Inspectacar - Terms and Conditions

1. Whilst Inspectacar Ltd follows strict inspection procedures and utilise the latest specialist testing equipment, we can not be held responsible for any latent or intermittent defects that were not apparent at the time of the inspection. It would not be possible for anyone to give 100% assurance on any used vehicle; even a brand new vehicle can develop defects that were previously not evident.
Buying a used vehicle will always involve some degree of risk but we believe our thorough inspection will substantially reduce the risk of any defects developing in the foreseeable future.

2. The engineer cannot be expected comment on the vehicle’s exact specification due to the numerous variations and optional extras that can affect any particular model range. The main purpose of the inspection is to comment on the vehicle’s roadworthiness and overall condition.

3. The service involves visual examinations of visible external components only.

4. No dismantling will take place with the possible exception of the examination of air filters, stowage bins spare wheel and filler caps, engine covers and under trays.

5. The following items cannot be checked: a. Oil / fuel consumption. b. Cylinder compressions /oil pressures. c. Oil grade / viscosity /suitability. d. Fuel /air filters. e. Brake fluid specification / condition. f. The accuracy of any in- car computers i.e. fuel usage, guidance systems, CD players and multi functions of any in- car entertainment systems or alarm / anti theft system. g .exhaust emissions requiring specialist equipment. h. Air conditioning system /climate controls other than temperature outputs. I. Brake pads / shoes that are not clearly visible.

6. The engineer can only comment on defects found which are reasonably capable of being found at the time of the inspection. We cannot be held responsible for any latent defects which are discovered at a later date. For instance, high mileage vehicles that may have been abused or inadequately serviced, e.g. an engine may have been run previously with low oil /coolant levels and may have latent defects that could reduce its normal life expectancy but may not exhibit any visual, audible apparent performance loss at the time of the inspection.

7. The electronic diagnostic test equipment cannot be used on all vehicles and may not always be as effective as the manufacturers own test equipment. This test will only be used for recording any fault codes that may be present in the electronic control unit’s memory.

8. Any valuation, service schedules advice or repair estimate information offered will be via a recognised third party provider and will be an approximate guide only.

9. The Road Test will be restricted by the local traffic and speed restrictions and although every effort will be made to achieve a minimum of 7 miles distance the national speed limit maximum, this may not always be achievable. Distances /speeds achieved will be entered in the report.

10. It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that we have permission for the inspection to be carried out at the vendor’s premises and that a suitable hard standing area will be available.

11. All inspection fees must be paid for in full by credit/debit card at the time of the booking. We reserve the right to deduct a cancellation fee of £25 if we are not given a minimum of 12 hours notice from the time the inspection was to be undertaken.

12. If the inspection involves a Car Data Check and is cancelled as result of the details provided from this check or for any other reason beyond our control, then a deduction for the cost of the Data Check will be made. This is currently £25-00 inclusive.

13. We reserve the right to refuse to inspect the vehicle if it is found to be different from that described at the time of booking, for instance; higher engine capacity, a non standard or modified vehicle.

14. Every effort will be made to carry out the inspection as soon as possible after the booking, however, we cannot be held responsible for any delays resulting from circumstances outside our reasonable control.

15. The inspection will be for the sole use of the customer and not for the use of, or to be relied on by any third party.

16. Any dissatisfaction about the service must be reported to us at the earliest opportunity and no repairs should be carried out on the subject vehicle until we have been given the opportunity to re-inspect the vehicle. We reserve the right to have the vehicle / component re-inspected by an independent Engineer.

17. Any complaints should be in writing to Inspectacar Ltd, 4 Old Farm Close, Willaston, Wirral CH64 1TX.