How to Inspect a Used Car with AI in 15 Minutes (SKANYX Step-by-Step)

You found a used car. The seller says it's perfect. But is it? You need to know fast—before someone else buys it.

SKANYX can inspect a used car in 15 minutes using AI-powered diagnostics. This quick guide shows you exactly what to do.

Why 15 Minutes?

Traditional PPI:

• Mechanic appointment: 1-2 days wait
• Inspection time: 30-60 minutes
• Cost: €150-300
• Total: Days + €150-300

SKANYX AI:

• No appointment needed
• Inspection time: 15 minutes
• Cost: €24.99 one-time (PPI feature) or €69/year (Pro subscription includes diagnostic scans)
• Total: 15 minutes + €24.99 (PPI) or €69/year (Pro)

You Save:

• Time: Days → 15 minutes
• Money: €150-300 → €24.99 one-time (PPI) or €69/year (Pro subscription)
• Convenience: Appointment → Anytime

What You'll Need

Equipment:

• SKANYX adapter (OBD2)
• Phone or tablet with SKANYX app
• 15 minutes
• Access to car's OBD2 port

Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of health scores
• Know what codes mean (AI Chat helps)
• Understand red flags

The 15-Minute Inspection

Minute 1-2: Connect and Scan

What to Do:

1. Locate OBD2 port (usually under dashboard, driver's side)
2. Connect SKANYX adapter
3. Open SKANYX app
4. Start diagnostic scan

What Happens:

• SKANYX scans OBD2 fault codes and monitors live data
• ⏳ Advanced diagnostics (40+ modules) - coming 2026
• Analyzes vehicle data
• Generates health score
• Identifies problems

What to Watch:

• Scan completes (usually 2-3 minutes)
• Health score appears
• Codes are identified

Minute 3-5: Review Health Score

What to Check:

• Overall health score (0-100)
• System status
• Active codes count
• Critical issues

What It Means:

• 70-100: Good condition (green)
• 40-70: Fair condition (yellow - investigate)
• 0-40: Poor condition (red - walk away)

Quick Decision:

• Score 70+: Proceed
• Score 40-70: Investigate further
• Score <40: Walk away

Minute 6-8: Check Active Codes

What to Check:

• Active diagnostic codes
• What they mean
• Severity of problems

What to Look For:

• 0 codes: Good sign
• 1-2 minor codes: Investigate
• 3+ codes or critical codes: Red flag

Use AI Chat:

• Ask: "What does [code] mean?"
• Get plain English explanation
• Understand severity
• Get cost estimates

Minute 9-11: Review Stored Codes

What to Check:

• Historical codes
• Past problems
• Recurring issues

What to Look For:

• Few stored codes: Normal
• Many stored codes: Past problems
• Recurring codes: Chronic issues
• Codes cleared recently: Possible tampering

Red Flags:

• Many codes cleared right before sale
• Recurring critical codes
• Evidence of problems

Minute 12-13: Check AI Predictions

What to Check:

• Failure predictions
• Maintenance needs
• Future problems

What to Look For:

• No critical predictions: Good
• Some predictions: Factor into decision
• Critical predictions: Red flag

Use Predictions:

• Factor into purchase price
• Plan for future repairs
• Negotiate if needed

Minute 14-15: Make Decision

What to Do:

1. Review all findings
2. Get cost estimates
3. Make purchase decision
4. Negotiate if needed

Decision Matrix:

• Health 70+, 0 codes, no predictions: Buy
• Health 40-70, some codes, some predictions: Negotiate
• Health <40, many codes, critical predictions: Walk away

Quick Checklist

15-Minute Inspection:

• [ ] Connect SKANYX (1-2 min)
• [ ] Review health score (2-3 min)
• [ ] Check active codes (2-3 min)
• [ ] Review stored codes (2-3 min)
• [ ] Check predictions (2-3 min)
• [ ] Make decision (1-2 min)

Total: 15 minutes

Real-World Example

The Car

2018 Honda Civic

• Price: €12,000
• Mileage: 60,000 km
• Looks: Clean

15-Minute Inspection

Minute 1-2: Scan

• Connected SKANYX
• Scan completed
• Health score: 78

Minute 3-5: Health Score

• Score: 78 (good)
• Systems: All normal
• Verdict: Proceed

Minute 6-8: Active Codes

• Active codes: 0
• Verdict: Good

Minute 9-11: Stored Codes

• Stored codes: 1 (P0442 - minor EVAP leak, cleared)
• Verdict: Minor, acceptable

Minute 12-13: Predictions

• Predictions: None critical
• Verdict: Good

Minute 14-15: Decision

• Overall: Good condition
• No major problems
• Decision: Buy
• Negotiated: €11,800 (used minor code)

What SKANYX Catches in 15 Minutes

Problems Caught

1. Hidden Codes

• Codes cleared before sale
• Stored codes reveal past
• SKANYX detects tampering

2. System Failures

• Engine problems
• Transmission issues
• Electrical faults
• ABS problems

3. Health Issues

• Low overall health
• Multiple problems
• Critical failures

4. Future Problems

• Failure predictions
• Maintenance needs
• Cost estimates

Problems Missed (Need Mechanic)

1. Physical Damage

• Body damage
• Rust
• Paint issues
• Frame damage

2. Mechanical Wear

• Brake pad wear (visual)
• Tire condition
• Suspension wear
• Physical components

3. Test Drive Issues

• Feel and sound
• Handling
• Comfort
• Driving experience

Best Approach:

• Use SKANYX for data/computer issues
• Use mechanic for physical inspection
• Combine both for complete picture

Red Flags to Watch For

Immediate Walk-Away Signs

1. Health Score <40

• Critical condition
• Multiple failures
• Expensive repairs

2. Multiple Active Codes

• 3+ active codes
• Critical codes (P0300, P0420, etc.)
• System failures

3. Evidence of Tampering

• Codes cleared recently
• Health score doesn't match condition
• Suspicious patterns

4. Critical Predictions

• Major failures predicted
• Expensive repairs needed
• Unsafe to drive

Yellow Flags (Investigate)

1. Health Score 40-70

• Fair condition
• Some issues
• Needs investigation

2. Some Active Codes

• 1-2 codes
• Minor issues
• May be fixable

3. Some Predictions

• Non-critical predictions
• Future maintenance
• Factor into price

Tips for Success

Before Inspection

1. Be Prepared

• Bring SKANYX
• Charge device
• Know what to check

2. Plan Time

• Allow 15-20 minutes
• Don't rush
• Be thorough

During Inspection

1. Follow Steps

• Don't skip steps
• Check everything
• Take notes

2. Use AI Chat

• Ask questions
• Get explanations
• Understand problems

After Inspection

1. Review Findings

• Check all data
• Review predictions
• Get cost estimates

2. Make Decision

• Use all information
• Factor in costs
• Negotiate if needed

The Bottom Line

15-Minute Inspection:

• Connect and scan (2 min)
• Review health score (3 min)
• Check codes (3 min)
• Review predictions (3 min)
• Make decision (2 min)

What You Get:

• Comprehensive data analysis
• Health score assessment
• Problem identification
• Cost estimates
• Purchase decision support

Best Practice:

• Use SKANYX for quick inspection
• Follow all steps
• Don't skip anything
• Make informed decision

Try SKANYX 15-Minute Inspection

Don't buy blind. Inspect any used car in 15 minutes with SKANYX AI.

Why SKANYX:

• 15-minute inspection
• AI-powered analysis
• Catches hidden problems
• Saves time and money

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