Works with Gumtree
Check a Gumtree listing in 3 steps
- 1
Copy the link
5 sIn the Gumtree app: tap share on the ad, 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 Gumtree 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 Gumtree
Private sales
A private seller only has to describe the car accurately: if it breaks down after you buy, the bill is yours.
What to do
Check the engine's known faults and ask for invoices before you travel.
Vague listings
Engine size, power and gearbox are often missing from the title.
What to do
Carvizia finds the exact engine from the title, description and photos.
Scams
Prices far below market value, sellers who “can't meet”, deposits requested before a viewing.
What to do
Never pay a deposit before you've seen the car and its V5C logbook in person.
Frequently asked questions
About checking a Gumtree listing.
Can I check a Gumtree ad from the app?
Yes. Tap share on the ad, copy the link and paste it into Carvizia, on your phone or computer.
What if the Gumtree ad has been removed?
The link can no longer be read. You can enter the details by hand (model, year, engine, mileage, price) or upload screenshots of the ad from your analysis page.
What should I check before meeting a private seller?
Check the car's MOT history for free on GOV.UK (mileage and advisories), make sure the seller's name and address match the V5C logbook, and read the report's viewing checklist for this engine.