Top Mechanics For Pre Purchase Inspections in England
96 Reviews
Garage in England, 9 years of experience
Qwikfix Mobile mechanics Ltd operate as mobile mechanics, bringing the garage to wherever you are, at a time most convenient for you and at reasonable price! We carry out the following works (and more!): -P...
70 Reviews
Garage in England, 15 years of experience
We do a range of work and have 15 years of experience. We do the following: - services - brakes and suspension work - clutch/flywheel - MoT - vehicle inspections/reports - diagnostics - timing belts...
MUKESH, PADWORTH • 20th December 2024
Mercedes-Benz A-Class • Basic Pre-purchase Inspection
30 Reviews
Garage in England, 23 years of experience
As a mobile mechanic i got a lot of experience and lots of private jobs done on cars and get them back on the running and made them to get long term life
ASHLEY, Stevenage • 19th December 2024
Volkswagen Caddy • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection
266 Reviews
Garage in England, 25 years of experience
I started my career at 16 years old at a ford main dealer studying for my qualifications at the same time. Moved from ford and started building cars for films (And in the back ground started as a part tim...
AMELIA, Aldershot • 19th December 2024
Volkswagen Transporter • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
38 Reviews
Garage in England, 7 years of experience
Delivering a quality service is the main priority for me. I have several years of experience working on all makes and models. Using up to date diagnostic equipment, I can successfully diagnose and rectify. S...
MATTHEW, BAKEWELL • 18th December 2024
Alfa Romeo 156 • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection
12 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in England, 10 years of experience
I've worked in the motor trade since I was 18 and have experience off all makes of vehicles including classics and commercial. I'm a qualified BMW and Mini technician and spent most of my career with the ...
DAN, Milton Keynes • 18th December 2024
Kia ceed • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
797 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in England, 15 years of experience
I am a fully qualified and skilled mechanic - able to diagnose and repair vehicles also inspect them - i have worked on high end prestige vehicles including old classic cars as well as motor homes also thous...
HEATHER, STURRY • 18th December 2024
Volvo V70 • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
124 Reviews
Garage in England, 10 years of experience
Over 17 years in the motor industry as a mechanic, in sales and managing my own mobile maintenance company. Starting out as a HGV mechanic apprentice and moving into commercial sales i have a wide variety of...
NICHOLAS, BINFIELD • 17th December 2024
Ford Focus • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection
817 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in England, 14 years of experience
Having previously worked for one of the U.K largest used car dealership I gained valuable experience working with all makes and models for 6 years. I then moved on to further my experience and worked for a...
GEORGE, UPMINSTER, ESSEX. • 17th December 2024
Ford Focus • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
8 Reviews
Garage in England, 15 years of experience
We pride ourselves on providing quality repairs and quality customer service. We have over 15 years of Mechanical experience and are the prime in need to tackle any mechanical job.
MARY, BIRMINGHAM, WARWICKSHIRE • 17th December 2024
Mazda CX-5 • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection
1680 Reviews
Garage in England, 8 years of experience
I started my career as a mechanic at BMW undertaking an apprenticeship which lasted 4 years. After learning all the tricks of the trade at BMW I then went onto Land Rover for 2 years further enhancing my ski...
DYLAN, Scunthorpe • 16th December 2024
Audi A6 Saloon • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
726 Reviews
Garage in England, 30 years of experience
We are a group of skill full and highly qualified technicians based in West London and we have been running a successful mechanic & mobile repair business. Have a good client base and we specialise in comi...
14 Reviews
Garage in England, 6 years of experience
German specialist garage based in EDGWARE HA86LN. We M O T cars bikes and small vans. All mechanical work welcome. We also do online coding on Mercedes, BMW and MINI. Our garage provides insurance approved i...
142 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in England, 10 years of experience
BMW Group Senior technican, Air conditioning certified, Hybrid / High voltage certified, MOT tester.
RAYHAN, Preston • 15th December 2024
Mercedes-Benz E-Class • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
274 Reviews
Garage in England, 12 years of experience
Having being in the motortrade industry for over a decade, I have increased my knowledge dramatically by getting my level 3 in vehicle maintenance, then going onto university to study motorsport engineering ...
LEAH, LONDON • 15th December 2024
Mercedes-Benz Viano • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection
Frequently asked questions about pre-purchase inspections in England
Read our answers to questions about pre-purchase inspection costs, symptoms and more.
I plan to buy a used car in England - do I need a pre-purchase inspection?
A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in England 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 detailed email 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 6 mechanics in England doing pre-purchase inspections.
What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?
If you book a pre-purchase inspection in England, a vetted mechanic servicing England 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.
Do I need to get permission for a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic in England?
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.
I have booked a used vehicle inspection in England - do I have to be present?
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).
Does the pre-purchase inspection come with a warranty?
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 England are most popular for second hand Citroen, Mazda, and Mitsubishi.
Can I book a follow up appointment?
Following your used car inspection in England, 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.
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Mechanics in and around England
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- OJ Auto Refinement, Watford Village
Photos of the car were the unexpected clincher (although I was glad to see the documentation, I didn't pass on any details in the end). The notes on the photos that point out specific problems are really helpful.
For example, suspension, brakes and tyres all have problems. Most cars do, so I could almost just think of it as a cost of a cheaper deal, but the tyres were described in the ad as "excellent", and the MOT date was advertised as December 2025 before it had actually been done (after I asked about the mismatch with gov uk records). So that hardly inspires confidence. "If the price is too good to be true..."
The main kicker for me was the oil leaking all over the engine. Not a good look!
It seems to be a car that's been a bit neglected, after a careful owner ran out of warranty, sold on or traded up, and the next owner may have had to fit strictly into a budget for only doing essential MOT repairs.
With words like "ASAP" and "excessive" on repair and wear in the report (which I agree with), it's surprising that this car passed an MOT just this week.”