# Your Eyes on the Ground > https://www.xglobal-trade.com/case-studies/ev-inspection-china/ > Last updated: September 13, 2026 Inspection ยท Quality. Published June 17, 2026. How XGT Conducted a 300-Point EV Inspection in China So a Father Could Give His Daughter the Perfect Wedding Gift ## Executive summary A senior Egyptian client wanted to purchase a used electric vehicle from a Chinese supplier as a wedding gift for his daughter. The vehicle was in China. He was in Egypt. The supplier spoke only Chinese. And he was not willing to release full payment until he knew, with certainty, that the car was exactly what it was represented to be. XGT sent a team member to China, conducted a 300-checkpoint physical inspection at a certified workshop, performed an OBD diagnostic scan covering battery health, motor performance, charging system, and gearbox condition, and managed a full trilingual meeting in Arabic, English, and Chinese between the client, XGT, and the Chinese engineer on the ground. The car was verified, 4,000km on the odometer, fully sound, no registered errors. The client paid with confidence. The car arrived in time for the wedding. ## Project overview - Product: Used Electric Vehicle - Origin: China - Destination: Egypt - Client Profile: Senior private individual, personal import - Purchase Occasion: Wedding gift - Inspection Location: Certified workshop, China - Inspection Scope: 300 checkpoints + OBD diagnostic - Languages: Arabic, English, Chinese - XGT Role: Inspection coordination, trilingual representation, supplier meeting - Payment Structure: Deposit before inspection, full payment after XGT verification ## What was the challenge? Buying a used vehicle from a supplier in a foreign country, without seeing it, is a significant risk. For this client, the stakes were both financial and personal. The challenges were clear: - The vehicle was located in China, the client could not travel to inspect it personally - The supplier communicated only in Chinese, direct negotiation or inspection was not possible without professional translation - A used EV carries specific technical risks: battery degradation, hidden mechanical issues, inaccurate mileage, undisclosed accident history - Full payment was required to release the vehicle for shipping, the client needed certainty before committing - The purchase was for a specific personal occasion, a wedding gift, with a time-sensitive delivery requirement ## How did XGT solve it? XGT provided a complete on-the-ground representation service in China on behalf of the client. ### Physical Inspection, 300 Checkpoints A certified Chinese automotive engineer conducted a structured 300-point inspection of the vehicle covering exterior condition, interior condition, structural integrity, electrical systems, and mechanical components. A full written report was produced. ### OBD Diagnostic Scan XGT connected a diagnostic tool to the vehicle's OBD port to read all registered system data, including battery health, motor condition, charging system performance, and gearbox status. Any stored error codes would have been flagged immediately. None were found. ### Mileage and History Verification The odometer was verified at 4,000km, consistent with the vehicle's represented condition. ### Trilingual Meeting XGT's China-based agent, fluent in Arabic, English, and Chinese, managed the full meeting between the client (remote), XGT, and the Chinese engineer. Every technical finding was communicated clearly and accurately across all three languages. ### Verification Report Delivered The client received a complete inspection report before making any final payment decision. ## Execution process 1. Client identified a used EV from a Chinese supplier 2. Deposit paid, full payment held pending inspection 3. XGT coordinated inspection appointment at certified workshop in China 4. XGT team member attended inspection in person alongside Chinese automotive engineer 5. 300-point physical inspection conducted, full written report produced 6. OBD diagnostic scan performed, battery, motor, charging, gearbox assessed 7. Odometer verified, 4,000km confirmed 8. Trilingual meeting held, findings communicated in Arabic, English, and Chinese 9. No errors registered, no issues identified, vehicle verified as sound 10. Client authorized full payment 11. Vehicle shipped to Egypt, delivered ahead of the wedding ## What did the results look like? - Inspection checkpoints: 300, full pass - OBD diagnostic: No errors registered - Odometer reading: 4,000km, verified and consistent - Battery health: Sound - Motor and gearbox: No issues detected - Client decision: Full payment authorized with confidence - Delivery: On time for the occasion - Client peace of mind: Complete ## Key takeaways - Remote purchasing from international suppliers carries real risks, professional on-the-ground inspection eliminates them - Language barriers in international supplier meetings are a business risk, XGT's trilingual capability turns them into a non-issue - An OBD diagnostic scan is the most reliable way to assess a used EV's true technical condition, XGT includes this as standard - XGT's inspection service is not limited to commercial importers, individual buyers making significant international purchases deserve the same professional representation ## Frequently asked questions ### Can XGT conduct a pre-shipment inspection on my behalf in China? Yes. XGT can arrange professional inspection services at certified workshops or factories across China, covering physical inspection, technical diagnostics, quality checks, and full reporting. ### What does a 300-point vehicle inspection cover? It covers all major systems and components, exterior body condition, interior condition, electrical systems, mechanical components, structural integrity, and vehicle history indicators. For EVs, this is complemented by an OBD diagnostic scan. ### What is an OBD diagnostic scan and why does it matter for used EVs? An OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) scan reads the vehicle's computer data, revealing any stored error codes, system faults, or performance anomalies in the battery, motor, charging system, and drivetrain. It gives you objective technical data, not just a visual impression. ### Does XGT provide trilingual support in supplier meetings? Yes. XGT's China-based team includes agents fluent in Arabic, English, and Chinese, enabling full communication between Egyptian clients and Chinese suppliers or engineers with no information lost in translation. ### Can XGT represent me at a supplier meeting even if I am not importing through XGT? Yes. XGT's inspection and supplier representation services can be engaged independently. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements. ### Is this service only for vehicles or does XGT inspect other types of goods? XGT provides pre-shipment inspection and supplier representation for a wide range of products, including machinery, industrial equipment, consumer goods, and manufacturing inputs. Any product you want verified before payment, we can assess on your behalf.