Mechanical and Engine Checks |
Drain engine oil and refill, fit new oil filter - Some specialist and synthetic oils may cost extra |  |  |
Check for Major Oil Leaks |  |  |
Check Timing Belt (Cambelt) replacement interval using industry data and service history |  |  |
Check Radiator Condition and Cap Seal - Extra for full pressure testing |  |  |
Check condition of Auxiliary drive belts and tensioner |  |  |
Check and record antifreeze strength and top up as required |  |  |
Check Clutch Operation, Top up if required |  |  |
Check Gearbox Operation |  |  |
Check Drive Shafts and Gaitors |  |  |
Replace Air filter | |  |
Check Coolant Hose Condition & for Leaks | |  |
Check Cooling Fan for operation | |  |
Replace Spark Plugs if required - may be additional parts cost | |  |
Check undertray panels | |  |
Top up gearbox and transaxle fluids if possible | |  |
Lubricate Bonnet Catch and Door Hinges | |  |
Suspension, Steering and Tyres |
Check and top up steering fluids where applicable |  |  |
Check steering and suspension components for wear on joints and bushes |  |  |
Check Steering rack gaitors |  |  |
Check Tyre condition and tread depth |  |  |
Check and Adjust tyre pressures |  |  |
Set wheel nut torque to correct setting |  |  |
Check Wheel Bearings for play and roughness | |  |
Carry out shock absorber bounce test | |  |
Grease steering and suspension if applicable | |  |
Lights and Electrics |
Check operation of lights, flashers and horn |  |  |
Check Diesel heater plug operation if applicable. |  |  |
Test battery condition |  |  |
Check dashboard warning lights |  |  |
Inspect exhaust system for leaks, security, noise and smoke |  |  |
Check battery security and lubricate terminals | |  |
Check condition of HT leads (ignition leads) | |  |
Test alternator charge rate | |  |
Inspect Turbo where applicable | |  |
Braking System |
Check Brake Fluid and Top Up |  |  |
Check pads, discs and drums for wear or damage |  |  |
Check Calipers for leaks and security |  |  |
Check handbrake shoes, cables, linkages |  |  |
Visually check brake hydraulic system for leaks or corrosion |  |  |
Inspect wheel cylinder operation and leaks | |  |
Check Servo operation | |  |
Carry out brake boil test | |  |
Screens and Mirrors | | |
Check Windscreen for chips and cracks |  |  |
Check Windscreen Wipers |  |  |
Check Windscreen Washers and Top up fluid |  |  |
Check rear wiper & washer condition | |  |
Check mirror condition inside and out | |  |
Inside Checks |
Check Operation of Door Locks |  |  |
Check Seatbelts | |  |
Check Door Locks, Lubricate | |  |
General |
Check Number Plate Condition |  |  |
Reset Service Lights - Where applicable |  |  |
Conduct Road Test |  |  |
Stamp Service Book - if provided with the car |  |  |
Wash Car Interior and Exterior |  |  |
Pickup and Delivery Service Available |  |  |