Uncover hidden accidents & faults - before you pay for the car
Spend AED 299, not AED 80,000. AutoFay is an independent pre-purchase inspection service across all 7 UAE emirates. An experienced inspector comes to the car, checks up to 410 points across 27 systems, and sends a photo-backed digital report within 24 hours. From AED 99 in Sharjah & Ajman, from AED 250 UAE-wide.
Dubai DED #1555610 · Independent - we don’t buy or sell cars · Same-day digital report
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 27 systems - up to 410 points, then sends a photo-backed digital report within 24 hours across all 7 UAE emirates - from AED 99 in Sharjah & Ajman, from AED 250 UAE-wide.
Independent - we don’t buy or sell cars and take no dealer commissions. The report goes to you, the buyer, not the seller.
This is the report you receive
What does a 410-point inspection cover?
410 points across 27 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 | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Diagnostic | ê 99.00 | 16-point computer scan | Sharjah & Ajman only |
| Body & Computer | ê 250.00 | 116-point inspection | All 7 emirates |
| ComprehensiveMost popular | ê 299.00 | 410+ point inspection | All 7 emirates |
Prices updated 2026 · from the AutoFay database
Choose your inspection package
Computer Diagnostic
Fast electronic check · Sharjah & Ajman only
Body & Computer
Paint history + diagnostics
Comprehensive
Full 410-point inspection
A hidden gearbox fault can cost AED 8,000. The report costs AED 299.
Hidden gearbox ≈ AED 8,000 - the report AED 299
Report within 24 hours - so you decide fast and don’t lose the car.
Get Your CertificateHow 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 anywhere in the UAE - 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 across all 7 emirates. The 410-point and 116-point inspections are available everywhere; the AED 99 quick-check is in Sharjah & Ajman 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 27 systems - up to 410 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 at AED 99 (Sharjah and Ajman only), a Body and Computer 116-point check at AED 250, and the Comprehensive 410-point inspection at AED 299. The Comprehensive tier is the most popular and covers all 27 systems across all 7 emirates.
Q3Does the inspector come to the car?
Yes. An experienced inspector comes to the vehicle on-location anywhere across all 7 UAE emirates - 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 a couple of hours depending on the package. You receive the full digital report - with photos and condition ratings for every item - the same day or within 24 hours, so you can decide quickly without losing the car to another buyer.
Q5Are you independent of the seller or dealer?
Yes. AutoFay is completely independent - we do not buy or sell cars and take no dealer commissions, 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 410-point inspection cover?
The Comprehensive 410-point inspection covers 27 systems, including Body and Paint (42 points), Interior (30), Safety (28), Frame (27), Suspension (22), EV and Hybrid (20) and Tires (19), among others. Every item is photographed and given a condition rating from Excellent to Major.
Q7Which emirates do you cover, and is the AED 99 package available in Dubai?
AutoFay covers all 7 UAE emirates with on-location inspection. The full 410-point and 116-point inspections are available everywhere. The AED 99 Computer Diagnostic quick-check is available in Sharjah and Ajman only - in Dubai and the other emirates, choose the AED 250 or AED 299 package.
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
Order an independent pre-purchase inspection certificate today and get a clear, photo-backed report within 24 hours.