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Top Mechanics For Pre Purchase Inspections in Greater Manchester

38 Reviews

Garage in Greater Manchester, 20 years of experience

I am an expert mechanic that will come to you for all vehicle repairs With over 19 years of industry experience, I provide my customers at Dixon's Mobile Autocare with a professional mechanic service, deliv...

5 Reviews

Garage in Greater Manchester, 18 years of experience

ex ats emplay 5 years BMW main dealer engine rebuild service inspection disc and pads body panel replacement

19 Reviews

Garage in Greater Manchester, 15 years of experience

15 years experience on car, commercial and PSV. Bus Specialist. Advanced diagnostics available. Serving Greater Manchester and surrounding areas.

1015 Reviews

Garage in Greater Manchester, 14 years of experience

Jonathan and his team at Northern Motors provides a reliable and professional mobile mechanic service that covers the whole of the North West area of England! With over 10 years of experience in the motor...

52 Reviews

Garage in Greater Manchester, 11 years of experience

I have worked for Volkswagen as a senior technician overseeing other technicians I have also recently left working for a well known leading breakdown company to set up on my own as a mobile mechanic

50 Reviews

Garage in Greater Manchester, 8 years of experience

2016 Trafford Mot and services, carry out services, repairs, Diagnostic, change and repairs tyres. etc 2020 Chorlton mot and service, carry out MOT Inspection on class 4 & 7 up to DVSA standard. Also carry...

59 Reviews

Garage in Greater Manchester, 12 years of experience

Worked The Last 10 Years as a Mobile Service Technician For ATS before This I was a Branch Manager At National Tyres

3 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Greater Manchester, 18 years of experience

HGV/commercial mechanic diagnosing and repairing trucks,trailers,vans & car for many year. I worked for a local family run garage. Now I have been working for my self for just over a year now having a great ...

CALEB, MANCHESTER LANCASHIRE 3rd July 2024

Lexus IS 250 • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

19 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Greater Manchester, 25 years of experience

The Car Consultants was set up by Edd Hunt. Edd Hunt is currently ranked Number 1 in the UK & Ireland according to the League of True Mechanics having won the National competition & held the title an impr...

22 Reviews

Garage in Greater Manchester, 20 years of experience

We are a one-stop garage offering a wide range of repairs including diagnostics, engine repairs, brakes, servicing, timing belts, clutches, and more.

70 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Greater Manchester, 18 years of experience

Having 16 years of experience and going in servicing and repairing vehicles to the highest standards and achieving all targets on time leaving all customers satisficed. Specializing on Mercedes brand but not...

68 Reviews

Garage in Greater Manchester, 7 years of experience

Worked in vehicle recovery/repair for last 5 years. Services include Recovery Diagnostic Jump starts Wheel changes Bulb changes Servicing(oil and filters) Brakes Exhaust We can also recover and s...

229 Reviews

Garage in Greater Manchester, 24 years of experience

When I left school I wanted to fix cars so the natural path to go along was to go to college, and do my city and guilds. After this however my career took a slight change in direction and I went working for ...

205 Reviews

Garage in Greater Manchester, 20 years of experience

Started when left school. Did training with YTS at Vauxhall main dealer in Bolton, then went on to national tyres, went on to charlie browns where I became a MOT tester. Worked at Honda in Bolton for 3 years...

Frequently asked questions about pre-purchase inspections in Greater Manchester

Read our answers to questions about pre-purchase inspection costs, symptoms and more.

I plan to buy a used car in Greater Manchester - do I need a pre-purchase inspection?

A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in Greater Manchester 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 Premium 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 62 mechanics in Greater Manchester doing pre-purchase inspections.

What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?

If you book a pre-purchase inspection in Greater Manchester, a vetted mechanic servicing Greater Manchester 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 Greater Manchester?

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 Greater Manchester - 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 Greater Manchester are most popular for second hand Fiat, BMW, and Renault.

Can I book a follow up appointment?

Following your used car inspection in Greater Manchester, 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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