Straight Steer Automotive 150 Point Vehicle Inspection

Before you buy a used car, make sure that you bring it to us first. We inspect 150 different items on the vehicle and provide you with our 150 Point Vehicle Condition Report for your peace of mind.

We leave nothing to chance to ensure that you know what you’re in for before you part with your hard earned cash.

The 150 Point Inspection Includes

Under the Bonnet

  1. Air Cleaner
  2. Carburettor/Fuel Injection Controls
  3. Engine Oil Condition
  4. Engine Oil Level
  5. Fan Belts
  6. Fan Operation
  7. Hoses
  8. Radiator
  9. Pressure Test Cooling System
  10. Water Levels & Condition
  11. Oil Pressure
  12. Transmission Oil Condition
  13. Transmission Oil Level
  14. Water Pump
  15. (Charge/Rate) Volts
  16. Alternator/Generator
  17. Battery Clamp & Carrier
  18. Battery Terminals
  19. Cam Belt as per Mfrs Specs
  20. Comprehensive or Power Balance Check
  21. Emission Controls
  22. Engine Mounts
  23. Engine Noise Level
  24. Exhaust Emissions
  25. Fluid Levels
  26. Fuel Lines
  27. Fuel Pump
  28. Ignition System
  29. Oil Fumes
  30. Oil Leaks
  31. Starter Motor
  32. Turbo
  33. Wiring
  34. Other

Inspection of the Electrical System

  1. Central Locking
  2. Cigarette Lighter
  3. Electric Mirrors
  4. Gauges & Warning Devices
  5. Hazard Lights
  6. Indicators
  7. Head Lamps
  8. Park Lamps
  9. Number Plate Lamp
  10. Reverse Light/Buzzer
  11. Stop Lights
  12. Tail Lights
  13. Instrument Lights
  14. Intereior Lamps
  15. Reflectors
  16. Boot Light
  17. Radio/Cassette/CD
  18. Horn
  19. Speedo/Odometer/Trip
  20. Rear Demister
  21. Alarm
  22. Windscreen Washers
  23. Wipers & Blades
  24. Power Windows
  25. Other

Inspection of the Front & Rear Suspension and Under the Car

  1. Ball Joints/King Pins
  2. Idler Assembly
  3. Pivots
  4. Power Steering
  5. Rod Ends
  6. Shock Absorbers/Plates
  7. Struts
  8. Spring/Sway Bar & Rubbers
  9. Steering Box/Rack & Pinion
  10. Steering Lock
  11. Suspension Mounts
  12. Tyre Condition
  13. Wheels (Spin for True)
  14. Wheel Studs & Nuts
  15. Wheels ( Correct Size)
  16. 5 Tyres  Size & Type
  17. Wheel Alignment (visual only)
  18. Bushes
  19. Wheel Bearings
  20. Drive Shafts
  21. Universals & Centre Bearing
  22. Oil Leaks
  23. Other

Inspection of the Braking System

  1. Disc Pads Front
  2. Disc Pads Rear
  3. Front Rotor Thickness
  4. Rear rotor Thickness
  5. Calipers
  6. Drums
  7. Linings
  8. Brake Hoses
  9. Hand Brakes
  10. Hydraulic System
  11. Mechanical Linkages
  12. Pedal Reserve
  13. Pedal Surface
  14. Power Brakes
  15. Wheel Cylinders
  16. Fluid Condition
  17. Other

Body & Accessories Inspection

  1. Body Alignment (Visual only)
  2. Body Damage
  3. Bonnet Release & Catch
  4. Boot Release
  5. Bonnet & Tailgate Struts
  6. Doors Lock & Catches
  7. Floor Covering
  8. Heater/Demister Operation
  9. Paint Work
  10. Panel Beating Evident
  11. Rear View Mirrors
  12. Rust
  13. Air Conditioner Operation
  14. Petrol Flap Release
  15. Water Leaks
  16. Planting/Mouldings
  17. Seat Adjustment
  18. Seat Belts
  19. Sunroof
  20. Trim/Seats
  21. Upholstery
  22. Weather Seals
  23. Window Operations
  24. Windscreen
  25. Other

Diesel Engine Inspection

  1. Ease of Starting
  2. External Fuel Leaks
  3. Glow Plug Operations
  4. Exhaust Smoke
  5. Other

L.P.G Inspection

  1. Operation
  2. Tank Date
  3. Visual Inspection
  4. Other

Airbag Safety Inspection

  1. Light
  2. ADR Specifications
  3. Other

Road Test

  1. Auto Change Pattern
  2. Brake Vibration
  3. Driveline Noise
  4. Gear Box Operations
  5. Steering Operations
  6. Select Indicator Position
  7. Vibrations
  8. Wheel Bearing Noise
  9. Clutch Operation
  10. Transfer Case
  11. Start Inhibitor Switch
  12. C.V. Joints
  13. Cruise Control
  14. Other