Record the engine type - Record data

Record the fuel type - Record data

Record the transmission type - Record data

Record the registration number - Record data

Record the VIN number - Record data

Record the mileage - Record data

Record year car was manufactured - Record data

Record the date of first registration - Record data

Record the date/mileage of the last service - Record data

Record the date/mileage of the next service due - Record data

Keys - Check all keys are present

Manufacturer recall and safety campaigns - Check for any manufacturer recall and safety campaigns

Car’s history report - Check car’s history report

Car’s maintenance history - Check the car’s maintenance history is present

Key operation lock and unlock/start - Check operation

Key blades - Check present (if applicable) and check operation

Comfort opening - Check operation (if applicable)

Windscreen - Check all glass meets standards

Side windows between A & C pillar - Check condition

Side windows between C & D pillar - Check condition

Rear windscreen - Check condition

Side view mirror housing - Check condition

Outside mirror glass - Check condition

Bonnet - Check the bonnet inside and out for paint defects and previous accident damage

Front bumper - Check for paint defects and previous accident damage

Grille - Check for signs of damage

Front number plate - New plates are fitted

Front lights - Check for signs of damage

Driver's side front wheel arch - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Driver's side front wing - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Driver's side front door - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Driver's side front mirror - Check for signs of damage

Driver's side front door sill - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Driver's side front trim surrounds - Check for signs of damage and defects

Driver's side rear trim surrounds - Check for signs of damage and defects

Driver's side middle panel - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Driver's side rear door sill - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Driver's side roof rail - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Driver's side rear door - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues. Check door seal and window

Driver's side rear wheel arch - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Driver's side panel between the rear door and boot - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Fuel filler flap - Check for signs of damage

Rear tailgate - Check for signs of damage to the seals and check for alignment issues

Rear bumper - Check for paint defects and previous accident damage

Rear window - Check for signs of damage

Rear number plate - Fit new number plates

Passenger side front wheel arch - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Passenger's side front wing - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Passenger's side front door - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues. Check door seal and window

Passenger's side front mirror - Check for signs of damage

Passenger's side front trim surrounds - Check for signs of damage and defects

Passenger's side rear trim surrounds - Check for signs of damage and defects

Passenger's side middle panel - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Passenger side door sills - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Passenger's side roof rail - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Passenger's side rear door - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues. Check door seal and window

Passenger's side rear wheel arch - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

Passenger's side panel between the rear door and boot - Check for panel defects, paint defects and alignment issues

General condition - Diagnostic check

Smoke emissions - Check emissions are within standards

Engine oil - Top up engine oil level if necessary

Timing belt - Check for change date/mileage and replace if necessary

Multi V-belt - Check condition and replace if necessary

Washer bottle - Top up washer bottle

Coolant - Adjust coolant content if necessary

Radiator - Check for leaks and damage

Cooling system - Check condition of cooling system and hoses

Water pump - Check for signs of leakage or damage to pipe

Coolant fan - Check for signs of damage

Upper engine mounts - Check for signs of damage

Intercooler - Check for leaks and damage

Oil cooler - Check for leaks and damage

Engine air filter - Check and change if it's reached its required service interval

Interior air filter - Check and change if it's reached its required service interval

Evidence of water leaks - Check for leaks

Front under bonnet - Check for defects, previous accident damage, missing components

Springs - Check condition and replace if necessary

Shock absorbers - Check condition and replace if necessary

Bushes and joints - Check condition and replace if necessary

Stabilisers - Check condition and replace if necessary

Bearings - Check condition and replace if necessary

Dust caps - Check condition and replace if necessary

Struts - Check condition and replace if necessary

Support arms - Check condition and replace if necessary

Control arms - Check condition and replace if necessary

Steering wheel - Check steering wheel has no damage

Steering wheel - Multi functional controls - Check all controls function as expected

Free Play at steering wheel - Check for play and adjust/replace if necessary

Power steering reservoir - Top up steering fluid level if necessary

Power steering reservoir - Check security and for leaks/replace if necessary

Power steering pump - Check condition and replace if necessary

Power steering circuit - Check security and for leaks/replace if necessary

Metal couplings - Check condition and replace if necessary

Tie rods - Check condition and replace if necessary

Dust caps - Check condition and replace if necessary

Rubber couplings - Check condition and replace if necessary

Steering rack, track rods, hoses, lines, connections - Check condition and replace if necessary

Driveshafts - Check condition and replace if necessary

Automatic transmission - Check condition and repair/replace if necessary

Automatic transmission fluid - Check condition and replace if necessary

Manual transmission - Check condition and repair/replace if necessary

Clutch - Check condition and replace if necessary

Automatic transmission mounts - Check condition and replace if necessary

Flexible coupling - Check condition and replace if necessary

Universal joint - Check condition and replace if necessary

Torque rods - Check condition and replace if necessary

Central differential - Check condition and repair/replace if necessary

Passenger's side front bearings - Check for signs of wear or damage

Passenger's side rear bearings - Check for signs of wear or damage

Driver's side front bearings - Check for signs of wear or damage

Driver's side rear bearings - Check for signs of wear or damage

Underbody brakes - Inspect brake lines and condition of hoses

Passenger's side front brake pads - Check condition and replace if necessary

Passenger's side front brake discs/drums - Check condition and replace if necessary

Passenger's side rear brake pads - Check condition and replace if necessary

Passenger's side rear brake discs - Check condition and replace if necessary

Passenger's side rear brake drums - Check condition and replace if necessary

Driver's side front brake pads - Check condition and replace if necessary

Driver's side front brake discs/drums - Check condition and replace if necessary

Driver's side rear brake pads - Check condition and replace if necessary

Driver's side rear brake discs - Check condition and replace if necessary

Driver's side rear brake drums - Check condition and replace if necessary

Handbrake and electronic parking brake - Adjust if required and check for signs of damage

Calipers front and rear - Check they are securely fastened and check for leaks, replace if necessary

Brake fluid reservoir - Check they are securely fastened and check for leaks, replace if necessary

Brake fluid cap - Check they are securely fastened and check for leaks, replace if necessary

Master cylinder - Check they are securely fastened and for leaks, replace if necessary

Brake pedal - Check they are securely fastened and check condition, replace if necessary

Brake pedal surface - Check they are securely fastened and check condition, replace if necessary

Hoses - Check they are securely fastened and check condition, replace if necessary

Lines/pipes - Check they are securely fastened and check condition, replace if necessary

Anti-lock braking system (ABS) - Check condition and replace if necessary

Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning system - Check condition and investigate, repair as necessary

Check tyres are matched by size, profile and speed rating - Check correct

Tyre tread depth – front tyre (L) - Check depth

Tyre tread depth – front tyre (R) - Check depth

Tyre tread depth – rear tyre (L) - Check depth

Tyre tread depth – rear tyres (R) - Check depth

Tyre pressure – front tyre (L) - Check pressure

Tyre pressure – front tyre (R) - Check pressure

Tyre pressure – rear tyre (L) - Check pressure

Tyre pressure – rear tyre (R) - Check pressure

Normal tyre wear - Check condition

Tyre direction - Check correct

Spare tyre size - Check correct

Spare tyre type - Check correct

Normal spare tyre wear - Check condition

Spare tyre tread depth - Check depth

Spare tyre pressure - Check pressure

Wheels match and are correct size - Check correct

Wheel trims - Check condition

Wheel centre caps - Check condition

Rims - Check condition

Test battery and terminals and print out - Check battery condition and voltage, replace if required

Wiring - Check condition

Start motor - Check condition

Ignition switch - Check operation

Start button - Check operation

Air conditioning/climate control - Confirm working

Blowers - Confirm working

Ventilation grilles - Confirm working

Control panel - Confirm working

Front/rear window heating - Confirm working

Defrosting and demisting - Confirm working

Starter operation - Confirm working

Front indicators - Confirm working

Passenger airbag off switch - Confirm working

Parking aids and warning systems including camera - Confirm working

Power to 12v socket(s) - Confirm working

Window mechanisms - Confirm working

Seat adjustments including electric operation - Confirm working

Sun or convertible roof operation - Confirm working

Check onboard computer for AdBlue level - Confirm working

Fuel consumption and multi-function display - Confirm working

Adjust clock to correct time - Confirm working

Reset mileage trip and average fuel consumption - Confirm working

Fuel gauge level - Confirm working

Electric charge level if EV or plug-in hybrid - Confirm working

Satellite navigation - Confirm working

Navigation card/CD - Make sure the SD card, and/or satellite navigation disc is present

Central locking - Confirm working

Alarm/theft-deterrent system - Confirm working

OBD system - Confirm working

Central display - Confirm working

Dashboard lights - Confirm working

Instrument panel - Confirm working

Entertainment system - Confirm working

Remote entry system - Confirm working

Remote boot lid release - Confirm working

Fuel filler door release - Confirm working

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Confirm working

Hybrid and EV information display - Confirm working

Cruise control - Confirm working

Adaptive cruise control - Confirm working (if applicable)

Speed limiter - Confirm working (if applicable)

Service indicators - Check when service is due

Electric car charging cable, fuel release flap and electrical flaps - Check working

Washers - Confirm working

Windscreen wiper system front/rear - Confirm working

Windscreen wipers front/rear - Check condition

Washer fluid - Check level and top up if required

Washer fluid reservoir - Check security

Rear seat operation including centre arm rest - Confirm working

Door child lock operation - Confirm working

Tailgate release - Confirm working

Power to 12v socket, including the rear passenger compartment and boot (if applicable) - Confirm working

Headset(s) present for rear ICE - Confirm working

Rear indicators - Confirm working

Hazard lights - Confirm working

Headlights dip - Confirm working

Flash - Confirm working

Full beam - Confirm working

City lights - Confirm working

Front fog lights - Confirm working

Parking side lights - Confirm working

Number plate lights - Confirm working

Rear reflectors - Confirm working

Side retro reflectors - Confirm working

Horn - Confirm working

Brake lights - Confirm working

Third brake light - Confirm working

Rear lights - Confirm working

Rear fog lights - Confirm working

Warning lights for front and rear fog lamps - Confirm working

Reverse lights - Confirm working

Interior lights - Confirm working

Luggage compartment lighting - Confirm working

On board diagnostics - Check for fault codes and rectify

Bonnet release operation - Confirm working

Body damage - Check for signs of damage or previous repair

Engine - Check for signs of damage

Undertrays - Check for security

Subframe - Check condition

Oil - Check for oil leaks

Front protection cover - Check condition

Rear protection cover - Check condition

Driver's side chassis - Inspect the chassis box section

Driver's side front wheel arch - Inspect for damage

Driver's side rear wheel arch - Inspect for damage

Passenger's side front wheel arch - Inspect for damage

Passenger's side rear wheel arch - Inspect for damage

Passenger's side chassis - Inspect the chassis box section

Fuel tank - Check for signs of damage

Fuel hoses - Check for signs of damage

Fuel lines - Check for signs of damage

Exhaust - Check for signs of damage

Exhaust rubbers - Check for signs of damage

Lower engine mounts - Check for signs of damage

Fluid leaks - Check for fluid leaks

Cup holders - Check condition and operation

Glove box - Check operation

Dashboard - Check for damage

Centre console - Check for damage

Odour - Check for smoke or dog odour

Interior mirror - Check for damage

Rear view mirror auto-dimming - Check for damage / auto dimming

Seats - Check for damage

Head rests - Check for damage

Heated seats, if present - Check operation

Heated steering wheel, if present - Check operation

Cooling seats, if present - Check operation

Massage seats, if present - Check operation

Safety belts front - Check for damage

Safety belts rear - Check operation and check for damage

Belt locks front - Check operation and check for damage

Belt locks rear - Check operation and check for damage

Seatbelt height adjuster - Check operation

Warning signal belts - Check operation

Airbags - Check operation

Door locks - Check operation

Child safety locks - Check operation

Horn functioning - Check operation

Power outlets - Check operation

Centre armrest/console - Check operation

Floor mats - Check for damage

Driver's side interior - Check for damage

Driver's side roof headliner - Check for damage

Driver's side door interior - Check front and rear inner door card, weather seals and windows. Check they shut and check sills and scuff plates for damage

Driver's side interior - Check driver's seat and carpet for cigarette burns, scorch marks, scuffs, tears, cuts, stains and discoloration. Check seat belt pretensions and seat belt mechanism

Passenger's side interior - Check for damage

Passenger's side headliner - Check for damage

Passenger's side door interior - Check passenger seat and carpet for cigarette burns, scorch marks, scuffs, tears, cuts, stains and discoloration. Check seat belt pretensions and seat belt mechanism

Rear seat interior - Check rear seats and carpets for cigarette burns, scorch marks, scuffs, tears, cuts, stains and discoloration. Check seat belt pretensions and seat belt mechanism

Rear load cover - Check present and check condition

Rear inner roof - Inspect condition

Luggage compartment carpet - Check present and check condition

Luggage compartment trim - Check present and check condition

Luggage compartment cargo net - Check present (if applicable) and check condition

Tyre repair kit - Check present (if applicable) and check condition

Vehicle jack - Check present (if applicable) and check condition

Tool kit - Check present (if applicable) and check condition

Towing hook - Check present and check condition

First aid kit - Check present (if applicable) and check condition

Fire extinguisher - Check present (if applicable) and check condition

Warning triangle - Check present (if applicable) and check condition

Reflective jacket - Check present (if applicable) and check condition

Emergency hammer(s) - Check present (if applicable) and check condition