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Top Mechanics For Pre Purchase Inspections in Hove

574 Reviews

Garage serving Hove, 13 years of experience

Joseph Bloomfield Mobile Mechanic. The business covers all makes/models & repairs, so no job is too big or too small. I cover the South Coast area & beyond.

271 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Hove, 24 years of experience

Edward 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 impressive 3 years running, being crowned number...

722 Reviews

Garage serving Hove, 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...

222 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Hove, 34 years of experience

I began my career with Ford where I completed my 3 year apprenticeship. My career thne moved to the independent route where I worked with various garages gaining experience on various makes/models. The exper...

ANDREW, HOVE 25th February 2023

Ford Transit • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

191 Reviews

Garage serving Hove, 42 years of experience

Hi MDK Vehicle Repairs Ltd offers a convenient, cost effective, professional mobile solution for your vehicle repairs, some of the services we offer are Alternators, Batteries, Brakes, Drive Belts, Pre-Pu...

319 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Hove, 9 years of experience

I started my career in 2012 as an apprentice for Mercedes-Benz carrying out my NVQ1, NVQ2, and NVQ3 alongside this I have also carried out additional training and qualifications to specialize in Mercedes-Ben...

337 Reviews

Garage serving Hove, 20 years of experience

Full range of mechanical work including full diagnostic equipment, service and repair, welding, mot prep, car delivery

SYLVIA, BRIGHTON AND HOVE 24th August 2023

Iveco Daily S Class • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

4 Reviews

Garage serving Hove, 16 years of experience

Sivtech Garage Ltd has been operating since March 2017. We offer a 2 ramp workshop and offer full mobile capabilities and on site diagnostics. Ashley has been in the trade since he was 16 years old working f...

20 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Hove, 25 years of experience

I have been in the trade for a long number of years and I began when I was just 16 years old when I was fixing cars with my father. The business operates both garage and mobile services for customers conveni...

796 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Hove, 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...

CHRIS, LANCING 30th October 2024

Peugeot 107 • Basic Pre-purchase Inspection

108 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Hove, 15 years of experience

I started my automotive career when I left school in Hungary in the 1990's. I then went to college and studied automotive technical engineering. Following this I worked at a local independent garage for 5 ye...

60 Reviews

Garage serving Hove, 16 years of experience

I joined the army in 2002 as a tank driver. I carried out my level 1 and 2 NVQ in motor mechanics where I worked on all different types of vehicles from tanks car’s, Land Rover, lorry’s and tractors. When I ...

JOSH, NEWICK 20th April 2022

Audi RS6 Avant • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

13 Reviews

Garage serving Hove, 14 years of experience

Adsin Limited – Your car repair specialist. We provide professional car servicing, repairs, diagnostics, body repair and MOT testing to all makes and models – with a focus on friendly and skilled service tha...

271 Reviews

Garage serving Hove, 15 years of experience

Have 15 years of experience as an mot inspector and can check if car is road legal and safe to drive

Frequently asked questions about pre-purchase inspections in Hove

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

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

A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in Hove 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 26 mechanics in Hove doing pre-purchase inspections.

What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?

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

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 Hove - 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 Hove are most popular for second hand BMW, Ford, and Volvo.

Can I book a follow up appointment?

Following your used car inspection in Hove, 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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