car check to uncover hidden mechanical, electrical and structural issues that private sellers or dealers often overlook, and that a standard NCT test does not cover.

Here’s what we check in every used car:

Paint and bodywork – we use a paint depth gauge to detect repainted panels, accident repairs, rust and hidden damage often missed in a standard car check.Chassis and underbody – we inspect for corrosion, frame alignment, structural weaknesses or crash signs that may affect safety and resale value.Suspension and steering – checked for play, leaks, knocking noises and overall road behaviour.Brakes and tyres – inspection of disc wear, pad condition, brake balance and tyre tread patterns to ensure even wear and safe braking.Powertrain (engine & transmission) – we check idle, oil levels, leaks, vibration and exhaust smoke for early signs of problems.Full ECU scan – using a professional diagnostic tool, we connect to all the vehicle’s ECUs to detect hidden faults, intermittent errors, cleared fault histories and suspicious resets that sellers or basic inspections often overlook.Mileage fraud detection – cross-checking odometer readings, service records and ECU memory to uncover clocking or tampering.Road test – if possible, we drive the car up to 15 km to evaluate performance, brakes, steering and transmission in real conditions.📄 You receive a PDF report within 24 hours, including:High-resolution photos and videosECU diagnostic resultsA clear recommendation: Buy with confidence or walk away

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We inspect the car for you, whether you're there or not.

1. Book your car check by paying a 20% deposit (card, Revolut or secure payment).2. We go directly to the vehicle’s location — dealer forecourt, private seller or auction, anywhere in Dublin or across Ireland.3. Our certified engineer performs the pre purchase car inspection on-site.
   If you’re present – we walk you through the issues and answer questions.
   If you’re not – no problem. We handle everything and send you the full report.4. You receive a digital car inspection report within 24 hours, including high-resolution photos, ECU diagnostics and our clear verdict.5. You make the right decision – negotiate with confidence or walk away from a bad deal.This is not a quick NCT test.
It’s a full, professional used car inspection service in Dublin and Ireland, trusted by over 500 buyers.