Uncover hidden accidents & faults - before you pay for the car
Buying a used car? Inspect it before you pay. AutoFay is an independent pre-purchase inspection service in Ajman, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah. An experienced inspector comes to the car, checks 343 points across 25 systems, and sends a photo-backed digital report within 24 hours. The Comprehensive inspection starts from AED 349, location fee included.
Dubai DED #1555610 · Independent - we don’t buy or sell cars · Digital report within 24 hours
What is a pre-purchase vehicle inspection?
A pre-purchase vehicle inspection is an independent check of a used car before you buy it. An experienced inspector comes to the car and examines the engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, body and electronics across 25 systems - 343 points, then sends a photo-backed digital report within 24 hours in Ajman, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah. The Comprehensive inspection starts from AED 349, location fee included.
Independent - we don’t buy or sell cars and take no commission from any seller. The report goes to you, the buyer, not the seller.
An inspection at the car’s location
This is the report you receive
What does a 343-point inspection cover?
343 points across 25 systems - each checked, rated and photographed. Tap any system to see its dedicated inspection.
How much does a car inspection cost in the UAE?
| Package | Price | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Diagnostic | From ê 149.00 | 16-point computer scan |
| Body & Computer | From ê 300.00 | 116-point inspection |
| ComprehensiveMost popular | From ê 349.00 | 343-point inspection |
Prices updated 2026 · from the AutoFay database
Choose your inspection package
Computer Diagnostic
Fast electronic check · Ajman and Sharjah only
Body & Computer
Paint history + diagnostics
Comprehensive
Full 343-point inspection
Know the car’s real condition before you pay.
An experienced inspector checks the car where it is and emails you a report within 24 hours. If it finds faults, ask the seller to fix them or lower the price - or walk away before you part with your money.
Comprehensive inspection from AED 349, location fee included
Book the InspectionHow the inspection works
Order online
Choose a package and tell us the car and which emirate it is in. Ordering takes minutes.
The inspector comes to the car
An experienced inspector goes to the vehicle on-location in Ajman, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah - no need to move it.
Digital report within 24h
A full report with photos and condition ratings, so you can negotiate or walk away with confidence.
Which emirates do you cover?
We inspect on-location in Ajman, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah. The Body & Computer and Comprehensive packages are available in all of them. The Computer Diagnostic package is available in Ajman and Sharjah only.
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Pre-purchase inspection FAQ
Q1What is a pre-purchase vehicle inspection?
A pre-purchase vehicle inspection is an independent check of a used car before you buy it. An experienced inspector examines the engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, body and electronics across 25 systems - 343 points - then sends a photo-backed digital report within 24 hours so you know the car's real condition before you pay.
Q2How much does a car inspection cost in the UAE?
AutoFay has three packages: a Computer Diagnostic 16-point check from AED 149 (Ajman and Sharjah only), a Body and Computer 116-point check from AED 300, and the Comprehensive 343-point inspection from AED 349. Prices include the location fee and vary by the emirate the car is in. The Comprehensive tier is the most popular and covers all 25 systems.
Q3Does the inspector come to the car?
Yes. An experienced inspector comes to the vehicle on-location in Ajman, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah - there is no need to move the car. You order online, tell us where the car is, and the inspector goes to it. You receive a digital photo report within 24 hours.
Q4How long does the inspection take and how fast is the report?
The on-location inspection itself typically takes 30-60 minutes depending on the package. You receive the full digital report - with photos and condition ratings for every item - within 24 hours, so you can decide quickly without losing the car to another buyer.
Q5Are you independent of the seller?
Yes. AutoFay is completely independent - we do not buy or sell cars and take no commission from any seller, so we have no stake in the deal. The report goes to you, the buyer, not the seller. AutoFay holds Dubai DED licence 1555610.
Q6What does the 343-point inspection cover?
The Comprehensive 343-point inspection covers 25 systems, including Body, Paint & Damage (42 points), Frame Condition (27), Interior (23), EV & Hybrid Systems (20), Safety & Security (19), Suspension & Steering (17), Tires & Wheels (17), among others. Every item is photographed and given a condition rating from Excellent to Major.
Q7Which emirates do you cover, and which packages are available where?
AutoFay inspects on-location in Ajman, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah. The Body & Computer and Comprehensive packages are available in all of them. The Computer Diagnostic package is available in Ajman and Sharjah only.
Q8What is in the report and how do I order?
The digital report lists every checked item with a condition rating (Excellent, Good, Minor, Major or Others) and photo evidence, so you can negotiate the price or walk away with confidence. To order, choose a package online and tell us the car and emirate, or call or WhatsApp +971542584458.
Know the car before you pay for it
Book an independent pre-purchase inspection today and get a clear, photo-backed report within 24 hours.