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Top Mechanics For Pre Purchase Inspections in England

1691 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...

284 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in England, 10 years of experience

Hi I’m Michal. I've been doing cars for about 10 years specifically for Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician last 2.5 years. Had lots of training in recent VW group technology so that’...

279 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 ...

437 Reviews

Garage in England, 17 years of experience

Talk Torque Ltd T/A Car Surgeon™ Car Surgeon™ is an auto repair facility dedicated to quality service and maintenance of general, high-end and performance vehicles at an affordable price. Many mainland...

142 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...

69 Reviews

Garage in England, 30 years of experience

Unity Tyres provide a comprehensive range of services for the motorist of today. With over 30 years experience in the motor trade we are a on call mobile service on a journey to promptly take care of all...

TONI, COPPULL 18th January 2025

DS DS 3 • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

39 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

3 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in England, 15 years of experience

Northgate vehicle hire Vertu Mercedes Benz Autotech Reading Calcot cars Mercedes independent specialist

827 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...

35 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in England, 6 years of experience

Benger-Pearson Mechanical is a mobile mechanics service based in Lichfield, Staffordshire. With over 6 years experience in both main dealers and independent specialists.

CHRISTOPHER, Walsall 17th January 2025

Volvo XC90 • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

8 Reviews

Garage in England, 17 years of experience

Mobile mechanic with 15+ years of experience. Catering for all types of vehicles. Spent many years in independent garages and working as a freelance VDA. Here to provide an honest and reliable service for all.

43 Reviews

Garage in England, 10 years of experience

As a Mot tester with over a decade experience I have been working on various cars and models and have carried out diagnostics, battery replacement, services including brake pads and discs and other mechanica...

338 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in England, 34 years of experience

I have worked for some of the UK’s largest names in motor vehicle repair/breakdown sector Establishing my own business in 2005 offering a professional,friendly and reliable mobile service covering most car...

17 Reviews

Garage in England, 12 years of experience

We provide various different types of services whether it be as simple as a service or more complex fixes such as timing chains or engine rebuilds. We take huge pride in our work and make sure it is done to ...

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 5 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 .

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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