When you buy a car—new or used—the biggest worry is hidden problems. A shiny exterior may hide accidental repairs, mechanical faults, or legal issues. That is why a
proper Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) is important. It protects your money, avoids future repair costs, and gives you peace of mind.
CarVaidya performs a complete PDI, so you know the real condition of the car before saying “yes.” Here is what we check in detail.
1. Document Verification – First and Most Important Step
At the initial stage, CarVaidya focuses on papers, especially for used car PDI. We verify:
- RC details and registration validity
- VIN / chassis number
- Engine number
- Insurance status (validity, zero-dep, claim history)
- Service history from authorised workshops
- Ownership records
- Whether the car was commercial, private, or demo
- Any mismatch, fraud, or red flags
This step helps you understand the vehicle’s background before moving ahead. You avoid stolen cars, tampered documents, or cars with claim disputes.
2. Exterior Inspection
After documents, we check the full exterior for visual and structural health:
- Paint quality, colour mismatch, repaint signs
- Dent, scratches, or accidental repair
- Panel gaps alignment
- Front and rear bumpers
- Glass, windscreen cracks, or replacement marks
- Mirrors, wipers, and washer nozzles
This helps you identify whether the car was involved in an accident or cheaply repaired.
3. Tyres and Wheels
Tyres tell the truth. We check:
- Tread depth
- Uneven wear (indicates suspension or alignment issues)
- Manufacturing date
- Spare tyre condition
- Wheel alignment and balancing signals
Old or uneven tyres mean future spending.
4. Lights and Electricals
Every light and switch must work properly. We test:
- Headlamps, high-beam, low-beam
- Indicators and fog lamps
- Brake lights and reverse lamps
- Horn and power windows
- Central locking and mirrors
- Music system and infotainment
- AC cooling performance
- Charging ports and interior lamps
Electrical faults are common in used cars, so this saves repair headaches.
5. Interior Quality
We look inside for comfort and hygiene:
- Seat condition and seatbelt function
- Dashboard cracks, fading, or damage
- Steering play
- Odour that hints at water damage
- Boot space and toolkit availability
6. Engine Bay and Underbody
The engine bay tells whether a car is genuinely maintained. We check:
- Engine oil level and grade
- Coolant level and leaks
- Brake fluid and clutch fluid
- Belt condition
- Battery health
- Radiator condition
- Leakage, rust, or tampering
Underbody inspection reveals accidental damage, structural rust, and illegal cuts.
7. OBD Scanning and Mechanical Check
We perform OBD scanning to detect hidden fault codes. This uncovers:
- Sensor faults
- Engine performance issues
- ABS/Airbag errors
- Emission problems
We also check braking, suspension noises, steering alignment, clutch bite, and engine idle behaviour during a road test.
Peace of Mind with CarVaidya
With
CarVaidya’s expert PDI service, you get clarity, transparency, and confidence before buying a new or used car. We help you avoid accidental vehicles, tampered odometers, demo cars, and hidden mechanical issues—so you invest wisely.
Before you buy, always inspect. Your money deserves safety. Your family deserves trust. CarVaidya delivers both.
