- Body panel condition for damage / corrosion / alignment
- Evidence of body repair or panel replacement
- Paintwork condition and originality
- Measure & record paint depths
- Chassis / Understructure / damage / corrosion
- Evidence of structural repairs
- Condition and security of sub-frame
- Corrosion protection
- Door adjustments / alignments
- Door hinges/locks and stays
- Exterior trim / mouldings
- Interior trim/ door trim panels / head lining
- Seat position adjusters
- Dash panel
- Stowage bins / cup holders
- Seat mountings / security
- Seat adjustments
- Seat upholstery
- Sun visors
- Bumpers /spoilers
- Number plates
- Boot lid / tailgate / locks / hinges
- Boot compartment area & trim
- Boot lid / tailgate cable release
- Bonnet catches and release mechanism
- Remote fuel filler release
- Window winder operations
- Glass for chips /scratches plus seals
- Window wiper arms / blades
- Availability of spare keys
- Interior rear view mirror
- Manual sun roof operation
- Manual door mirror condition / adjustment
- Manual soft top condition / operation
- Tonneau cover condition
- Mud flaps
- Remove / refit under tray
- Remove / refit upper engine covers
- Engine oil level / oil condition
- Evidence of oil leaks
- Timing belt service replacement advice
- Auxiliary drive belt(s) condition / adjustment
- Oil cooler matrix / pipes & hoses
- Breather pipes / hoses
- Turbocharger / supercharger
- Intercooler matrix / pipes / hoses
- Mechanical engine noise levels cold
- Mechanical engine noise levels hot
- Engine running performance
- Engine mountings / stabilisers
- Oil temperature / pressures if gauges fitted
- Oil pressure warning light
- Catalytic converter visual condition
- Exhaust manifold(s)
- Exhaust pipes/ silencers
- Exhaust mountings / heat shields
- Exhaust leaks / noise level
- Visible exhaust emissions
- Radiator & mountings
- Coolant hoses & pipes
- Water pump (where visible)
- Header tank
- Pressure cap
- Coolant level & visual condition
- Record Anti-freeze strength
- Coolant leaks
- Core plugs
- Thermostat operation
- Viscous / electric radiator fan operation
- Engine temperature monitoring
- Fuel tank & mountings
- Fuel pump
- Fuel filler cap and breather
- Fuel pipes & hoses
- Visible fuel leaks
- Fuel filter where visible
- Air filter inspection
- Accelerator pedal /cable / linkage
- Battery visible condition /security
- Battery terminals
- Alternator charging voltage recorded
- Electrolyte level (where applicable)
- Alternator security
- Visible wiring & connections
- Starter motor performance
- Ignition switch
- Side light & reflectors
- Brake lights /high level light
- Indicator lights
- Indicator switch self cancelling
- Fog & high intensity lights
- Headlamp units
- Headlamp dip & main beam
- Reverse lights
- Number plate lights
- Hazard warning lights
- Instrument / panel lights
- Interior /courtesy lights
- Headlamp wash / wipe
- Headlamp beam adjustment
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- Warning lights
- Front / rear wiper operations
- Rain sensors
- Front /rear window washers
- Heated rear window
- Heated windscreen
- Heating / ventilation & controls
- Air conditioning / climate control
- Record A/C output minimum temperature
- Instruments & Gauges
- Controls / switches
- Trip computer
- Electric windows
- Remote locking
- Horn
- Radio / cassette / CD basic operations
- Manual / electric aerial
- Electric sun roof
- Electric roof / hood operations
- Parking sensors
- Clutch pedal / linkage
- Clutch hydraulics
- Manual gear selection
- Transmission noise levels
- Transmission oil leaks
- Prop shafts / drive shafts
- Constant velocity joints & gaiters
- Final drive units
- Transmission backlash
- Universal joints
- 4 WD operations
- High / low range / diff lock
- Free wheel hubs
- Gear range warning lights
- Automatic gear selection
- Sport / Economy modes
- Manual select modes
- Inhibitor switch operation
- Suspension sub frame
- Sub frame mountings
- Suspension springs / torsion bars / hydro gas units
- Dampers / mountings
- Bump stops
- Anti roll bars
- Suspension arms / mountings
- Tie bars / trailing arms
- Ball joints
- Wheel bearings
- Steering rack / box
- Steering column / shafts
- Track rod joints
- Gaiters
- Steering lock stops
- Hydraulic power steering pump / fluid reservoir
- Hydraulic pipes / hoses
- Electronic Power Steering
- Visual evidence of geometry misalignments
- Brake master cylinder / linkage
- Brake fluid level & visual condition
- Hydraulic pipes / hoses
- Vacuum servo / Vacuum pump
- Parking brake operation / adjustment
- Footbrake operation-static
- Brake discs / pads condition (where visible)
- Mechanical load sensing valve
- Tyre condition and record tread depths
- Check for uneven wear
- Tyre size / speed / load ratings
- Tyre pressures & record
- Pressures adjust if necessary for road test
- Tyre make / suitability
- Remove / check / spare wheel / carrier
- Alloy wheel condition
- Security wheel nuts & adaptor
- Wheel trims
- Emergency tool kit
- 9+ mile road test
- Engine Cold starting / running
- Monitor engine warm up time
- Monitor engine running temperature
- Engine performance / noise levels
- Clutch / gearbox operations
- Foot / parking brake performance
- ABS operation
- General handling
- Steering wheel position
- Cruise control
- Final checks for leaks; temperatures; noise levels, etc
- Print and record Diagnostic results
- Numerous photographs of areas of concern / interest.
- Check & record available V5 document
- Check & record chassis / VIN number
- Check & record engine number (where visible)
- Check & record MOT expiry
- Check & record Excise licence expiry
- Check & record available service records.
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