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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.
1. Vehicle information
2017 Peugeot 3008
- Mileage
- 121 000 km
- Asking price
- 14 490 €
- Seller
- private
- VIN
- VF3MJBHZ0HS123456
- Country
- FR
2. Inspection summary & scores
8 photos analyzed · All 8 photos usable
A clean SUV mainly used in town — exactly the usage that clogs a diesel particulate filter. Black smoke under acceleration, an emissions warning light and a history of short trips point to a saturated DPF and possibly a sticking EGR valve. Regeneration or replacement can be costly. Confirm DPF soot load on a diagnostic tool before buying.
3. Negotiation arguments
Fair reduction to argue for
850 € – 1 000 €
Suggested target price
13 490 € – 13 640 €
Asking price: 14 490 €
We found 7 concrete, evidence-based reasons to negotiate — together worth 850 €–1 000 € off the asking price.
Mechanical point needing attention — Dashboard lights
The "Dashboard lights" check raised a concern — budget for diagnosis/repair and negotiate accordingly.
Mechanical point needing attention — Exhaust & rev-up
The "Exhaust & rev-up" check raised a concern — budget for diagnosis/repair and negotiate accordingly.
Abnormal engine sound
An abnormal sound (rough idle) was detected — a strong lever pending a mechanic's confirmation.
Priced above market value
Your asking price is about 690 € above our fair-value estimate for this age and mileage.
Incomplete service history
Key documents (full service history) are missing — incomplete records justify a lower price.
Wear & consumables provision
Tyres, brakes and other consumables wear with age and mileage — provision for the next replacements.
Upcoming routine service
Build in the cost of the next routine service so it isn't a surprise after purchase.
More points from the inspection
- Pending DPF/EGR work — get a diagnostic and deduct cleaning/replacement (often €400–1,500).
- Anchor below asking given the warning light.
Ready-to-send message
“Thanks for the details. Based on a full CarGuard AI inspection, I'd like to offer 13 490 €. Mainly because of: mechanical point needing attention — dashboard lights; mechanical point needing attention — exhaust & rev-up; abnormal engine sound. 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
- Clean, straight body.
- Interior in good condition.
5. Points to verify
- Black smoke under acceleration.
- Emissions/anti-pollution warning light.
- Mostly short urban trips (DPF-unfriendly).
- Price above value given the pending DPF risk.
6. Photo-by-photo analysis
- Bumper, grille and badges aligned and consistent.
- Tailgate gaps even on both sides.
- Door gaps consistent; uniform paint reflection.
- No tone mismatch along the body line.
- Panel gaps consistent around the front-left corner.
- Fender and door alignment normal.
- Bumper-to-quarter gap even.
- Reflector seated correctly; no overspray.
7. Questions to ask the seller
- Is the emissions light on now or intermittent?
- Mostly town or motorway driving?
- Has the DPF/EGR ever been cleaned or replaced?
- Any forced regenerations or limp mode?
9. Recommended next steps
- Read the DPF soot load and EGR fault codes with a diagnostic tool.
- Do a motorway run to attempt a regeneration and watch the light.
Engine Start Audio Analysis
File: engine-start.m4a
Idle is slightly rough; the main concern is visible black smoke and the emissions light rather than the sound itself.
Detected sounds
Idle is slightly rough; the main concern is visible black smoke and the emissions light rather than the sound itself.
Suspicious sounds may suggest a mechanical issue. A professional mechanic inspection is recommended before purchase.
Questions to ask the seller
- Is the emissions light on now or intermittent?
- Mostly town or motorway driving?
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
Signs of a saturated DPF and possibly a sticking EGR: black smoke and an emissions light. Engine internals seem otherwise fine.
Emissions light stayed on after start.
Black smoke under load — consistent with DPF/EGR issues.
Several findings may suggest a mechanical issue. A professional mechanic inspection is recommended before purchase.
Questions to ask the seller
- Is the emissions light on now or intermittent?
- Mostly town or motorway driving?
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 · 2017 Peugeot 3008
Town-used diesels frequently suffer DPF saturation; check the regeneration history.
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
Heuristic estimate based on age and recorded readings. Confirm with service history and a professional check.
17. Market value (estimate)
Asking price
14 490 €
Estimated fair range
11 500 € – 13 800 €
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.
Analysis reliability: 83%
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