Chassis Inspection
The chassis or body structure is what protects you in a crash, and it is also where a poorly repaired accident hides. A chassis inspection looks for evidence that the structure has been bent, cut, welded or replaced, because that changes both safety and resale value.
From AED 299Written quote after diagnosis, before work startsConvenience fee applicable · shown on your written quote
- About 45-60 minutes
- Can be done at your location
- Convenience fee applicable · shown on your written quote
- Diagnosis free with repair
How we do chassis inspection
- 1
Gaps, lines and paint
We check panel gaps along the doors, bonnet and boot, the lines of the roof and pillars, and look for overspray on rubbers, trim and inside door shuts.
- 2
Under the bonnet and boot
The radiator support, inner wings, strut towers and boot floor are inspected for weld marks, non-original sealer, kinks and tool marks on bolts.
- 3
Underbody and suspension mounting points
On a lift or with inspection lights we look at the chassis rails, floor pans, sills and suspension pickup points for straightening marks, creases and previous repairs.
- 4
Findings and implications
The written report separates cosmetic repairs from structural ones, and explains what each could mean for safety, insurance and resale, with photos where useful.
Why get a chassis inspection
- The car pulls to one side or the steering wheel is off-centre when driving straight
- One tyre is wearing on the inner or outer edge more than the others
- Doors, bonnet or boot do not close flush with their neighbours
- Colour or texture of paint looks slightly different between panels
- The seller is vague about why the car is priced below the market
- An airbag or stability warning that the seller dismisses as a minor fault
What usually causes it
Collision damage repaired out of sight
A front or rear impact can bend the crush rails and radiator support. A cheap repair may pull them back roughly, leaving subtle gaps and mismatched welds.
Flood or water exposure
Silt, rust in unusual places and damp carpet under the seat rails show a car has stood in water. Electronics and structure can both suffer.
Replaced panels and cut sections
A swapped front end or a rear quarter replaced by welding leaves seam sealer that differs from the factory pattern, and fresh coatings in hidden corners.
Corrosion and fatigue
Underbody rust is less common here than in wet countries, but coastal humidity and cars imported from abroad can still bring it.
In Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman
Many cars in the market have been accident-repaired at some point, and some were imported from auction. Shops that repaint a whole car in a day are plentiful here, so a good-looking finish proves nothing. Cars that have been through the Gulf's occasional flash floods are another thing to check.
Questions about chassis inspection
Is an accident-repaired car always a bad buy?
No. A well-repaired cosmetic repair may be fine at the right price. A structural repair done poorly is the real danger. We distinguish between them in the report.
Can you tell if airbags have gone off?
Often. Fresh trim, a replaced steering wheel or dashboard panel and stored crash data are all clues. A diagnostic scan also shows crash-related fault memory.
Does a clean vehicle history report prove the chassis is straight?
No. Unreported repairs exist, and history records rely on what was declared. A physical inspection is the only way to see what was actually done.
Is this separate from the full inspection?
The chassis check is a core part of our inspection plans. You can ask for it as the focus if the car is a concern for accident history above all else.
Can I use the findings to claim anything from the seller?
The report is evidence of what we saw on the day. Whether that supports a price reduction or a refusal to buy is up to you, and we do not negotiate with the seller for you.
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