Works with CarGurus
Check a CarGurus listing in 3 steps
- 1
Copy the link
5 sIn the CarGurus app: tap share on the listing, then copy the link. On a computer: copy the page address.
- 2
Paste it into Carvizia
2 sOne bar, no registration number or form to fill in.
- 3
Read the verdict
≈ 1 minExact engine, known faults, upcoming maintenance and how much to negotiate.
Everything the listing doesn't tell you
A full report for every CarGurus listing, ready in about a minute. Extracts from the sample report: Volkswagen Polo 2015.
A clear verdict
Reliability score and decision at a glance.
The exact engine's known faults
Identified for the listing's precise engine, with their severity and cost.
- Timing belt tensioner£450 – £500Critical
- Water pump leaks£300High
- Touchscreen faults£350Medium
Maintenance coming up
This engine's next service items, costed in the report.
A price to negotiate
The market value and costed arguments to put to the seller.
Viewing checklist
- Squeal from the belt area on a cold start
- Coolant leaks around the thermostat
- Touchscreen responds normally
Tax and running costs
Vehicle tax (VED) and the costs of buying this car, estimated from its details.
Manufacturer recalls
Official recalls to check with the seller.
What to watch on CarGurus
Deal rating
The rating compares prices only: it doesn't know about this engine's faults.
What to do
Read the rating alongside the report's known faults and maintenance costs.
Time on the market
A car that has been listed for weeks may have a reason it hasn't sold.
What to do
Use the time on market and the report's costed faults to negotiate.
Dealer add-ons
Admin fees, paint protection or warranties can be added on top of the advertised price.
What to do
Ask for the full on-the-road price in writing before you visit.
Frequently asked questions
About checking a CarGurus listing.
What does Carvizia add to the CarGurus deal rating?
The deal rating compares the price with similar cars. Carvizia looks at the car itself: its exact engine, known faults, maintenance due and their cost, then gives a fair price.
Does it work with CarGurus in other countries?
Yes. Paste the link of any CarGurus listing; on the UK site, the report uses UK prices and terms.
Is the report useful for a dealer car?
Yes. A dealer warranty covers some faults for a limited time; the report shows which ones this engine is known for and what's due after the warranty ends.