CarAudit certificate
A detailed PDF document rating the vehicle's condition in every area, with an overall recommendation.
About the inspection
What exactly we inspect
A detailed overview of the standardised CarAudit procedure: from vehicle history to the test drive. Up to 270 points the technician checks.
History & legal verification~40 points
We verify the vehicle's history in European databases and check its legal and financial status.
- Verification in European databases
- Service history check
- Odometer rollback detection
- Stolen vehicle register
- Leasing and financial encumbrances
- VAT deduction eligibility
- Vehicle identity and declared-specification check
Exterior & bodywork~65 points
A thorough inspection of the bodywork, paint, glass and the vehicle's exterior elements.
- Paint-thickness measurement (all panels)
- Panel-gap and fitment check
- Quality of previous repairs
- Traces of corrosion
- Condition of glass, lights, wheels and tyres
- Photo documentation of damage
Interior & equipment~45 points
The interior's condition, equipment functionality and comfort features.
- Condition of seats and upholstery
- Functionality of controls
- Air conditioning and heating
- Infotainment and navigation
- Safety elements (airbags, seatbelts)
- Dashboard and on-board computer
- Wear consistent with the declared mileage
- Traces of smoking, water ingress or hidden repairs
Technical condition~45 points
A hands-on check of the car's mechanical core (drivetrain, brakes, suspension and the electrical system), the parts that cost the most to put right.
- Engine, gearbox and clutch
- Fluid leaks, oil and coolant levels
- Brake pads and discs: wear and function
- Suspension, steering and chassis
- Electrical system and battery
- Underbody and exhaust condition
Diagnostics~35 points
Electronic diagnostics of control units and detection of hidden faults.
- Reading fault codes
- DPF filter condition
- Electronic-system functions
- Software-tampering detection
- Emissions check
- Hidden faults undetectable by eye
Test drive~40 points
Assessment of the vehicle's driving characteristics in real conditions.
- Gearbox and clutch function
- Smoothness of power delivery
- Steering stability, vibrations
- Brake effectiveness
- Chassis and shock absorbers
- Unusual noises and behaviour
- Assistance systems in motion (ABS, ESP, cruise)
The technicians
Who performs the inspection
CarAudit inspections are performed exclusively by certified technicians with years of experience in the automotive industry. Every technician completes internal training and works to one strictly defined, standardised procedure.
- technicians in the network
- 85+
- inspections performed
- 12,000+
- inspection duration
- 2–3 h
- report delivery
- 48 h
The result
What you'll receive
The inspection result is clear, transparent and understandable even for a layperson.
Photo documentation
Photos of discovered defects, damage and important vehicle details, kept as evidence.
A clear recommendation
The technician's direct opinion: recommended to buy, worth considering, or not recommended.
Notes and limitations
- The inspection does not include disassembly of vehicle parts
- The inspection does not cover faults that only appear during later use
- The CarAudit certificate does not constitute a warranty within the meaning of the civil code
- The scope may vary with vehicle accessibility (lift, test-drive conditions)
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