Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection
Two levels of confidence before you buy. Choose Comprehensive for a thorough independent check, or upgrade to Advanced for diagnostics, visual fluid check and an extended road test, and photos delivered with your report.
Two Inspection Packages
Both packages are carried out by a qualified mobile mechanic at the vehicle's location and include a full engineer report by email.
Comprehensive Vehicle Inspection
Detailed 300+ point check with road test up to 5 miles.
£250
Final price confirmed at booking.
- 300+ point mechanical & structural inspection
- Main functions & controls check
- Full interior, bodywork & paint inspection
- Tyre condition & tread depth
- Fluid levels & visible leaks check
- Road test up to 5 miles (where possible)
- Engineer fault report sent via email and verbal summary
Advanced Vehicle Inspection
300+ point check + diagnostics, fluid check, photos/videos & 10-mile road test.
£325
Final price confirmed at booking.
- Everything in the Comprehensive inspection
- + Plug-in diagnostic scan & report (OBD scan)
- + Visual fluid check
- + Extended road test up to 10 miles (instead of 5)
- + Photos & videos of the vehicle sent via WhatsApp
Comprehensive vs Advanced
Highlighted rows show the upgrades you get with the Advanced inspection.
| Feature | Comprehensive | Advanced |
|---|---|---|
| 300+ point mechanical & structural inspection | ||
| Main functions & controls check | ||
| Full interior, bodywork & paint inspection | ||
| Tyre condition & tread depth | ||
| Fluid levels & visible leaks check | ||
| Engineer fault report sent via email and verbal summary | ||
| Road testAdvanced | Up to 5 miles | Up to 10 miles |
| Plug-in diagnostic scan & report (OBD scan)Advanced | ||
| Visual fluid checkAdvanced | ||
| Photos & videos of the vehicle sent via WhatsAppAdvanced |
300+ point mechanical & structural inspection
Comprehensive
Advanced
Main functions & controls check
Comprehensive
Advanced
Full interior, bodywork & paint inspection
Comprehensive
Advanced
Tyre condition & tread depth
Comprehensive
Advanced
Fluid levels & visible leaks check
Comprehensive
Advanced
Engineer fault report sent via email and verbal summary
Comprehensive
Advanced
Road testAdvanced
Comprehensive
Advanced
Plug-in diagnostic scan & report (OBD scan)Advanced
Comprehensive
Advanced
Visual fluid checkAdvanced
Comprehensive
Advanced
Photos & videos of the vehicle sent via WhatsAppAdvanced
Comprehensive
Advanced
Common questions
How long does an inspection take?▾
Typically 60–90 minutes for a Comprehensive inspection, and around 90–120 minutes for an Advanced inspection.
Do I need to be present?▾
No — just ensure the vehicle is accessible and the seller knows we're coming.
What if the mechanic finds a serious fault?▾
You'll receive a clear recommendation in your report. We'll flag deal-breakers prominently.
Can you inspect any vehicle?▾
We cover most cars, vans, and light commercial vehicles. Contact us for specialist vehicles.
Ready to book your inspection?
Pick the tier that suits your purchase — we'll come to the vehicle and report back fast.
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