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Find a Mobile Mechanic or Garage in Bristol for Pre-Purchase Inspections

Need a trustworthy mechanic in Bristol? ClickMechanic makes it easy to book a vetted mobile mechanic or trusted garage near you for a Pre-purchase inspection. Just enter your car details and get an instant upfront price and book in minutes. With mobile mechanics and garages that come to you covering all of Bristol we make car care easy for everyone.

Top garages & mobile mechanics for Pre-Purchase Inspections in Bristol

112 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Bristol, 10 years of experience

My name is Adam, mobile mechanic based in Bristol, I offer roadside assistance where possible - I cover most work types including , plug in diagnostic, pre purchase inspection, servicing and brakes.

“Adam was fantastic, from communication down to providing a detailed report and talking me through absolutely everything in detail and with utmost patience. It’s only a shame he doesn’t live closer to me otherwise I would definitely have him as my own mechanic!”

SYLVIA, Bristol • 8th October 2024

Kia Picanto • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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403 Reviews

Garage in Bristol, 24 years of experience

I began my career on the YTS scheme through an independent Ford garage. I spent some time working in independent garages gaining experience on a range of makes & models. I moved into a dealership environmen...

“Jason completed the inspection for me today and seemed to cover every aspect. He called straight after to discuss the inspection and emailed me the report. This is the first time I have used any company for a used car inspection and I would advise everyone to do this. I know nothing about cars so I had peace of mind buying this car after Jason had inspected it.”

JON, Bristol • 28th May 2022

Ford Fiesta • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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79 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Bristol, 25 years of experience

I began my mechanic career with an Austin Rover dealership and in my time there it changed to Rover and I worked in the business for around 4 years. For a number of years I worked in various businesses doing...

“Andrew was great. The detail
information he supplied me with on the car allow me to make an inform decision. I would have no issue recomending Andrew. I am over in Ireland so, Andrew was my only contact with the car. So it was great to be able to discuss the car with him. Thanks....”

FRANCIS, BRISTOL • 15th August 2020

Skoda Karoq • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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39 Reviews

Garage in Bristol, 14 years of experience

K & C Garage was formed in 2015 by Matt Roxburgh. Owner Matt has been in the trade for over 15 years working in various garages and comes with a wealth of experience and the team are all fully qualified to c...

“Matt was great. A friendly guy and flexible after the initial car we were interested in was sold at very short notice.”

DAVID, Bristol • 27th February 2017

Volkswagen Golf V • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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40 Reviews

Garage in Bristol, 9 years of experience

Lathaniel owns Letang Auto Electrics and the business has been operating since 2015 and branched out in mechanical repairs after specialising in tow-bars and auto electrics originally when the business first...

“Really pleased with the service, purchased vehicle Audi A3 2.0 tdi sport back.I had paid for additional diagnostics to check Turbo as these are £1000.00 to replace if faulty or any faults on vag. com, all came back clear the engineer even picked up the rear brake dustcover had perished.I would recommend these engineers AA or Rac inspections would cost around £165.00, the basic inspection starts from £78.00 with click mechanic the additional diagnostics extra cost was £20.00 -£30.00 the final cost £107.00 worth every penny clutch, gearbox or Turbo replacements or any Audi parts are a premium cost. The booking for inspection was very fast within 24hrs AA or Rac takes a few days so could move quickly on the purchase of car. Finally I live 200 -300 miles one way from the garage for the vehicle I purchased, it would cost over this amount just to view the vehicle AAA+”

JOHN, BRISTOL AVON • 6th June 2016

Audi A3 • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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316 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Bristol, 24 years of experience

Edward Hunt is the current 'Auto Mechanik of the year' (Spelt the german way) having been awarded the huge honour and the title at the European awards ceremony in June 2025! Prior to this Edd held the title...

“Andrew is very knowledgeable and conscious in his field of expertise. I am very happy with the work and repot and would very much likely to use his service again.”

GASAN, Bristol • 29th June 2025

BMW X6 • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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142 Reviews

Garage serving Bristol, 8 years of experience

I have worked at several garages , including 6 years as a mobile technician at ford , I’m very time served , with lots of experience, also very honest

“Brilliant thankyou, arrived on time and was very helpful. And was very friendly.”

ANDREW, BRISTOL • 15th April 2025

Ford Tourneo Custom • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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91 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Bristol, 12 years of experience

we offer: servicing. brakes. exhaust. diagnostic. suspension components. alternator. starter motor. auxiliary belts. bulb replacement. and many more. we can work around you at a location that ...

“Booking click mechanic for car inspection.
Their mechanic Shaun seemed very competent and explained everything very clearly. Informed me of a fault that could of lead to a head gasket failure.”

DAVID, Bristol • 8th February 2025

Nissan Note • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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26 Reviews

Garage serving Bristol, 22 years of experience

12 years at a independent garage family run 5 years in ford's cardiff 7years self employed mechanic

“Friendly and professional .
Came on time .
Ticked the boxes
Updated me.
Updated the dealer.
Nice discussion.
Nice summary”

OMAR, Bristol • 21st January 2025

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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241 Reviews

Garage serving Bristol, 25 years of experience

We have an extensive work history from main dealerships upto where we are and we are also trained on hgv vehicles with very good references

“Sean was friendly, flexible and gave great service.
Happy with the report”

DAVE, Bristol • 30th September 2024

Volkswagen Caddy • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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32 Reviews

Garage serving Bristol, 20 years of experience

With a passion for automotive excellence and a drive for entrepreneurship, I went on to run and own an MOT test centre. Under my leadership, the MOT test centre flourished, known for its exceptional service ...

“Ryan was amazing and went above and beyond and even gave advice on what the dealership would say when I bought up the issues found in the inspection helping me negotiate a better price. Checked every nook and cranny possible with a detailed report given back to me! Couldn't ask for better.”

TYLER, Bristol • 4th July 2024

BMW 3 Series • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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58 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Bristol, 10 years of experience

Our car repair center has been providing high-quality automotive services for over 10 years, specializing in everything from routine maintenance to complex repairs. We pride ourselves on offering expert diag...

“Very happy, thank you for getting it sorted so punctually and for recommending to the garage that the battery was changed.

I wanted to be sure the car was in good condition before buying it and this has been a huge reassurance.”

SARAH, Bristol • 5th October 2023

Toyota RAV4 • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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253 Reviews

Garage serving Bristol, 22 years of experience

N V Q 1,2,3 22 years professional experience Hgv fitter NVQ 1,2,3 Been fitting 22 years Got 3 recovery truck and a full kitted service van

“Dean was able to do the pre-purchase inspection quickly. He was very thorough and talked everything through with me afterwards. Thanks Dean!”

SIMON, BRISTOL • 16th September 2023

Volvo XC60 • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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82 Reviews

Garage serving Bristol, 21 years of experience

We are an independent family run business. We believe in providing our customers with high-quality service at low prices. We undertake all aspects of vehicle maintenance and restoration. We appreciate th...

“Andrew was great, very thorough and professional despite the situation viewing the car not being ideal due to no test drive being possible (through no fault of his own). Would highly recommend.”

ROB, BRISTOL • 13th April 2022

BMW 3 Series • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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316 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Bristol, 18 years of experience

I have been in the trade for well over 10 years in the trade and have gained all my experience within the trade throughout that time. I started at M&L Motors in Mitcham Junction, Surrey for 3 years then I mo...

“Matt was fantastic.
Very helpful, knowledgeable and worth every penny.
We had concerns about something we were going to buy and these turned out to be true, and worse! We have walked away from the sale, and I'm so pleased we did.”

ED, Bristol • 19th August 2021

Vauxhall Vivaro • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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Frequently asked questions about pre-purchase inspections in Bristol

Read our answers to questions about pre-purchase inspection costs, symptoms and more.

I plan to buy a used car in Bristol - do I need a pre-purchase inspection?

A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in Bristol spares you the headache and saves the time of checking the vehicle over yourself. The mechanics on our network know what signs to lookout for, potentially helping you avoid future large repair bills.

We have a comprehensive checklist that the mechanic goes through, and they will provide you with a detailed email report and a follow-up call describing the state of the vehicle (if applicable).

Customers value the pre-purchase inspection report they receive from their mechanics. The report will help you make a decision and possibly assist with negotiating price.

A Premium Pre-purchase Inspection is the most popular choice amongst ClickMechanic customers when it comes to checking a used car before the sale. We currently have 34 mechanics in Bristol doing pre-purchase inspections.

What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?

If you book a pre-purchase inspection in Bristol, a vetted mechanic servicing Bristol will inspect the car you intend to purchase. Depending on the level of service booked (basic, standard or premium), the mechanic will spend up to 3 hours assessing the condition of the vehicle.

When inspecting a used car, mechanics check the interior, lights, fluid levels, brakes and suspension, chassis and car underside (subject to service level booked). All our inspection checklists include a road test to examine the condition of important safety features such as the steering and braking, and give a clear idea whether the vehicle is roadworthy.

Do I need to get permission for a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic in Bristol?

You will need to notify the used car seller about the inspection and should get their permission for the inspection to take place. Also make sure that the inspecting mechanic has clear access to both the vehicle and proposed inspection site so that they can complete their work.

I have booked a used vehicle inspection in Bristol - do I have to be present?

No, there is no need for you to be present during the inspection. Our pre-purchase inspection service is popular with customers wanting to have a professional assessment of a used car they are purchasing e.g. while they are abroad.

You will receive a report about the condition of the car after the inspection is complete and if you wish you will be able to discuss with the mechanic over the phone afterwards (depending on level of service booked).

Does the pre-purchase inspection come with a warranty?

Our pre-purchase inspections of used vehicles do not come with a warranty. The main purpose of inspecting a used car before the sale is to give you an honest and true reflection of the state of the vehicle at the time of inspection.

Pre-purchase inspections in Bristol are most popular for second hand Skoda, Kia, and Volkswagen.

Can I book a follow up appointment?

Following your used car inspection in Bristol, if you decided to purchase the vehicle we recommend having it serviced by one of the mechanics on our network. That way you can ensure you are off to a good start and your car is ready for your future journeys together.

Speak to the mechanic who will do the inspection to book a follow up through ClickMechanic.

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