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Pre-purchase inspection in Dubai for a used Audi you are about to buy
Independent check of a used Audi before you pay
- 24-mo warranty included
- ~30 min arrival in Dubai
- Free fitting + coding
Split in 4 with Tabby or Tamara Card or cash on delivery A pre-purchase inspection is an independent check of a used car before you buy: full diagnostic scan, paint and body check, underside, road test and a written report. We arrange it at a partner workshop in Dubai, with the seller present or with their agreement. Message us on WhatsApp or call with the listing.
When you need it
- You found a used Audi online and the asking figure looks too good
- The car is an import, not GCC spec
- The seller has no service history
- It is your first Audi and you do not know the weak points
What the job covers
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Full system scan
Every control unit is read for stored and intermittent faults, including ones cleared shortly before the sale.
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Body and paint check
Paint thickness is measured on every panel to find resprays, filler and signs of accident repair.
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Mechanical inspection
Engine, gearbox, suspension, brakes, tyres and the underside are checked on a lift for leaks and damage.
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Road test and report
The car is driven, then you get a written report with photos, findings and what needs attention first.
On an Audi specifically
On a used Audi we look hardest at the expensive items: S tronic behaviour when hot, air suspension holding its height on the Q7 and A8, and oil leaks. Some older 2.0 TFSI engines are known for oil consumption and timing chain tensioner wear. A cold start tells a lot, so ask the seller not to warm the car up.
How it works
Independent check of a used Audi before you pay
On site: 25 to 45 minutes
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Send us the listing, the chassis number and the seller location.
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We agree a time with you and the seller and book the workshop.
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The car is scanned, measured, lifted and road tested.
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You get the written report and a straight opinion on what you saw.
Where we offer Pre-purchase inspection
Across Dubai, and in Sharjah and Abu Dhabi by arrangement. These are the areas we attend most.
Battery trouble as well?
Batteries are our core work. If the car is slow to start or shows a low battery message, we can test it free on the same visit.
See battery servicesPre-purchase inspection: Common questions
Short answers. Anything else — WhatsApp us.
How long does a pre-purchase inspection take?
Allow a couple of hours at the workshop. That covers the scan, paint readings, lift inspection and a road test. The written report follows the same day, so you can decide while the car is still available.
Is the RTA passing test enough when buying a used car?
No. The registration test checks roadworthiness basics. It does not read fault codes in depth, measure paint or judge the condition of the gearbox and suspension. A car can pass and still need major work.
Should I avoid an imported Audi?
Not automatically, but check harder. Some imports arrive after accident or flood damage abroad and are repaired here. Run the chassis number through a history report, and have the structure, airbags and electronics inspected carefully.
Will the seller allow an inspection?
Most honest sellers agree, usually at a workshop near them. If a seller refuses any independent inspection, treat that as information about the car. We can speak to the seller to arrange the time.
Other garage services
Spot something else on the visit? We sort it or book a workshop we trust. Same number.
- Oil change Correct-spec engine oil, new filter and service reset
- Car maintenance Scheduled servicing by the Audi plan, adapted to Gulf conditions
- Brake pad replacement New front or rear pads, sensors and a disc check
- Engine repair Fault diagnosis and engine repair for Audi petrol and diesel engines
- Gearbox repair S tronic and manual gearbox faults diagnosed and repaired
- Transmission repair Tiptronic automatic faults, fluid service and torque converter repair
What drivers say
4.9 out of 5 from 9,300+ Google reviews.
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Omar Al Mansoori Audi Q7, Al BarshaQ7 would not start in the basement before a flight. Technician arrived in about 25 minutes, knew the battery was under the seat, changed it and coded it. I made the flight.
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Sarah Whitfield Audi A3, Dubai MarinaI expected to be sold a battery. He tested it, said it only needed a jump and a longer drive, and charged for the jump only. Saved their number.
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Muhammad Irfan Audi A6, Khalifa CityCame to Abu Dhabi at night. Explained why the A6 needs an AGM battery and showed me the before and after readings on the tester. Paid with Tabby.
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Layla Haddad Audi Q5, Al MajazStart-stop had stopped working for months and the dealer quoted a long wait. New battery fitted at my building in Sharjah and start-stop was back the same day.
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James O'Connor Audi A5, Business BaySecond battery in a year from another shop had failed. These guys found it was the wrong type and never coded. Proper AGM fitted, no warnings since.
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Noura Al Suwaidi Audi Q8, JumeirahPolite, on time, clean work in the driveway. Took the old battery away and sent the warranty details on WhatsApp straight after.
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Hassan Reza Audi e-tron, Dubai HillsDid not know an e-tron had a normal 12V battery until the car refused to wake up. They did, and had the right one on the van.
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