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Are you worried about buying a lemon when second hand vehicle shopping? Not sure who to trust or where to start to ensure you aren't buying a vehicle that has so many issues that the cost of repairs will outweigh the vehicles value? Then it is worth investing in our pre-purchase vehicle inspection. Despite the name, a pre-purchase vehicle inspection is also a great idea when you are about to set off on a long trip in your vehicle and you need a trained eye to go over the vehicle in-depth and try to spot any problems that may cause you issues on your trip.
 

In our Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection, we do a mostly visual inspection of;
 

ENGINE AND EXHAUST

Items checked (If fitted)

• Engine Oil Condition

• Visible Engine Mounts

• Air Cleaner Housing

• Belts/Electric Fans/Switches & Sensors

• Scan Vehicle Control Units

• Engine Operational Noises

• Visible Engine Oil Leaks

• Intake Manifolds/Exhaust Manifolds (Where Visible)

• A/C Compressor Checked for engagement only.

• Rocker Cover/Timing Cover/Sump (Where visible)

• Power Steering Operation only

• Exhaust Rattles/Brackets (Internals of mufflers/catalytic converters cannot be accurately assessed. This is

a external visual assessment)

COOLING SYSTEM

items checked (If fitted)

• Coolant/Coolant Cap

• Fan

• Radiator/Radiator Hoses

• Radiator Reservoir

• Heater Hoses/Heater Valve

• Thermostat Housing

• Welsh Plugs

• Coolant system Pressure Test (Cooling System Leaks)

• Inhibitor concentrate

ELECTRICAL 
Items checked (If fitted)

• Battery components

• Horn

• Starter Motor

• Alternator and Charge rate

• Visible wiring

• Fuse Box Cover

FUEL SYSTEM 

items checked (If fitted)

• Fuel Pipes/Hoses

• Filter and Clamps

• Filler and Cap

• Fuel Tank and Mounts

• Damage and Leaks

STEERING AND SUSPENSION
items checked (If fitted)

• Inspect Steering & Suspension components

TYRES AND WHEELS
items checked (If fitted)

• Tyre Wear

• Wheel Rim Condition

• Tyre Life Remaining

 

BRAKING SYSTEMS

items checked (If fitted)

• Brake Master Cylinder

• Brake Booster

• Brake Fluid

• Brake Hoses

• Handbrake Mechanism

• Security of components

• Visual inspection Brake Callipers and Disc brake rotors

• Brake Pads - If Visible

TRANSMISSION
items checked (If fitted)

• Transmission Cooling Lines

• Tailshaft Center Bearing

• Gearbox Cross Member

• Gear Shift and Selectors

• Uni Joints & Couplings

• Gearbox Mounts

• Driveline Oil Leaks

• CV - Joint Dust Boots

• Clutch Cable/Hydraulic Cylinders

• Transmission Fluids (If Visible

• 4x4 Components

• Transfer Shift

• Hub/Diff Locks

• Front Diff

• Swivel Hub Seals

• Transfer Case

• Oil Leaks

INTERIOR

Items checked if fitted.

• Warning Lights

• Keys/Remotes (If Sighted)

• Hazard Lights

• Dashboard

• Driver Controls

• Gauges

• Air Conditioning Controls Heater/Ventilation System

• Windscreen/Wipers/Washer

• Boot & Fuel Release interior

• Pedal Rubbers

• Door Trims/Locks/Handles

• Window Operation & Switches

• Seat Belts

VEHICLE MANAGEMENT SCAN
• Scan for Codes