Pre-purchase forensic inspection (used EV)
180-point deep audit before you buy a used EV.
Buying a used EV is risky business — odometer reading tells you nothing about pack health, and dealers don't share cell-level data. Our pre-purchase forensic inspection combines a cell-level SoH scan, HV insulation test, thermal imaging, OBD code dump, body alignment check, and accident-flag inspection. You get a single PDF that tells you exactly what you're buying.
What's included
- Cell-level SoH measurement
- Motor + inverter waveform check
- Frame straightness inspection
- Odometer cross-check vs. service log
- Software/firmware reset detection
- Paint/repair forensic
- Final go/no-go report
Why this matters
A 'great deal' on a 4-year-old EV with a quietly-degraded pack can become a ₹3-5L surprise within 6 months. The ₹4,999 we charge for a full forensic check is the cheapest insurance in EV ownership.
How it works
- 1
Full visual + body inspection (panel gaps, paint thickness, undercarriage).
- 2
HV insulation megger test.
- 3
Cell-level SoH scan.
- 4
Thermal imaging under load.
- 5
OBD multi-module dump.
- 6
Test drive with our engineer.
- 7
Consolidated PDF report with go/no-go recommendation.
What to expect
Allow 3 hours. We need the seller to bring the vehicle to our workshop. You don't need to be present — we can do a video walkthrough on a call. Report delivered same day.
What we typically find
From hundreds of inspections — what makes the report.
- Pack capacity 8-15% lower than seller represents
- Undisclosed accident history (panel-gap or paint-thickness anomalies)
- Stored DTCs the seller cleared the week before
- Tyres or pads near replacement (negotiation leverage)
How to prepare
- Negotiate the seller's agreement to workshop inspection BEFORE you pay any token
- Bring the vehicle's RC and service history
Equipment we use
- Full diagnostic suite (CAN, megger, FLIR, body alignment gauge)
- Paint-thickness gauge
Certifications
- Forensic-grade signed report
Transparent pricing breakdown
No hidden charges. This is exactly what makes up your bill.
Full inspection (3 hours) | ₹3,500 |
Consolidated PDF report | ₹999 |
30-min negotiation advice call | ₹500 |
| Total | ₹4,999 |
What customers say
“Saved me ₹1.2L. The seller represented 'like new' — pack was at 79% and there was undisclosed front-end damage.”
“Went ahead with the purchase confidently after their report. Pack genuinely was 91% as the seller said.”
FAQs
Where?+
Either at seller's location (with their consent) or at our workshop.
How long?+
3 hours typically.
What if it fails?+
Don't buy — we'll explain why in plain English.
Who needs this
Anyone buying a used EV from a private seller or non-OEM-certified dealer.
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