Get a pre-purchase inspection

Can the inspection be undertaken without me being present?

It can. Customers are not required to be present when having an inspection undertaken. After the inspection you shall receive a report into your inbox and you’ll be able to discuss this with the mechanic over a phone call if you wish.

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Does the inspection come with a warranty?

Inspections do not come with a warranty. The purpose of the inspection is to help give the customer a honest a true reflection of the state of the vehicle.

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Do I get a report after the inspection?

Yes. This will be emailed to your inbox immediately after the inspection is complete.

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How quickly can I get an inspection?

We offer next-day bookings so you can book a mechanic for a 2 hour arrival window of your choice starting from 8:00am.

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Can the mechanic check these extra things?

No problem. If you have any specific and additional checks you would like the mechanic to look at please write these in the booking notes when placing your booking online.

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Can I get a deeper inspection for more money?

Currently we only offer one inspection package, but you can ask the mechanic to undertake some additional checks if desired.

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Note: For other general questions about the ClickMechanic service please visit our Help Centre

Interior compartment	Basic	Standard	Premium
Door locking
Boot/tailgate lock
Door seals & hinges
Interior sills
Illuminating lights
Seat upholstery
Seat mechanism (front seats)
Steering wheel adjustment
Rear view mirror condition
Cigarette lighter
Headlining
Visors
Carpets
Sunroof condition
Rear parcel shelf
Rear luggage area condition
Tool kit
Electrical/controls	Basic	Standard	Premium
Headlights
Side light/running lights
Indicators/hazard lights
Rear lights/number plate lights
Stop lights
Reverse/fog lights
Auxiliary lights
Panel lights
Switches/controls (Condition & Operation)
Instrument/controls function
Horn
Windows/sunroof operation
Wipers/washers
Headlamp washer/headlamp wiper
Electric/manual mirrors operation
CD / Radio operation
Battery voltage
Road test	Basic	Standard	Premium
Starting system/ignition lock
Warning lights
Cold starting
Fast idle (cold)
Noise level (cold)
Excess fumes/smoke
Engine - noise level
Engine - general performance
Overheating evidence
Turbo/super charger operation & noise
Battery charging system
Hand/parking brake operation
Footbrake operation
Gearbox operation/noise level
Clutch operation
Accelerator Pedal Operation
Instrument/controls function
General steering/handling
Road holding/stability
Suspension noise
Cruise control
Steering wheel alignment
Steering effort
Four wheel drive operation
Suspension ride height level operation
Air con operation
Final drive operation/noise level
Engine compartment	Basic	Standard	Premium
Bonnet catch
Bonnet hinges
General cleanliness of engine bay
Coolant/antifreeze level
Coolant leaks
Radiator / expansion bottle cap
Hoses/pipes
Engine oil level
Drive belts (visible damage)
Water pump operation
Power steering fluid level
Clutch fluid level
Brake fluid level
Engine mountings
Fuel Injection Leak Off Pipe Condition (if visible)
External leaks
Wheels and tyres	Basic	Standard	Premium
Front right tyre
Front left tyre
Rear right tyre
Rear left tyre
Spare wheel condition
Alloy wheel condition (if applicable)
Body exterior	Basic	Standard	Premium
Glass
Door locks/operation
Fuel filler cover/petrol cap
Body damage
Past repairs evident
Corrosion
Paint work
Bumper & number plates
Mud flaps
Front suspension, brakes & steering	Basic	Standard	Premium
Wheels hubs/bearings
Discs/pads (visual check)
Brake pipes/hoses (where visible)
Road springs
Shock absorbers (condition/leaks)
Bump stops/gaiters
Suspension arms/mountings
Suspension arms/fixings
Tie bars/anti roll bars
Location rod/fixings
Bushes
Steering joints/ball joints
Steering rack
Power steering
Rear suspension & brakes	Basic	Standard	Premium
Wheels hubs/bearings
Discs/pads (visual check)
Brake pipes/hoses (if visible)
Road springs
Shock absorbers (condition/leaks)
Bump stops/gaiters
Suspension arms/mountings
Suspension arms/fixings
Tie bars/anti roll bars
Bushes
Brake hydraulics	Basic	Standard	Premium
Master cylinder security (if accessible)
Fluid leaks
Servo/power system
Flexible hoses
Pipes/connections
Clutch and transmission	Basic	Standard	Premium
Fluid/oil leaks
Hydraulic system
Linkage wear (manual)
Casings
Mountings
Drive shaft assemblies
Sliding joints (if visible)
Slave cylinder gaiter/boot (manual)
Propshaft(s)
Bearings
Clutch pedal/cable adjustment
Underside condition	Basic	Standard	Premium
Chassis members
Sub frames/mountings
Corrosion - floor/chassis
Corrosion protection
Engine underside leakage
Fuel system	Basic	Standard	Premium
Tank fixings
Fuel lines
Breather pipes
Evidence of leaks
Exhaust system	Basic	Standard	Premium
Operation
System condition