Why buyers book an inspection first
Independent eyes on the vehicle
We look past the sales patter and report on the car in front of us.
Useful for negotiation
Faults, wear and upcoming jobs are set out clearly for your decision.
Booked around seller access
Inspections can be arranged at homes, dealers and auction sites.
Know what you are buying before money changes hands
A tidy advert and a polished bonnet do not tell you much about what a used vehicle is really like underneath. Our pre-purchase inspections can be carried out at a private address, a dealership, or an auction site, and they are suitable for all makes and models. We check the areas that matter to a buyer, including engine condition and running quality, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, electrics, warning lights, cooling system, fluids, tyres, wheels, bearings, exhaust, chassis, body condition, and visible corrosion. That gives you a much clearer idea of what you may be taking on.
A report that helps you decide sensibly
The inspection includes a detailed written report so you can understand faults, wear, likely maintenance needs, and any points that may affect the asking price or the decision to walk away. It is just as useful for negotiation as it is for peace of mind. The inspection price is £535.99 including VAT, and online booking gives you real-time availability. To prepare the job properly, we ask for the registration, make and model, seller or site contact, inspection address, and any known concerns or claims that you want checked more closely.
Frequently asked questions
What does the inspection include?
We inspect the vehicle's engine, running quality, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, electrics, warning lights, cooling system, fluids, tyres, wheels, exhaust, body condition and visible corrosion. The aim is to give you a clear condition picture before you buy.
Can you inspect a car at the seller's address?
Yes. The inspection can take place at a private address, dealership or auction site, provided the vehicle is accessible and the seller agrees to the visit. That flexibility is useful when the car you want is not close to home or tied to a site schedule.
Will the report help me negotiate?
It often does. If we find faults, signs of wear or likely maintenance costs ahead, those points are laid out clearly in the report. That gives you something more useful than a hunch when deciding whether to renegotiate, budget for repairs or walk away entirely.