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A full CarGuard AI report — bodywork, engine, history, mileage and market value — built from a buyer's photos and checks.

This is a fictional example for illustration. Your report is generated from your own car's photos and checks.

CarGuard AI
6/15/2026, 10:30:00 AM

1. Vehicle information

2012 Peugeot 207

Mileage
127 000 km
Asking price
4 990 €
Seller
private
VIN
VF3WC5FW0CT123456
Country
FR

2. Inspection summary & scores

48/ 100
Global score
High risk
High risk

8 photos analyzed · All 8 photos usable

AI confidence: 80%

Accident / repair88/100
Alignment86/100
Paint / tone84/100
Symmetry85/100
Bumpers / lights88/100
Overall consistency86/100
Engine & mechanical42/100
Model risk60/100

No oil/coolant mixing signs, but the temperature climbs above normal in slow traffic and the coolant level is low — pointing to the cooling system itself (water pump, thermostat, radiator or fan). Left unchecked, overheating can destroy the engine. Have the cooling system pressure-tested before buying.

3. Negotiation arguments

Fair reduction to argue for

722 €1 000 €

Suggested target price

3 990 €4 268 €

Asking price: 4 990 €

We found 6 concrete, evidence-based reasons to negotiate — together worth 722 €–1 000 € off the asking price.

Mechanical point needing attention — Engine temperature

The "Engine temperature" check raised a concern — budget for diagnosis/repair and negotiate accordingly.

138 €320 €

Mechanical point needing attention — Coolant reservoir

The "Coolant reservoir" check raised a concern — budget for diagnosis/repair and negotiate accordingly.

120 €320 €

Priced above market value

Your asking price is about 290 € above our fair-value estimate for this age and mileage.

174 €290 €

Incomplete service history

Key documents (full service history) are missing — incomplete records justify a lower price.

100 €250 €

Wear & consumables provision

Tyres, brakes and other consumables wear with age and mileage — provision for the next replacements.

100 €192 €

Upcoming routine service

Build in the cost of the next routine service so it isn't a surprise after purchase.

90 €160 €

More points from the inspection

  • Pending cooling repair — quote pump/thermostat/radiator and deduct it.
  • Anchor low; overheating risk is serious.

Ready-to-send message

Thanks for the details. Based on a full CarGuard AI inspection, I'd like to offer 3 990 €. Mainly because of: mechanical point needing attention — engine temperature; mechanical point needing attention — coolant reservoir; priced above market value. I'm a serious buyer and ready to move quickly at a fair price.

Estimated reductions are indicative ranges to support your negotiation, not formal repair quotes. Use the inspection findings as your evidence.

4. Positive points

  • Tidy small car, honest body.
  • Oil and oil cap look clean (no mayonnaise).

5. Points to verify

  • Temperature rises above normal in slow traffic.
  • Coolant level low.
  • Possible water pump / thermostat / fan fault.
  • Risk of engine damage if it overheats.

6. Photo-by-photo analysis

Front viewQuality 92 · Risk 88 · Conf 90
  • Bumper, grille and badges aligned and consistent.
Rear viewQuality 92 · Risk 88 · Conf 90
  • Tailgate gaps even on both sides.
Left sideQuality 92 · Risk 88 · Conf 90
  • Door gaps consistent; uniform paint reflection.
Right sideQuality 92 · Risk 88 · Conf 90
  • No tone mismatch along the body line.
Front-left 3/4Quality 92 · Risk 88 · Conf 90
  • Panel gaps consistent around the front-left corner.
Front-right 3/4Quality 92 · Risk 88 · Conf 90
  • Fender and door alignment normal.
Rear-left 3/4Quality 92 · Risk 88 · Conf 90
  • Bumper-to-quarter gap even.
Rear-right 3/4Quality 92 · Risk 88 · Conf 90
  • Reflector seated correctly; no overspray.

7. Questions to ask the seller

  • Does it overheat in traffic or on the motorway?
  • When was the coolant last changed / topped up?
  • Has the water pump or thermostat been replaced?
  • Does the cooling fan kick in?

9. Recommended next steps

  • Pressure-test the cooling system and check the fan operation.
  • Inspect the water pump and thermostat.

Engine Start Audio Analysis

Normal sound
Engine audio score: 78/100 · Quality: 88/100 · 24s

File: engine-start.m4a

Engine sound is normal — the concern is the temperature behaviour and low coolant, not the engine noise.

Detected sounds

Normal startup
low · 84%

Engine sound is normal — the concern is the temperature behaviour and low coolant, not the engine noise.

The startup sound appears normal in the provided audio. No obvious suspicious noise was detected. This does not guarantee engine condition.

Questions to ask the seller

  • Does it overheat in traffic or on the motorway?
  • When was the coolant last changed / topped up?

This report is AI-generated from the supplied photos and checks. It is a preliminary screening tool and does not replace a professional inspection. Fictional example for illustration.

11. Engine & Mechanical Check

Moderate to high risk
Engine & mechanical: 42/100

Temperature rises above normal at low speed with a low coolant level — a cooling-system fault that risks the engine.

Engine temperature

Runs hot at low speed.

38
Coolant reservoir

Low coolant — find where it goes.

50

Several findings may suggest a mechanical issue. A professional mechanic inspection is recommended before purchase.

Questions to ask the seller

  • Does it overheat in traffic or on the motorway?
  • When was the coolant last changed / topped up?

This report is AI-generated from the supplied photos and checks. It is a preliminary screening tool and does not replace a professional inspection. Fictional example for illustration.

12. Vehicle History (recalls & complaints)

Source: NHTSA · 2012 Peugeot 207

Prince (EP6) 1.6 engines have known cooling and timing weaknesses.

This report is AI-generated from the supplied photos and checks. It is a preliminary screening tool and does not replace a professional inspection. Fictional example for illustration.

14. Mileage consistency

Mileage looks consistent
9,071 km/yr

Heuristic estimate based on age and recorded readings. Confirm with service history and a professional check.

17. Market value (estimate)

Asking price

4 990 €

Estimated fair range

3 600 € 4 700 €

Above market for the age & mileage — room to negotiate

Heuristic estimate from the asking price adjusted for age and mileage — not an official valuation. Use it as a negotiation guide.

18. Supporting documents

2/5 provided · 1/2 key documents

  • Registration / title (V5C, carte grise, US title)key
  • Maintenance records / service bookkey
  • Technical inspection (MOT / CT / state inspection)
  • Vehicle history report (Carfax, Histovec…)
  • Purchase invoice / bill of sale

Documents are recorded as provided to strengthen confidence; their content is the buyer's responsibility and should be verified with the seller and authorities.

Disclaimer. This report is AI-generated from the supplied photos and checks. It is a preliminary screening tool and does not replace a professional inspection. Fictional example for illustration.

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