Car Inspection FAQ Sydney

A pre purchase car inspection is a comprehensive independent mechanical assessment of a used vehicle by a qualified mechanic before you buy. Our Sydney inspection covers 200+ points — engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, body, electrics, PPSR vehicle history check and a full road test — with a written report with photos delivered the same day.

Used car inspections from $250. EV inspections from $299. Hybrid and PHEV from $275. 4WD and prestige from $275–$300+. All pricing is upfront with no hidden fees. Contact us 24/7 for an exact quote.

Absolutely. A $250–$299 inspection regularly uncovers faults worth thousands and provides documented evidence to negotiate a better price. Our inspections have saved Sydney buyers from engine failures, clocked odometers, flood damage, undisclosed write-offs and degraded EV batteries.

A standard inspection takes 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes at the seller's location. EV battery health testing and hybrid assessments may add 15–30 minutes. Written reports are always delivered same day.

Yes — completely mobile. We travel to any seller's address across Greater Sydney — private homes, car yards and dealerships. You never need to move the vehicle to a workshop.

Written assessment of all 200+ inspection points, identified faults with severity ratings (minor/moderate/major), photos of all issues, PPSR vehicle history summary, odometer findings, service history notes and a clear overall recommendation — buy, negotiate or walk away.

Yes — documented evidence of faults gives you powerful negotiating leverage. Sydney buyers regularly use our reports to negotiate $500–$10,000 off asking prices, or to require repairs as a condition of sale.

No. A NSW roadworthy (pink slip) is a basic safety check for registration renewal. Our pre-purchase inspection is a comprehensive 200+ point buyer's assessment — far more thorough and specifically designed to protect buyers, not just check minimum safety standards.

Yes — we are EV specialists. We inspect all EVs in Sydney including Tesla Model 3, Model Y, Model S and Model X, BYD Atto 3, Seal, Dolphin and Shark, BMW i4 and iX, Hyundai IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6, Kia EV6 and EV9, Polestar 2 and 3, Volvo EX40 and EX90, Mercedes EQA/EQC/EQE, Audi Q4 e-tron, MG4 EV, GWM Ora and all other EV brands.

Battery SoH testing uses specialist diagnostic equipment to access the vehicle's Battery Management System (BMS) and measure remaining capacity as a percentage of original factory capacity. A result of 85% means the battery has lost 15% of capacity — directly reducing driving range. This is the most critical piece of information before buying any used EV.

Yes — we inspect all hybrid and PHEV vehicles including Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and PHEV, Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hybrid, Kluger Hybrid, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Eclipse Cross PHEV, Honda CR-V Hybrid, BMW 530e, X5 45e and 330e, Mercedes C300e, Hyundai Tucson and Santa Fe Hybrid, Kia Sportage and Sorento Hybrid, Volvo XC60 PHEV, Range Rover PHEV and Porsche Cayenne PHEV.

The battery is the most expensive component in any EV — and it degrades over time. Replacement costs $10,000–$25,000 depending on the vehicle. A used EV with 80% SoH has lost 20% of its original range — significantly affecting its value. Our EV battery inspection reveals the real SoH before you buy.

Yes — Tesla inspections are among our most common in Sydney. We inspect Model 3, Model Y, Model S and Model X — including battery SoH, Supercharger and home charging port assessment, FSD hardware version check, Autopilot camera condition and full Tesla-compatible OBD scanning.

Contact us 24/7 by phone, email or booking form. Tell us the vehicle make, model, year and the seller's address. We provide an upfront quote and book the inspection — coordinating directly with the seller. You receive your report same day.

Same-day and next-day inspections are frequently available across Greater Sydney. Contact us 24/7 and we'll confirm the earliest available booking.

Yes — we cover all of Greater Sydney including Eastern Suburbs, Northern Beaches, North Shore, Inner West, Western Sydney, Hills District, Parramatta, Sutherland Shire and all surrounding areas.