Vehicle Inspection checklist
Find out what gets checked in a Vehicle Inspection
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.
How many points do we cover in our vehicle inspection checks?
Petrol & diesel cars
99 to 224 points checked
Hybrid and EV
99 to 225 points checked
Van
202 to 209 points checked
Motorhome
210 to 217 points checked
SUV and 4x4
214 to 221 points checked
What points do we check?
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 6 | 28 | 28 |
| Bodywork repair evidence | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bodywork clean and dry | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet catch | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front bumper/grille | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear bumper | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside mid-section | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside mid-section | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside rear-section | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside rear-section | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside mid-front | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside mid-rear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside rear panel | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside mid-front | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside mid-rear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside rear panel | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Front panel | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear panel | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear doors panel | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Tailgate or boot | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Roof | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear door | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside front door | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front door | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear door | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear wing | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front wing | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear wing | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside front wing | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Glass | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Body damage | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Body panels | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door locks/operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet catch | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel filler cover/cap | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mud flaps | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet hinges | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Exterior trim/grille | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bumpers, number plates | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Soft-top/hard-top - operation/condition | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 8 | 21 | 21 |
| Coolant level/condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Power steering oil level | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Turbo/supercharger | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Coolant leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Clutch fluid | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel pump/pipes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Antifreeze | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Brake fluid | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Accelerator linkage | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Radiator/cap | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine oil level | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cold starting | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hoses/pipes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| External leak (upper engine) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fast idle (cold) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auxiliary belt | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine mountings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Noise level (cold) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Visible water pump | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel injection | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Check for excess fumes/smoke | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 23 | 24 | 24 |
| Starting system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Ignition lock | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sidelights/running lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages normal (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages starting (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages charging (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear and number plate lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Instruments | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Stop lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Horn | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Indicator/hazard lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Windows/sunroof | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Reverse/fog lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wipers/washers | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auxiliary lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlamp wash/wipe | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Interior/panel lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mirrors (electrical) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Radio/aerial | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Heater/fan controls | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Air conditioning | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 5 | 23 | 23 |
| Seat adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Seatbelts | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Load space condition | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Boot/tailgate lock | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering wheel adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear parcel shelf/load cover | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Carpets/mats | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Seat upholstery | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door fitting/operation | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door trim panels | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Interior sills | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door seals/hinges | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sunroof | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlining/visors | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| 12v auxiliary socket(s) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dash panel (condition) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Illumination light | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Luggage area trim condition | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hard/soft top (operation) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tool kit/puncture or emergency kit | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tonneau cover | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Internal mirrors | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sufficient fuel or charge for road test? | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 1 | 17 | 17 |
| Engine underside leakage | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sub-frames/mountings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Springs/suspension units | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering rack/box | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tie bars/anti-roll bars | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dampers (condition/leaks) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Power steering (operation) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wheel hubs/bearings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering and ball joints | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension arms/mountings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/hoses | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Chassis members | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion (floor/chassis) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gaiters | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion protection | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front photo | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside front photo | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 14 | 14 |
| Spring/suspension bars | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sub-frames/mountings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bump stops/gaiters | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dampers/bushes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion (floor/chassis) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/hoses | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Location rods/fixings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Anti-roll bar | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Chassis members | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wheel hub/bearings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension arms/fixings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion protection | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear photo | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear photo | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Transmission type | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Transmission layout | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fluid/oil leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Backlash | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hydraulic system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Propshaft(s)/fittings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Universal/sliding joints | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Manual fluid level check | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Casings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cables/adjustments | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gaiters | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Driveshaft assembly | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Linkage (wear) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bearings/supports | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Level warning message | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 7 | 7 |
| Manifold | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Catalytic converter | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| System condition | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Silencer | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Heat shields/mountings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Joints/couplings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| Tank | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Evidence of leaks | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Breather pipes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel lines | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tank fixings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 1 | 9 | 12 |
| Master cylinder security | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Handbrake op/adjustment | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/connections | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Servo/power system | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pedal | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Flexible hoses | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fluid leaks | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Handbrake mechanism(s) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Discs and pads (if visible) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Rear offside wear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Rear nearside wear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Front offside wear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Front nearside wear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 14 | 15 | 15 |
| Wheel type | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Uneven tyre wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Configuration | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front offside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front nearside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear nearside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear offside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has spare wheel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Spare wheel tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has inflation kit | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Expiry date | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has run-flat tyres | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Brake fluid analysis | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Digital battery test | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Diagnostic system overview | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 11 | 20 | 20 |
| Final drive operation (noise) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Road holding/stability | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Clutch operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine performance | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Footbrake operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering effort | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Excess smoke | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension noise | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Warning light | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| 4WD operation | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Instrument/control function | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gearbox operation/noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| General steering/handling | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cooling fan operation | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hand/park brake operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hot restarting | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Overheating evidence | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auto changes/kick-down | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cruise control | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hybrid/electric battery test | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Charge port condition | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Inverter coolant level | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| External 240v charging | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Charge lead condition | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Basic | Comp | Adv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Photo of all keys | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Locking wheel nuts/bolts fitted | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Locking wheel nut key present | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fault codes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle video | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 10 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| Bodywork repair evidence | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bodywork clean and dry | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet catch | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front bumper/grille | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear bumper | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside mid-section | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside mid-section | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside rear-section | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside rear-section | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside mid-front | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside mid-rear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside rear panel | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside mid-front | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside mid-rear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside rear panel | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Front panel | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear panel | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear doors panel | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Tailgate or boot | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Roof | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear door | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside front door | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front door | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear door | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear wing | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front wing | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear wing | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside front wing | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Glass | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Body damage | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Body panels | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door locks/operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet catch | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel filler cover/cap | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mud flaps | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet hinges | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Exterior trim/grille | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bumpers, number plates | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Soft-top/hard-top - operation/condition | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 9 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 |
| Coolant level/condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Power steering oil level | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Turbo/supercharger | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Coolant leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Clutch fluid | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel pump/pipes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Antifreeze | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Brake fluid | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Accelerator linkage | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Radiator/cap | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine oil level | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cold starting | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hoses/pipes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| External leak (upper engine) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fast idle (cold) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auxiliary belt | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine mountings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Noise level (cold) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Visible water pump | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel injection | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Check for excess fumes/smoke | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Starting system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Ignition lock | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sidelights/running lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages normal (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages starting (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages charging (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear and number plate lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Instruments | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Stop lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Horn | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Indicator/hazard lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Windows/sunroof | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Reverse/fog lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wipers/washers | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auxiliary lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlamp wash/wipe | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Interior/panel lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mirrors (electrical) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Radio/aerial | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Heater/fan controls | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Air conditioning | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 4 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| Seat adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Seatbelts | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Load space condition | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Boot/tailgate lock | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering wheel adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear parcel shelf/load cover | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Carpets/mats | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Seat upholstery | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door fitting/operation | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door trim panels | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Interior sills | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door seals/hinges | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sunroof | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlining/visors | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| 12v auxiliary socket(s) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dash panel (condition) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Illumination light | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Luggage area trim condition | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hard/soft top (operation) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tool kit/puncture or emergency kit | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tonneau cover | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Internal mirrors | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sufficient fuel or charge for road test? | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| Engine underside leakage | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sub-frames/mountings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Springs/suspension units | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering rack/box | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tie bars/anti-roll bars | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dampers (condition/leaks) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Power steering (operation) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wheel hubs/bearings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering and ball joints | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension arms/mountings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/hoses | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Chassis members | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion (floor/chassis) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gaiters | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion protection | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front photo | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside front photo | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| Spring/suspension bars | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sub-frames/mountings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bump stops/gaiters | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dampers/bushes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion (floor/chassis) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/hoses | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Location rods/fixings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Anti-roll bar | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Chassis members | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wheel hub/bearings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension arms/fixings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion protection | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear photo | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear photo | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Transmission type | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Transmission layout | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fluid/oil leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Backlash | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hydraulic system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Propshaft(s)/fittings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Universal/sliding joints | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Manual fluid level check | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Casings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cables/adjustments | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gaiters | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Driveshaft assembly | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Linkage (wear) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bearings/supports | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Level warning message | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Manifold | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Pipes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Catalytic converter | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| System condition | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Silencer | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Heat shields/mountings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Joints/couplings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Tank | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Evidence of leaks | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Breather pipes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Fuel lines | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Tank fixings | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 1 | 9 | 9 | 12 | 12 |
| Master cylinder security | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Handbrake op/adjustment | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/connections | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Servo/power system | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pedal | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Flexible hoses | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fluid leaks | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Handbrake mechanism(s) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Discs and pads (if visible) | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Rear offside wear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear nearside wear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front offside wear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front nearside wear | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| Wheel type | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Uneven tyre wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Configuration | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front offside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front nearside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear nearside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear offside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has spare wheel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Spare wheel tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has inflation kit | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Expiry data | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has run-flat tyres | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Brake fluid analysis | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Digital battery test | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Diagnostic system overview | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 15 | 24 | 18 | 24 | 18 |
| Final drive operation (noise) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Road holding/stability | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Clutch operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Engine performance | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Footbrake operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering effort | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Excess smoke | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Suspension noise | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Warning light | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| 4WD operation | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Instrument/control function | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gearbox operation/noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| General steering/handling | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cooling fan operation | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Hand/park brake operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hot restarting | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Overheating evidence | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Auto changes/kick-down | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cruise control | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Hybrid/electric battery test | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Charge port condition | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Inverter coolant level | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| External 240v charging | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Charge lead condition | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Basic | Comp hybrid | Comp EV | Adv hybrid | Adv EV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Photo of all keys | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Locking wheel nuts/bolts fitted | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Locking wheel nut key present | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fault codes | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle video | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 32 | 32 |
| Bodywork repair evidence | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bodywork clean and dry | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet catch | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front bumper/grille | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear bumper | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside mid-section | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside mid-section | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear-section | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear-section | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside mid-front | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside mid-rear | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear panel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside mid-front | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside mid-rear | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear panel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front panel | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Rear panel | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Rear doors panel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tailgate or boot | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Roof | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear door | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside front door | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front door | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear door | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside rear wing | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside front wing | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear wing | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside front wing | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Glass | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Body damage | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Body panels | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door locks/operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet catch | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel filler cover/cap | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mud flaps | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet hinges | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Exterior trim/grille | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bumpers, number plates | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Soft-top/hard-top - operation/condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 21 | 21 |
| Coolant level/condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Power steering oil level | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Turbo/supercharger | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Coolant leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Clutch fluid | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel pump/pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Antifreeze | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Brake fluid | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Accelerator linkage | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Radiator/cap | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine oil level | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cold starting | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hoses/pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| External leak (upper engine) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fast idle (cold) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auxiliary belt | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Noise level (cold) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Visible water pump | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel injection | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Check for excess fumes/smoke | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 23 | 23 |
| Starting system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Ignition lock | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sidelights/running lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages normal (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages starting (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages charging (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear and number plate lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Instruments | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Stop lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Horn | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Indicator/hazard lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Windows/sunroof | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Reverse/fog lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wipers/washers | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auxiliary lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlamp wash/wipe | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Interior/panel lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mirrors (electrical) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Radio/aerial | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Heater/fan controls | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Air conditioning | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 8 | 8 |
| Seat adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Seatbelts | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Load space condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Boot/tailgate Lock | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering wheel adjustment | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Rear parcel shelf/load cover | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Carpets/mats | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Seat upholstery | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door fitting/operation | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Door trim panels | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Interior sills | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Door seals/hinges | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Sunroof | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Headlining/visors | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| 12v auxiliary socket(s) | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Dash panel (condition) | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Illumination light | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Luggage area trim condition | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Hard/soft top (operation) | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Tool kit/puncture or emergency kit | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Tonneau cover | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Internal mirrors | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sufficient fuel or charge for road test? | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 18 | 18 |
| Engine underside leakage | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sub-frames/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Springs/suspension units | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering rack/box | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tie bars/anti-roll bars | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dampers (condition/leaks) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Power steering (operation) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wheel hubs/bearings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering and ball joints | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension arms/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/hoses | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Chassis members | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion (floor/chassis) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gaiters | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion protection | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside front photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 14 | 14 |
| Spring/suspension bars | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sub-frames/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bump stops/gaiters | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dampers/bushes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion (floor/chassis) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/hoses | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Location rods/fixings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Anti-roll bar | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Chassis members | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wheel hub/bearings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension arms/fixings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion protection | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 16 | 16 |
| Transmission type | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Transmission layout | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fluid/oil leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Backlash | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hydraulic system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Propshaft(s)/fittings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Universal/sliding joints | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Manual fluid level check | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Casings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cables/adjustments | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gaiters | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Driveshaft assembly | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Linkage (wear) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bearings/supports | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Level warning message | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 7 | 7 |
| Manifold | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Catalytic converter | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| System condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Silencer | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Heat shields/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Joints/couplings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 5 | 5 |
| Tank | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Evidence of leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Breather pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel lines | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tank fixings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 9 | 12 |
| Master cylinder security | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Handbrake op/adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/connections | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Servo/power system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pedal | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Flexible hoses | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fluid leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Handbrake mechanism(s) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Discs and pads (if visible) | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Rear offside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Rear nearside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Front offside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Front nearside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 28 | 28 |
| Wheel type | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Uneven tyre wear | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Configuration | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front offside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front nearside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear nearside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear offside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has spare wheel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Spare wheel tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has inflation kit | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Expiry data | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has run-flat tyres | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 3 |
| Brake fluid analysis | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Digital battery test | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Diagnostic system overview | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 20 | 20 |
| Final drive operation (noise) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Road holding/stability | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Clutch operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine performance | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Footbrake operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering effort | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Excess smoke | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Warning light | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| 4WD operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Instrument/control function | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gearbox operation/noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| General steering/handling | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cooling fan operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hand/park brake operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hot restarting | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Overheating evidence | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auto changes/kick-down | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cruise control | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 0 |
| Hybrid/electric battery test | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Charge port condition | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Inverter coolant level | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| External 240v charging | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Charge lead condition | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Comp van | Adv van | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 4 | 5 |
| Photo of all keys | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Locking wheel nuts/bolts fitted | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Locking wheel nut key present | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fault codes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle video | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 23 | 23 |
| Bodywork repair evidence | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bodywork clean and dry | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet catch | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front bumper/grille | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear bumper | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside mid-section | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside mid-section | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear-section | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear-section | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside mid-front | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside mid-rear | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside rear panel | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside mid-front | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside mid-rear | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside rear panel | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Front panel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear panel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear doors panel | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Tailgate or boot | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Roof | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear door | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside front door | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front door | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear door | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside rear wing | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside front wing | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear wing | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside front wing | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Glass | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Body damage | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Body panels | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door locks/operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet catch | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel filler cover/cap | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mud flaps | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet hinges | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Exterior trim/grille | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bumpers, number plates | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Soft-top/hard-top - operation/condition | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 21 | 21 |
| Coolant level/condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Power steering oil level | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Turbo/supercharger | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Coolant leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Clutch fluid | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel pump/pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Antifreeze | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Brake fluid | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Accelerator linkage | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Radiator/cap | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine oil level | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cold starting | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hoses/pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| External leak (upper engine) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fast idle (cold) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auxiliary belt | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Noise level (cold) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Visible water pump | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel injection | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Check for excess fumes/smoke | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 23 | 23 |
| Starting system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Ignition lock | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sidelights/running lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages normal (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages starting (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages charging (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear and number plate lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Instruments | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Stop lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Horn | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Indicator/hazard lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Windows/sunroof | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Reverse/fog lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wipers/washers | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auxiliary lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlamp wash/wipe | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Interior/panel lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mirrors (electrical) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Radio/aerial | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Heater/fan controls | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Air conditioning | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 20 | 20 |
| Seat adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Seatbelts | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Load space condition | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Boot/tailgate Lock | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering wheel adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear parcel shelf/load cover | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Carpets/mats | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Seat upholstery | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door fitting/operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door trim panels | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Interior sills | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door seals/hinges | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sunroof | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlining/visors | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| 12v auxiliary socket(s) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dash panel (condition) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Illumination light | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Luggage area trim condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hard/soft top (operation) | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Tool kit/puncture or emergency kit | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tonneau cover | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Internal mirrors | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sufficient fuel or charge for road test? | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 18 | 18 |
| Engine underside leakage | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sub-frames/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Springs/suspension units | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering rack/box | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tie bars/anti-roll bars | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dampers (condition/leaks) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Power steering (operation) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wheel hubs/bearings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering and ball joints | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension arms/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/hoses | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Chassis members | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion (floor/chassis) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gaiters | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion protection | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside front photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 14 | 14 |
| Spring/suspension bars | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sub-frames/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bump stops/gaiters | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dampers/bushes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion (floor/chassis) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/hoses | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Location rods/fixings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Anti-roll bar | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Chassis members | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wheel hub/bearings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension arms/fixings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion protection | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 16 | 16 |
| Transmission type | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Transmission layout | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fluid/oil leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Backlash | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hydraulic system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Propshaft(s)/fittings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Universal/sliding joints | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Manual fluid level check | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Casings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cables/adjustments | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gaiters | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Driveshaft assembly | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Linkage (wear) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bearings/supports | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Level warning message | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 7 | 7 |
| Manifold | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Catalytic converter | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| System condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Silencer | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Heat shields/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Joints/couplings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 5 | 5 |
| Tank | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Evidence of leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Breather pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel lines | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tank fixings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 9 | 12 |
| Master cylinder security | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Handbrake op/adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/connections | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Servo/power system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pedal | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Flexible hoses | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fluid leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Handbrake mechanism(s) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Discs and pads (if visible) | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Rear offside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Rear nearside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Front offside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Front nearside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 27 | 27 |
| Wheel type | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Uneven tyre wear | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Configuration | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front offside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front nearside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear nearside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear offside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has spare wheel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Spare wheel tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has inflation kit | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Expiry date | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has run-flat tyres | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 3 |
| Brake fluid analysis | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Digital battery test | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Diagnostic system overview | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 20 | 20 |
| Final drive operation (noise) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Road holding/stability | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Clutch operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine performance | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Footbrake operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering effort | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Excess smoke | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Warning light | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| 4WD operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Instrument/control function | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gearbox operation/noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| General steering/handling | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cooling fan operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hand/park brake operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hot restarting | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Overheating evidence | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auto changes/kick-down | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cruise control | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 0 |
| Hybrid/electric battery test | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Charge port condition | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Inverter coolant level | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| External 240v charging | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Charge lead condition | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Comp motorhome | Adv motorhome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 4 | 5 |
| Photo of all keys | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Locking wheel nuts/bolts fitted | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Locking wheel nut key present | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fault codes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle video | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 28 | 28 |
| Bodywork repair evidence | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bodywork clean and dry | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet catch | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front bumper/grille | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear bumper | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside mid-section | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside mid-section | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside rear-section | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside rear-section | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside mid-front | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside mid-rear | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Nearside rear panel | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside mid-front | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside mid-rear | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Offside rear panel | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Front panel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear panel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear doors panel | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Tailgate or boot | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Roof | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear door | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside front door | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front door | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear door | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear wing | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front wing | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear wing | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside front wing | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Glass | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Body damage | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Body panels | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door locks/operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet catch | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel filler cover/cap | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mud flaps | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bonnet hinges | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Exterior trim/grille | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bumpers, number plates | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Soft-top/hard-top - operation/condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 21 | 21 |
| Coolant level/condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Power steering oil level | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Turbo/supercharger | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Coolant leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Clutch fluid | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel pump/pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Antifreeze | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Brake fluid | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Accelerator linkage | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Radiator/cap | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine oil level | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cold starting | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hoses/pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| External leak (upper engine) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fast idle (cold) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auxiliary belt | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Noise level (cold) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Visible water pump | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel injection | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Check for excess fumes/smoke | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 24 | 24 |
| Starting system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Ignition lock | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sidelights/running lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages normal (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages starting (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages charging (V) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Battery voltages | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear and number plate lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Instruments | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Stop lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Horn | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Indicator/hazard lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Windows/sunroof | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Reverse/fog lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wipers/washers | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auxiliary lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlamp wash/wipe | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Interior/panel lights | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mirrors (electrical) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Radio/aerial | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Heater/fan controls | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Air conditioning | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 22 | 22 |
| Seat adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Seatbelts | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Load space condition | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Boot/tailgate Lock | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering wheel adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear parcel shelf/load cover | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Carpets/mats | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Seat upholstery | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door fitting/operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door trim panels | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Interior sills | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Door seals/hinges | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sunroof | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Headlining/visors | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| 12v auxiliary socket(s) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dash panel (condition) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Illumination light | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Luggage area trim condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hard/soft top (operation) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tool kit/puncture or emergency kit | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tonneau cover | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Internal mirrors | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sufficient fuel or charge for road test? | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 17 | 17 |
| Engine underside leakage | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sub-frames/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Springs/suspension units | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering rack/box | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tie bars/anti-roll bars | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dampers (condition/leaks) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Power steering (operation) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wheel hubs/bearings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering and ball joints | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension arms/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/hoses | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Chassis members | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion (floor/chassis) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gaiters | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion protection | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside front photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside front photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 14 | 14 |
| Spring/suspension bars | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Sub-frames/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bump stops/gaiters | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Dampers/bushes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion (floor/chassis) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/hoses | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Location rods/fixings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Anti-roll bar | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Chassis members | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Wheel hub/bearings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension arms/fixings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Corrosion protection | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Nearside rear photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Offside rear photo | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 16 | 16 |
| Transmission type | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Transmission layout | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fluid/oil leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Backlash | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hydraulic system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Propshaft(s)/fittings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Universal/sliding joints | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Manual fluid level check | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Casings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cables/adjustments | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gaiters | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Driveshaft assembly | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Linkage (wear) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Bearings/supports | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Level warning message | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 7 | 7 |
| Manifold | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Catalytic converter | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| System condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Silencer | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Heat shields/mountings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Joints/couplings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 5 | 5 |
| Tank | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Evidence of leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Breather pipes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fuel lines | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tank fixings | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 9 | 12 |
| Master cylinder security | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Handbrake op/adjustment | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pipes/connections | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Servo/power system | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Pedal | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Flexible hoses | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fluid leaks | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Handbrake mechanism(s) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Discs and pads (if visible) | ✔ Yes | ✗ No |
| Rear offside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Rear nearside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Front offside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Front nearside wear | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 27 | 27 |
| Wheel type | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Uneven tyre wear | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Configuration | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front offside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Front nearside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear nearside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Rear offside tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has spare wheel | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Make | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Size | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Tread depth | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Spare wheel tyre condition | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has inflation kit | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Expiry data | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle has run-flat tyres | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 3 |
| Brake fluid analysis | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Digital battery test | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Diagnostic system overview | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 20 | 20 |
| Final drive operation (noise) | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Road holding/stability | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Clutch operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine performance | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Footbrake operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Steering effort | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Excess smoke | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Suspension noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Warning light | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| 4WD operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Instrument/control function | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Gearbox operation/noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| General steering/handling | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cooling fan operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Engine noise | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hand/park brake operation | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Hot restarting | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Overheating evidence | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Auto changes/kick-down | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Cruise control | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 0 | 0 |
| Hybrid/electric battery test | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Charge port condition | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Inverter coolant level | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| External 240v charging | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Charge lead condition | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Comp 4WD | Adv 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of checks | 4 | 5 |
| Photo of all keys | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Locking wheel nuts/bolts fitted | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Locking wheel nut key present | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Fault codes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Vehicle video | ✗ No | ✔ Yes |
Vehicle inspections before you purchase
With the pre-purchase checks in our Vehicle Inspection, you can see whether a used car is in good order before you buy
A vehicle inspection checklist is a list of key areas to review when assessing a used vehicle’s condition. It can include checks on the engine, brakes, tyres, steering, suspension, bodywork, interior and electrics. It helps make sure important points aren’t missed before you decide whether to buy.
The more thorough the check, the better your understanding of the vehicle’s condition. An AA vehicle inspection can cover up to 225 points, depending on the inspection you choose.
Some of the most important areas to check include the brakes, tyres, steering, suspension, engine, lights, fluid levels and warning lights. We’ll also look for signs of accident damage, uneven tyre wear, leaks, rust or anything that feels unusual on a test drive. These can all point to problems that may cost money to put right later.
You can use a checklist to carry out basic visual checks yourself, particularly if you have mechanical knowledge or experience working with vehicles. But some problems are difficult to spot without the right training, equipment or access to the vehicle’s underside. For added reassurance, an independent AA vehicle inspection gives you a trained engineer’s view before you buy.