AUTOXPERT STARTER KITS

Build a Beginner Diagnostics Kit

Start with your exact vehicle and the information you want to read. Compare the two scanner options below, then choose one only after checking the maker’s coverage. Neither option is preselected or confirmed compatible.

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Plan your spend

Enter prices you see at the retailer, including VAT. No live prices are available here. Your target is a limit you choose, not a promise that this list costs that amount.

Select items and enter current prices to calculate your estimate.

Choose one scanner

Choose one scanner below. These are alternatives, not a two-scanner bundle. Neither is confirmed compatible with your vehicle. Check coverage before selecting; use the scanner buying helper if you are unsure.

Check the exact device generation, vehicle and system coverage, phone support, included access and any plan or credit costs.

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Diagnostics

OBDeleven

Explore vehicle diagnostics and available customisation features. Use the official vehicle checker to confirm what your car supports.

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Check the current package, exact vehicle functions, phone support and any app subscription or renewal costs. Check acceptance of AMJC10 at the owner-supplied retailer link; no discount amount is promised.

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Diagnostics

Carly Universal Scanner

Explore diagnostic features through Carly’s scanner and companion app. Check the available functions for your exact car before buying.

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Equipment to allow for

You need a compatible phone, the official app and access required for your intended task. Compare the first year of ownership: add app access, subscriptions or credits you actually need plus delivery to the allowance, unless already included in your entered package price. Do not count the same charge twice.

Before you start

Follow the scanner and vehicle instructions. Save exact codes and symptom notes before changing anything. A fault code is a clue, not proof that a named part has failed. Clearing codes does not repair a fault; seek qualified diagnosis for unfamiliar or safety-related problems.

First scan: what to record before clearing codes →

Guidance reviewed 21 October 2026. Check the current product label and supplier details. Prices, variants and stock can change.

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Plan your next step

Choose equipment for tasks within your ability, or contact a suitable specialist about your vehicle. Review sources and current business details before booking.

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