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Top Mechanics For Pre Purchase Inspections in South Yorkshire

1673 Reviews

Garage in South Yorkshire, 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...

CAROLINE, SHEFFIELD 16th November 2024

Dacia Sandero • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

83 Reviews

Garage in South Yorkshire, 10 years of experience

Hi we are 1st Gear Autos Ltd, we have over 20 years combined experience working on a variety of light vehicles and hgvs. No job is ever too big or too small. We are fully mobile or you can come to our workpl...

5 Reviews

Garage in South Yorkshire, 6 years of experience

We try to get the job done the same day :) 6 years of experience in the trade!

MOSTAFA, SHEFFIELD 26th October 2024

Mercedes-Benz C-Class • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

49 Reviews

Garage in South Yorkshire, 13 years of experience

3 years learning roadside repairs 5 years across different garages 3 years self employed 1 year managing a garage 1 year specialising in dpfs and gpfs.

46 Reviews

Garage in South Yorkshire, 19 years of experience

Fully qualified level 3 dealer mechanics ev/hybrid trained with mot license.

289 Reviews

Garage in South Yorkshire, 15 years of experience

Having done my apprenticeship in an independent garage for 5 years then spending the Last year of the apprenticeship at Volkswagen and spent 7 years thereafter. Left VW for Peugeot then BMW for couple years....

208 Reviews

Garage in South Yorkshire, 30 years of experience

Multibrand master techs in house / experience in all major german brand vehicles including prestigious cars, RAC Approved Garage

43 Reviews

Garage in South Yorkshire, 23 years of experience

CarFix owner Alec, is a fully qualified Master technician and Certified Automotive Engineer recognised by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) whom specialises in vehicle Diagnostics on both cars and li...

86 Reviews

Garage in South Yorkshire, 18 years of experience

PK Autos established in 2017, PK Autos as been maintaining and repairing cars to the the highest possible standards. With over 17 years experience in a main dealer we can guarentee a main dealer experience a...

94 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in South Yorkshire, 25 years of experience

I graduated from North Notts College and then moved on to do my apprenticeship at a placement in Retford, Nottinghamshire. The garage I worked out of specialized in Vauxhall repairs and servicing. I learned ...

204 Reviews

Garage in South Yorkshire, 10 years of experience

we are a family run business specialising in complex diagnostics issues and emissions problems including dpf filters we also have a fully equipped workshop to carry out general repairs and maintenance we are...

191 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving South Yorkshire, 8 years of experience

IMI level 3 IMI level 2 MOT tester Over 10 years experience in the motor trade covering the Yorkshire area.

47 Reviews

Garage serving South Yorkshire, 9 years of experience

I am a fully qualified Volkswagen technician, this is where I carried out my apprenticeship when I was training to be a technician, I then moved into many independent garages to get experience on all makes a...

701 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving South Yorkshire, 8 years of experience

I started by studying at City College in Leeds and gained my City & Guild qualifications up to level 3 and I undertook a garage job whilst studying in order to gain great experience. Whilst I was studying I ...

73 Reviews

Garage serving South Yorkshire, 5 years of experience

Qwickfix always aim for the best, always happy to go the extra mile for all our customers.

Frequently asked questions about pre-purchase inspections in South Yorkshire

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

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

A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in South Yorkshire 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 36 mechanics in South Yorkshire doing pre-purchase inspections.

What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?

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

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 South Yorkshire - 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 South Yorkshire are most popular for second hand Land Rover, Honda, and Mitsubishi.

Can I book a follow up appointment?

Following your used car inspection in South Yorkshire, 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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