Decoding KIDI Vehicle Inspection Sheets: Programmatic Frame & Structural Damage Parsing

What is a KIDI Performance Inspection Sheet?

In South Korea, certified automotive inspectors evaluate every domestic vehicle registered on major dealer networks. The **Korea Insurance Development Institute (KIDI)** and state-approved inspection centers log damages across **68 distinct mechanical and structural points**.

For automotive importers and dealerships in Europe, Middle East, and Central Asia, programmatic access to these points prevents purchasing structurally compromised vehicles (such as flood damages or welded frame rails).

Structural Frame (주요골격) vs Outer Panels (외판부위)

The Korean inspection sheet distinguishes between cosmetic sheet metal repairs and major structural chassis damage:

1. Outer Panels (Rank 1 - Cosmetic / Bolt-on) - Front Hood (후드) - Front Fenders (프론트 휀더) - Doors (도어) - Trunk Lid (트렁크 리드) - Roof Panel (루프 패널)

*Note: Replacing a front fender or door does not legally classify the car as having an "Accident" in Korea; it is considered simple repair (무사고 / 단순수리).*

2. Major Structural Framework (Rank 2 & 3 - Safety Critical) - Crossmember (크로스멤버) - Inside Panel / Apron (인사이드 패널) - Front Side Member (프론트 사이드멤버) - Pillar A, B, C (필러 패널) - Floor Panel (플로어 패널) - Rear Fender / Quarter Panel (쿼터 패널 - welded, not bolted) - Package Tray & Trunk Floor (트렁크 플로어)

Querying Inspection Records via Rinevo

Rinevo parses the raw inspection canvas coordinates and Korean diagnostic codes into structured JSON:

{
  "inspection_status": "certified",
  "has_structural_accident": false,
  "has_simple_repair": true,
  "sheet_metal_repairs": [
    { "part": "Front Passenger Fender", "code": "X", "meaning": "Replaced" }
  ],
  "frame_repairs": [],
  "oil_leaks": {
    "engine_cylinder_head": "none",
    "transmission_fluid": "none",
    "steering_gear": "none"
  },
  "insurance_payouts": {
    "total_my_car_accidents": 1,
    "total_my_car_payout_krw": 450000,
    "total_other_car_payout_krw": 0
  }
}