Our engineers carry out different checks depending on the type of vehicle inspection you book.
Find out which checks are included in each type of inspection.
Vehicle Inspection Report
See what's included in our reports
Find out what gets checked in a Vehicle Inspection
| Body exterior | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panel condition/alignment | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Paintwork | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Exterior trim | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Glass | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Bumpers and number plates | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Door locks | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Fuel filler cover/cap | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Soft top operation | yes | no | no | no | yes |
| Body damage | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Corrosion | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Corrosion protection | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Mud flaps | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Bonnet catch | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Bonnet hinges | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Body load space condition | no | no | yes | no | yes |
| Engine compartment | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant level/condition | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Coolant leaks | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Anti freeze | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Radiator/cap | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Hoses/pipes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Drive belts | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Water pump | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Power steering (oil level) | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Clutch fluid | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Brake fluid | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Engine oil level | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| External leaks (Upper engine) | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Engine mountings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Carburettor/fuel injection | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Turbo/supercharger | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Fuel pump/pipes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Accelerator links | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Cold starting | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Fast idle (cold) | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Noise level (cold) | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Excess fumes/smoke | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Electrical controls | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting systems/ignition lock | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Battery condition | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Battery voltages | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Headlights | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Sidelights | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Rear lights | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Stop lights | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Indicators/hazard lights | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Reverse/fog lights | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Auxiliary lights | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Interior/panel lights | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Mirrors (electric) | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Controls/switches | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Instruments | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Horn | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Radio aerial | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Heater/fan controls | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Air con operation | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Windows/sun roof | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Wipers/washers | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Headlamp wash/wipe | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Interior/luggage compartment | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering wheel alignment/Adjustment | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Seat upholstery | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Seat adjustment | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Seat belts | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Carpets | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Door trims panels | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Door fittings/operations | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Door seals/hinges | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Interior sills | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Headlining/visors | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Sun roof | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Dash panel (condition) | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Cigarette lighter | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Mirrors (internal) | yes | yes | yes | no | yes |
| Rear parcel shelf | yes | yes | yes | no | yes |
| Boot/tailgate lock | yes | yes | yes | no | yes |
| Luggage area trim condition | yes | no | no | no | yes |
| Illumination light | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Tool kit | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Soft top (condition) | yes | no | no | no | yes |
| Tonneau cover | yes | no | no | no | yes |
| Front suspension/steering/under-frame | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine underside leakage | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Steering joints/ball joints | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Steering box/rack | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Chassis members | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Power steering (operation) | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Wheel hubs/bearings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Springs/suspension units | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Pipes/hoses | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Dampers (condition/leaks) | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Gaiters | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Sub frames mountings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Suspension arms/mounts | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Tie bars/anti roll bars | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Corrosion protection | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Corrosion-floor/chassis | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Rear suspension/under-frame | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springs/suspension bars | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Anti-roll bar | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Dampers/bushes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Suspension arms/fixings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Location rods/fixings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Bump stops/gaiters | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Wheel hubs/bearings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Pipes/hoses | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Sub frames/mountings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Chassis members | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Corrosion protection | yes | no | no | yes | yes |
| Corrosion-floor/chassis | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Clutch/transmission | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid/oil leaks | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Cables/adjustments | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Hydraulic system | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Linkage (wear) | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Casings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Mountings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Drive shaft assembly | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Universal/sliding joints | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Backlash | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Gaiters | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Prop shaft(s) | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Bearings/supports | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Four-wheel drive transmission | no | no | no | no | yes |
| Exhaust system | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manifold | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Pipes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Silencer(s) catalyst | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Heat shields/mountings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Joints/couplings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| System condition | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Fuel system | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tank | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Tank fixings | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Fuel lines | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Breather pipes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Evidence of leaks | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Brakes | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master cylinder security | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Fluid leaks | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Servo/power system | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Flexible hoses | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Pipes/connections | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Discs/pads (if visible) | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| H/brake/operation adjustment | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| H/brake linkage | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Pedal/linkage | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Wheels and tyres | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel rims | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Wheel trims | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Right front tyre | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Left front tyre | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Right rear tyre | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Left rear tyre | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Spare tyre | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Road test | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distance covered, where possible | Up to 10 miles | Up to 5 miles | Up to 5 miles | Up to 10 miles | Up to 10 miles |
| Final drive operation/noise | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Gearbox operation/noise | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Engine performance | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Engine noise | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Excess smoke | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Overheating evidence | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Auto changes/kick down | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Instruments/controls operation | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Steering wheel alignment | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Clutch operation | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| 4WD operation | yes | no | yes | yes | yes |
| Cooling fan operation | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Steering effort | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Hot restart | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Road holding/stability | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| General steering/handling | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Foot brake operation | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| H/brake operation | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Suspension noise | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Warning lights | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Final check | Comprehensive | Basic | Van | Motorhome | SUV or 4x4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uneven tyre wear | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Oil leaks | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Coolant leaks | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |