SAMPLE REPORT · FICTIONAL CAR

Fictional compact SUV

Inspection Job No.: SG-SAMPLE-0001
Make / Model: Compact SUV (fictional)
Year / Mfg. Month: 2019 / March
Odometer (km): 48,200
Fuel / Powertrain: Petrol
Transmission: Manual
Registration No.: TN 00 XX 0000

Overall score

Summary

Overall score: 74 / 100
Vehicle rating: Good
Pass / Warning / Fail: WARNING
Recommendation: Buy After Repairs / Negotiation

176 OK
6 Attention
1 Fail
27 N/A

Inspector’s key findings

Mechanically sound: clean start, smooth gearbox, no warning lights and no stored fault codes. Front brakes need work before regular use, and the rear tyres are near the end of their life. The repainted bumper is cosmetic; ask the seller for the repair history.

Findings

Numbers match the findings list.

Finding 1: Front bumperAttention
Repainted. Paint depth reads high along the lower edge; no filler under it.
Exterior, body & paint · Photo 4 of 38
Finding 2: Rear left doorAttention
Minor dent above the handle, about 3 cm. Paint intact.
Exterior, body & paint · Photo 9 of 38
Finding 3: Rear left tyreAttention
About 30% tread left, wearing on the inner edge.
Glass, wheels & tyres · Photo 17 of 38
Finding 4: Rear right tyreAttention
About 30% tread left, wearing on the inner edge.
Glass, wheels & tyres · Photo 18 of 38
Finding 5: Front brakesFail
Pads near the wear limit; the disc is scored. Replace before regular use.
Brakes, steering & suspension · Photo 23 of 38
Finding 6: Odour / cabin filter conditionAttention
Musty smell at start-up; cabin filter overdue.
AC / climate control · Photo 29 of 38
Finding 7: Service history availableAttention
Service records missing between 30,000 and 45,000 km.
Document & history verification · Photo 35 of 38

Negotiation points

Point	Estimate
Front brake pads and discs need replacing now	₹9,500
Two rear tyres at about 30% tread	₹11,000
Repainted front bumper and a door dent: ask why	₹3,500
AC cabin filter and a cabin clean	₹1,200
Worth raising with the seller	₹25,200

Estimates are illustrative for this sample.

Photos

Every report includes photos of the views below, plus every defect. This sample has 38.

Photo 1 of 38Front
Photo 2 of 38Rear
Photo 3 of 38Left
Photo 4 of 38Right
Photo 5 of 38Roof
Photo 6 of 38Underbody
Photo 7 of 38Engine/Motor Bay
Photo 8 of 38Dashboard
Photo 9 of 38Front Seats
Photo 10 of 38Rear Seats
Photo 11 of 38Tyres/Wheels
Photo 12 of 38Any Defects

Every check

All 210 checklist items, in 15 sections. Items that don’t apply to this car are marked N/A.

1. Exterior, body & paint24 checks · 2 flagged

Front bumperAttention
Rear bumperOK
Bonnet / hoodOK
RoofOK
Front left doorOK
Front right doorOK
Rear left doorAttention
Rear right doorOK
Boot / tailgateOK
Front left fenderOK
Front right fenderOK
Rear left quarter panelOK
Rear right quarter panelOK
Left side pillarOK
Right side pillarOK
Left exterior mirrorOK
Right exterior mirrorOK
Door handles / locksOK
Grille / emblemsOK
Chassis / underbody visible areasOK
Paint shade / colour mismatchOK
Panel gaps / alignmentOK
Scratches / dents / repaint signsOK
Rust / corrosionOK

2. Glass, wheels & tyres19 checks · 2 flagged

Front windshieldOK
Rear windshieldOK
Front left window glassOK
Front right window glassOK
Rear left window glassOK
Rear right window glassOK
Quarter glassOK
Sunroof / panoramic roof glassN/A
Alloy wheels / rimsOK
Tyre brand / makeOK
Tyre size & specificationOK
Front left tyreOK
Front right tyreOK
Rear left tyreAttention
Rear right tyreAttention
Spare tyre / puncture kitOK
Tyre tread / uneven wearOK
Tyre age / manufacturing dateOK
Wheel alignment / balancing indicatorsOK

3. Engine / motor & under-hood14 checks

Engine bay / motor compartment conditionOK
Engine oil level / condition (if applicable)OK
Coolant level / conditionOK
Brake fluidOK
Transmission / gearbox fluid (if applicable)OK
Other fluid levelsOK
12V battery healthOK
High-voltage battery visual condition (EV/Hybrid)N/A
Visible leaksOK
Hoses / pipes / connectorsOK
Firewall / mounting areasOK
Engine / motor NVHOK
Signs of overheating / contaminationOK
Signs of tampering / modificationOK

4. Interior & cabin17 checks

Dashboard conditionOK
Door pads / trimsOK
Floor / carpet conditionOK
Water seepage / dampness / odourOK
All power windowsOK
Central lockingOK
Child locksOK
Front seatsOK
Rear / third-row seatsOK
Seat adjustment / powered seatsOK
Seat belts all positionsOK
Airbags visual indicatorsOK
Glove box / centre console / storageOK
Sunroof operationN/A
Interior wear vs odometerOK
Interior lightsOK
12V / USB / accessory socketsOK

5. Instrument cluster & warning systems12 checks

Instrument cluster displayOK
Odometer readingOK
Warning / tell-tale lightsOK
ABS warningOK
Airbag / SRS warningOK
Engine / powertrain warningOK
Battery / charging warning (EV/Hybrid)N/A
TPMS warningOK
Seat-belt warningOK
Door / boot open indicationOK
Other fault indicationsOK
OBD / diagnostic scanOK

6. Brakes, steering & suspension15 checks · 1 flagged

Brake pedal feelOK
Front brakesFail
Rear brakesOK
Parking brake / EPBOK
Brake noise / vibrationOK
Brake fluid conditionOK
Steering feedbackOK
Steering alignment / pullOK
Front suspensionOK
Rear suspensionOK
Shock absorbers / strutsOK
Suspension noiseOK
Ball joints / bushes / linkagesOK
Underbody impact / damageOK
Drive shafts / CV joints (if applicable)OK

7. Transmission & driveline10 checks

Clutch operation (manual)OK
Gear shift qualityOK
Automatic transmission operationN/A
Reverse engagementOK
Acceleration responseOK
Drive mode selectionOK
Driveline noise / vibrationOK
Vehicle movement in straight lineOK
AWD / 4WD operation (if equipped)N/A
Differential / transfer case signs (if applicable)N/A

8. Lights, wipers & driver controls18 checks

Headlight left low beamOK
Headlight left high beamOK
Headlight right low beamOK
Headlight right high beamOK
DRLsOK
Front fog lampsOK
Tail lampsOK
Front indicatorsOK
Rear indicatorsOK
Side indicatorsOK
Hazard lightsOK
Interior / cabin lightingOK
Left mirror controlsOK
Right mirror controlsOK
Front wiper motor / bladesOK
Rear wiper motor / bladeOK
Washer jets / fluidOK
HornOK

9. AC / climate control9 checks · 1 flagged

AC cooling performanceOK
AC heating performanceOK
Airflow strengthOK
Airflow direction controlsOK
Odour / cabin filter conditionAttention
Front defogger / demisterOK
Rear defoggerOK
Second-row AC (if equipped)N/A
Ventilated / heated seats (if equipped)N/A

10. Infotainment, cameras & ADAS13 checks

Infotainment displayOK
Touchscreen operationOK
Speakers front / rearOK
Bluetooth / smartphone connectivityOK
USB / charging portsOK
Steering-mounted controlsOK
Reverse cameraOK
Front parking sensorsOK
Rear parking sensorsOK
360° camera (if equipped)N/A
Auto-dimming IRVM (if equipped)N/A
ADAS functions (if equipped)N/A
Cruise control (if equipped)N/A

11. EV / hybrid system check13 checks

High-voltage battery State of ChargeN/A
Displayed driving rangeN/A
Range consistency / battery health indicatorsN/A
Charging port conditionN/A
Charging port lockN/A
AC charging operationN/A
DC fast charging operation (if available)N/A
Charging cable / portable chargerN/A
Regenerative brakingN/A
Drive mode / gear indicationN/A
EV system warning lightsN/A
12V auxiliary batteryN/A
Battery cooling / thermal system indicatorsN/A

12. Road test13 checks

Cold start / start-up behaviourOK
Engine / motor responseOK
AccelerationOK
Transmission behaviourOK
Braking performanceOK
Brake vibration / pullOK
Steering responseOK
Straight-line stabilityOK
Suspension over uneven roadsOK
Unusual noises / vibrationsOK
AC performance during driveOK
Warning lights during driveOK
Overall drivabilityOK

13. Boot, tools, keys & accessories12 checks

Boot / tailgate operationOK
Hood / bonnet operationOK
Fuel flap / charging lidOK
Jack & tool kitOK
Spare wheel / puncture repair kitOK
Warning triangle / safety kitOK
Number of keysOK
Key operationOK
Remote locking / unlockingOK
Owner's manualOK
Service records / invoices availableOK
Charger / accessories (if applicable)N/A

14. Document & history verification12 checks · 1 flagged

RC / registration detailsOK
VIN / chassis number matchOK
Insurance validityOK
Service history availableAttention
Service intervals / maintenance consistencyOK
Accident / repair history disclosedOK
Major component replacement historyOK
Loan / hypothecation status (as represented by seller)OK
Pending challans / legal checks (document review only)OK
Number of previous ownersOK
Odometer history / consistencyOK
Warranty / extended warranty detailsOK

15. Final observations & recommendations9 checks

Major defects identifiedOK
Safety-critical issuesOK
Immediate repairs recommendedOK
Repairs recommended within 3 monthsOK
Cosmetic / non-critical issuesOK
Parts likely requiring replacementOK
Estimated maintenance priorityOK
Additional diagnosis requiredOK
Buyer negotiation pointsOK

Disclaimer

This inspection reflects the condition of the vehicle at the time and location of inspection, based on visual inspection, available diagnostic checks and road-test observations where applicable. It is not a guarantee of future reliability or a substitute for a manufacturer-authorised technical inspection. Hidden defects, intermittent faults, internal component conditions and defects that cannot reasonably be detected during the inspection may not be identified. Service Geni is not responsible for subsequent failures, undisclosed history, misrepresentation by the seller, or defects that were not reasonably detectable at the time of inspection.

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