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Average user rating for pre-purchase inspection bookings in LondonMobile mechanic in London, 8 years of experience
Garage in London, 15 years of experience
COLIN, Greenford
Mercedes-Benz E-Class • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
Garage in London, 25 years of experience
FARHAN, SEVEN KINGS
Vauxhall Mokka X • Basic Pre-purchase Inspection
BARRIE, CHELMSFORD
Ford Focus • Coil spring (road spring) replacement - front (both)
Garage in London, 7 years of experience
A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in London 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 written 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 Basic 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 131 mechanics in London doing pre-purchase inspections.
If you book a pre-purchase inspection in London, a vetted mechanic servicing London 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.
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.
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).
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 London are most popular for second hand Fiat, Jaguar, and Mitsubishi.
Following your used car inspection in London, and 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.
Get an instant quote, then book a vetted mechanic to fix your car at your home or office.