What is Pre-Delivery Inspection?
Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) is a systematic check of a new car before delivery. The idea is simple: compare the actual condition of the car with what you're supposed to receive.
A pre-delivery inspection can show whether the car has transport damage, repainting, scratches, dents, panel replacement, uneven gaps, tyre irregularities, or signs of earlier use. It also includes checking the odometer, manufacturing dates, vehicle identification details, warning indicators, and available electronic systems.
Completing the PDI before registration gives you a chance to raise concerns early, before the car becomes part of the registration process.
What We Cover in a Car Inspection
A good car PDI looks at much more than the body of the car. Here's how a typical inspection is divided.
1. Exterior and Body Inspection
We check the body panels, bumpers, doors, bonnet, boot, roof, mirrors, and other visible areas for:
- check_circleScratches, dents, and scuff marks
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- check_circleFitting or alignment concerns
- check_circleDamage that may have happened during transportation or storage
2. Interior Inspection
Inside the cabin, we check the condition and working of seats, dashboard, carpets, trim pieces, infotainment controls, switches, air-conditioning controls, windows, locks, and other available functions.
3. Tyres, Wheels and Glass
Tyre condition, visible damage, wheel condition, tyre manufacturing information, the windshield, and all other glass surfaces are examined. Any unusual mark is noted in your car inspection report.
4. Engine Bay and Mechanical Areas
The accessible engine compartment gets a visual inspection for leaks, loose components, unusual conditions, fluid levels where applicable, and visible damage. Please note that a physical inspection does not replace a workshop-level mechanical check. Its job is to catch observable problems before delivery.
5. Electrical Functions and Car Scanning
Electrical features are tested according to the equipment in your car. Depending on the PDI package and vehicle compatibility, car scanning may also be done to read stored diagnostic trouble codes and warning-related information.
How We Work
Our PDI process starts with your car inspection booking. The inspection is arranged at the dealer yard before registration or delivery. Here's how it works, step by step.
Step 1: PDI Booking
You share the car and dealer details along with your preferred inspection time.
Step 2: Vehicle Identification
Our inspector confirms the VIN or chassis number and other identifying details of the car.
Step 3: Physical Car Inspection
The car is inspected systematically, outside and inside, based on the inspection coverage you selected.
Step 4: Car Scanning
Where applicable, we run diagnostic scanning to check electronic information and fault codes.
Step 5: Report Preparation
All observations are documented in your car inspection report, with photographs or supporting details where required.
Get a Reliable, Accurate Car Inspection Report
A useful inspection report should make the condition of your car easy to understand. Instead of just saying the car is "satisfactory," it should list each observation and show where attention may be needed.
With this report in hand, you can discuss the findings with the dealer before registration. If the inspection points to damage, paint variation, missing equipment, warning indicators, or any other concern, you can ask the dealer for clarification or correction before delivery.
Essential Car PDI and Advanced Car PDI
Inspection coverage depends on the service you choose.
Essential Car PDI
Focuses on the important physical and functional checks needed before you accept a new car.
Advanced Car PDI
Offers broader coverage and may include extra checks such as diagnostic scanning, depending on vehicle compatibility and the selected package.
The right option depends on your car, your requirements, and how much detail you want from the inspection.
New Car Inspection Before Registration
A new car inspection works best when it's completed before the car is registered in your name. Once registration and delivery are done, some issues become harder to resolve because the car has already been formally accepted.
Our 360° car inspection approach looks at the car from every angle, not just the exterior. It includes body condition, cabin, tyres, glass, electrical functions, identification details, and available diagnostic information.
Car Inspection Booking and PDI Pricing
For PDI booking, please confirm the inspection date and dealer location in advance. PDI pricing can vary with the inspection type, car category, location, and selected coverage.
Before you book, check exactly what your chosen inspection includes, and whether diagnostic scanning or other additional checks are part of the package.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Carparakh a top-rated provider for used car inspection?
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Our inspection focuses on documenting the physical and functional condition of the car in a structured report. For a used car, the inspection can cover body condition, interior, tyres, visible engine and mechanical areas, electrical functions, and diagnostic information where available.
How quickly can I get a car inspection before buying a used car?
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Timing depends on your location, inspector availability, car details, and the booking schedule. It's best to arrange the inspection before completing the purchase so you can consider the findings first.
What hidden problems does a car inspection uncover?
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A physical inspection can reveal things that aren't obvious at first glance, such as paint variation, repaired panels, uneven gaps, tyre concerns, warning indicators, interior damage, or stored diagnostic fault codes. However, no inspection can identify every internal engine or mechanical problem without workshop-level testing.
Do you offer mobile car inspection at my home or office?
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Mobile inspection depends on the service area and the type of inspection requested. The inspection location is confirmed during car inspection booking.
Is Carparakh suitable for luxury and exotic car inspections?
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Luxury and exotic cars often have extra electronic features, specialised equipment, and different inspection needs. So coverage is confirmed according to the specific make, model, and available diagnostic systems, rather than assuming every car can be checked the same way.