Pre-purchase inspection

Mobile pre-purchase inspections for used cars

Comprehensive inspections with full diagnostics and reporting before you buy, across Berkshire, Surrey and Hampshire. Get your price online in seconds, or message us on WhatsApp.

  • Three inspection levels to choose from
  • Full diagnostics and reporting
  • Transparent, upfront pricing
  • Fully insured mechanics

  • Same-day availability

    Often available the same day

  • We come to you

  • Mon–Sat 08:00–18:00

    Plus 24/7 call-outs

Mechanic checking a car with a diagnostic tablet

About this service

Know what you’re buying

Our mobile mechanics come out to inspect the car before you commit to buying it, from our bases in Farnham, Guildford, Maidenhead, Reading and Basingstoke — covering Berkshire, Surrey, Hampshire and the surrounding areas.

Choose the level that suits the car — from essential road-worthy checks and an OBD scan to a comprehensive inspection with an extended road test.

Bought it? Keep it running well with car servicing, or book diagnostics if a warning light comes on.

  • Road-worthy checks and an OBD scan
  • Photos of any issues found
  • Detailed report and photo set with Advanced

Inspection levels

Choose your inspection level

Three levels, from essential road-worthy checks to a comprehensive inspection.

  • Basic

    Essential checks before you buy

    What’s included

    • Road-worthy checks (brakes, lights, tyres, fluids)
    • OBD scan
    • Brief test-drive (where safe) & summary notes
  • Intermediate

    Includes everything in Basic, plus:

    What’s included

    • Suspension & steering checks
    • Bodywork & interior condition report
    • Photos of any issues found
  • Advanced

    Our most detailed inspection

    What’s included

    • Comprehensive inspection
    • Extended road test
    • Detailed report, photo set & priority booking

Enter the reg of the car you’re buying to see the price of each level, then choose a time that suits you.

Get my price

How it works

How to book an inspection

Get your price online, pick a time that suits you, and we’ll come out to inspect the car. See how it works and how our pricing works.

  1. Enter the reg

    Enter the reg of the car you’re buying — we look up its make, model and engine.

  2. Choose your inspection

    See your price for Basic, Intermediate or Advanced.

  3. Pick a date & time

    Choose an appointment slot and book online. You pay when the job’s done.

  4. We come to you

    Our mechanic comes out to inspect the car. Please make sure the seller agrees to the inspection.

Get an instant quote

Exact price for your car is shown when you enter your reg.

FAQ

Inspection questions

Which inspection level should I choose?
  • Basic covers road-worthy checks (brakes, lights, tyres, fluids), an OBD scan and a brief test-drive where safe, with summary notes.
  • Intermediate adds suspension and steering checks, a bodywork and interior condition report, and photos of any issues found.
  • Advanced is our most detailed inspection, with an extended road test, a detailed report, a photo set and priority booking.

Enter the car’s reg to see the price of each level.

Who carries out the inspection?

One of our own mechanics — we never subcontract. Our mechanics are qualified to NVQ Level 3 equivalent and fully insured. The team includes manufacturer training with Volkswagen Group, Citroën and BMW, and more than 20 years’ combined experience in the motor trade.

What if the inspection finds a problem?

You’ll see it in your summary notes or report, with photos of any issues found on Intermediate and Advanced, so you can decide whether to go ahead. If you buy the car, message us on WhatsApp for a price on repairs we carry out, such as brakes and engine & mechanical repairs, or book a service.

How quickly can you book me in?

Same-day appointments are often available, depending on your postcode and the job. We also take call-outs 24/7.

How do I get a quote?

Enter your registration in the quote box to see your price instantly, or message us on WhatsApp with your reg, postcode and the work needed.

Where we’re based

Used car inspections near you

Each shaded circle shows roughly how far we travel from one of our five bases. If you’re just outside a circle, message us and we’ll let you know.

We cover around 30 miles from each base

Pre-purchase inspection

Buying a used car?

Enter the reg for an instant price, or message us on WhatsApp with any questions before you book.

  • Same-day availability
  • Full diagnostics and reporting
  • Transparent, upfront pricing