Recommended package

Standard inspection

Seen the used car and ready to make a decision? The inspection allows up to 120 minutes for 200+ checks, including a road test of up to 15 minutes when the vehicle is safe, road legal and available to drive. The CarExamer Standard Inspection is our most popular pre-purchase inspection, giving you a deeper independent assessment of the vehicle before money changes hands and practical evidence to negotiate, proceed or walk away.

From £189.99

Why choose this package

  • Mechanical and electrical checks
  • Includes 200+ inspection checks across key mechanical, structural, and operational areas.
  • Allows up to 120 minutes for inspection time on this package.
  • Built on a package level with 2,000+ completed inspections already recorded.
  • This is currently the recommended package in the inspection range.

Inspection profile

Completed inspections 2,000+
Checks 200+
Max duration 120

About the Standard inspection

The CarExamer Standard Inspection is built for the point at which a used car looks promising but you still need to know whether it is worth buying. A qualified inspector examines the vehicle independently, looking beyond presentation and sales talk for defects, wear, warning signs and likely costs that could change the deal. The inspection allows up to 120 minutes for 200+ checks, including a road test of up to 15 minutes when the vehicle is safe, road legal and available to drive. The finished report turns those findings into practical buying information. You can see what the inspector found, understand which concerns deserve attention and use estimated repair costs to judge the asking price more realistically. Direct feedback also gives you the opportunity to clarify important findings rather than trying to interpret a checklist on your own. Choose Standard when you have already viewed the vehicle but want more depth than a focused inspection provides. It is a strong fit for everyday used-car purchases where mechanical condition, underside access, diagnostic evidence and road behaviour all matter to the final decision. If you are buying unseen or want the widest bodywork and structural coverage, Premium is the better comparison.
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What's included

  • Report available in 5 hours from starting inspection
  • Full Control of your booking from your account
  • 9 x High quality photos
  • Road test (15 minutes)
  • Free Vehicle Data i
  • Potential Repair Costs
  • Service history check
  • Guarantee* i
  • Questions to inspector
  • VIN number check
  • Follow-up call with inspector
  • Plug-in diagnostic check
  • Vehicle raised
  • Audio feedback
  • Live report view
  • Link to share report
  • Loyalty discount i
  • Discount for multiple cars i
  • Free cancellation*
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Customer Reviews

Charlotte N.

INFINITI G37 AUTO

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09/08/2026

Fantastic service and interaction with John, who carried out a very detailed inspection of both mechanical and aesthetic components of the vehicle, giving me the confidence to purchase a used car I was unable to view due to geography. John was friendly and patient in communicating his findings, with photos of all issues identified, and helped me understand ways of resolving the various i...

Leo C.

VOLKSWAGEN CADDY MAXI C20 T-LINE TDI BMT

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27/07/2026

I dont do cars, just drive them. With Klavs report I know the car is a good deal and safe to buy. Thanks !

Joe W.

CITROEN BERLINGO M-SPACE FLAIR BHDI SA

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27/06/2026

My experience with Klavs was nothing short of amazing. He went above and beyond to provide the best possible service. He spent a long time thoroughly inspecting the vehicle and was incredibly honest throughout the entire process. Once he'd finished, he took the time to explain everything in detail, answer all of my questions, and make sure I fully understood his findings. I never f...

MD I.

Mercedes-Benz, A-Class, Petrol, 1.6, 2015

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26/06/2026

Experience was excellent and in need actually, finally I didn't commit to buy the car, probably that saved some money.

James S.

AUDI QUATTRO

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20/06/2026

John saved me making a massive mistake. He was clear about the problems and open to explaining them

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