Works with eBay Motors
Check an eBay Motors listing in 3 steps
- 1
Copy the link
5 sIn the eBay 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 eBay Motors 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 eBay Motors
Auction pressure
The last minutes of an auction push you to bid above what the car is worth.
What to do
Set your maximum bid from the report's fair price and stick to it.
Buying at a distance
Collection only, long journeys: hard to see the car before committing.
What to do
Ask the seller to view before the auction ends, or arrange an inspection.
Payment scams
Sellers asking you to pay outside eBay, by bank transfer, for a car you haven't seen.
What to do
Stay within eBay's process and never send money before seeing the car and its logbook.
Frequently asked questions
About checking an eBay Motors listing.
Can I analyse an eBay auction before bidding?
Yes. Paste the listing link: the report is ready in about a minute, with a fair price you can use to set your maximum bid.
Is an eBay winning bid binding?
eBay treats a winning bid as a commitment to buy. Check the car and its known faults before bidding, not after winning.
Does the report replace an inspection?
No. It tells you which faults this engine is known for and what to check; a physical inspection confirms the condition of this particular car.