Independent Used Car Inspection in Spain — From €149
Independent, mobile used car inspections across Spain. Full mechanical check, OBD diagnostics, accident damage assessment, and DGT paperwork verification — protecting your money before you commit. AutoGuard Spain comes directly to the vehicle, delivers a detailed written report within 24 hours, and charges from €149 — significantly less than competitors.
Avoid Costly Mistakes When Buying a Used Car in Spain
Spain has one of Europe’s most active used car markets — and one of its most complex for foreign buyers. With hundreds of thousands of vehicles changing hands across the country each year, the risks of buying a car with hidden problems, clocked mileage, outstanding finance debts, or undisclosed accident damage are real, common, and expensive to discover after the purchase.
For expats, international buyers, and anyone unfamiliar with Spain’s DGT vehicle registration system, the risks are amplified. Language barriers make it easy for sellers to obscure a vehicle’s true history. Unfamiliarity with Spanish paperwork means critical warning signs go unnoticed. And the pressure of needing a vehicle quickly — especially after a recent move to Spain — can lead buyers to commit before carrying out the checks that could save them thousands of euros.
AutoGuard Spain provides independent used car inspections across Spain. We come directly to the vehicle — wherever it is located — and carry out a thorough, professional assessment before you spend a single euro. Our mobile service covers the entire Costa del Sol as standard, with inspections across wider Spain available on request.
Our inspections are 100% independent. We work exclusively for the buyer, never the seller, and our report gives you a clear, honest picture of exactly what you are buying — and what it is genuinely worth.
What our inspection includes:
- Full mechanical inspection (engine, gearbox, suspension, brakes)
- Diagnostic scan for fault codes (OBD)
- Accident and structural damage checks
- Visual inspection of all major components
- DGT check — finance debts, embargos, legal status
- Verification of documentation and VIN
- Detailed written report: buy, negotiate or walk away
Why AutoGuard
Why Choose AutoGuard Spain for Your Used Car Inspection?
When it comes to used car inspections in Spain, not all services are equal — and price is not the only difference. AutoGuard Spain combines competitive pricing, genuine independence, and deep local knowledge of the Spanish automotive market to give buyers a level of protection that more expensive services consistently fail to deliver.
- Price: AutoGuard Spain’s used car inspections start from €149. The same service from leading competitors costs between €195 and €265 — a saving of up to €116 on a single inspection, before you have even started negotiating on the price of the car itself.
- Independence: AutoGuard Spain has no commercial relationship with any dealership, seller, workshop, or finance company in Spain. We are paid exclusively by the person commissioning the inspection. Our only interest is in giving you an accurate, unbiased assessment of the vehicle.
- DGT Checks: Every inspection includes verification of the vehicle’s legal and financial status through Spain’s DGT system. We check for outstanding finance debts, legal embargos, ownership disputes, and ITV history gaps — issues that a mechanical inspection alone will never reveal, but which can result in a purchased vehicle being repossessed or impounded.
- What We Check: Our inspectors carry out a comprehensive assessment of the engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, and steering. We run a full OBD diagnostic scan to identify fault codes across all electronic systems. We assess accident and structural damage, check panel alignment, inspect paintwork for evidence of hidden repairs, and verify VIN numbers against documentation.
- Report: You receive a clear, detailed written report within 24 hours — with a straightforward recommendation: buy at the asking price, negotiate a reduction based on the findings, or walk away entirely.
- Languages: Our service is available in English, Spanish, and German — essential for the large British, Irish, and German expat communities buying used cars across Spain every year.
You don’t need to be present at the inspection. We arrange access directly with the seller, carry out the full assessment, and deliver your report promptly and professionally.
OUR AREAS
Independent Used Car Inspection Across Spain
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COSTA DEL SOL
Used Car Inspection Services in Costa del Sol
Book your used car inspection on the Costa del Sol today
Ready to protect your money before buying a used car in Spain? Contact AutoGuard Spain today via WhatsApp or phone to book your independent inspection. We cover the entire Costa del Sol as standard, with wider Spain coverage available on request. Independent inspections from €149 — significantly less than competitors. Fast availability, honest reports, and professional service you can trust.