At Redgate Lodge, we ensure the car you’re purchasing from us is in the finest condition. Our extensive check ensures it is in full working order when you drive it away from our dealership.
See below for a complete list of everything we check for in our inspection:
Body Exterior
- 1. Paintwork
- 2. Panel Condition
- 3. Exterior Trim
- 4. Bumpers
- 5. Number Plates
- 6. Windscreen/Glass
- 7. Keys and Door Locks
- 8. Fuel Filler Cover
- 9. Soft Top (if applicable)
- 10. Sunroof (if applicable)
- 11. Wiper Blades
Engine Compartment
- 12. Coolant Level
- 13. Coolant Leak
- 14. Antifreeze
- 15. Radiator
- 16. Hoses and Pipes
- 17. Water Pump
- 18. Timing Belt
- 19. Timing Chain
- 20. Auxiliary Belt
- 21. Clutch Fluid
- 22. Brake Fluid
- 23. Engine Oil Level
- 24. Engine Oil Leaks
- 25. Engine Mountings
- 26. Power Steering Fluid
- 27. Cold Starting
- 28. Fast Idle (when cold)
- 29. Engine Noise Level (when cold)
- 30. Fume and Smoke Excess
- 31. Fuel Injection/Carburettor
- 32. Turbo/Supercharger
- 33. Fuel Pump
- 34. Accelerator Linkage
- 35. Air Conditioning Components
- 36. Body Panels
- 37. Bonnet Catch
- 38. Bonnet Hinge
- 39. Battery Test
Electrical Controls
- 40. Ignition lock/Starting Function
- 41. Headlights
- 42. Rear Lights/Number Plate Lights
- 43. Indicator/Hazard Lights
- 44. Fog Lights
- 45. Panel Lights
- 46. Side Lights
- 47. Brake Lights
- 48. Reverse Lights
- 49. Auxiliary Lights
- 50. Illumination Lights
- 51. Mirrors
- 52. Instruments/Functions
- 53. In-car Entertainment Systems
- 54. Heater Control System
- 55. Window Operation
- 56. Wipers Function
- 57. Air Conditioning Operation
- 58. Battery Charging System
- 59. Switches and Controls
- 60. Horn
- 61. Cigarette Lighter (if applicable)
- 62. Sunroof Controls (if applicable)
- 63. Headlamp Wiper Function
- 64. Door Locking Function
Interior Compartment (including Luggage Spaces)
- 65. Steering Wheel
- 66. Steering Wheel Controls
- 67. Seat Upholstery
- 68. Seat Mechanism
- 69. Seat Belts
- 70. Carpet
- 71. Door Trim Panels
- 72. Door Fittings
- 73. Door Seals and Hinges
- 74. Door Handles
- 75. Headlinings
- 76. Sunroof Trim (if applicable)
- 77. Visors
- 78. Rear View Mirror
- 79. Condition of Dash Panel
- 80. Rear Parcel Shelf
- 81. Luggage Area
- 82. Upholstery Condition
- 83. Interior Sills
- 84. Tool Kit
- 85. Soft Top Material (if applicable)
- 86. Tonneau Cover (if applicable)
- 87. Bonnet Lever/Opening System
- 88. Glove Box
- 89. Battery Charge Cables
Transmission
- 90. Casings
- 91. Fluid Leaks
- 92. Cables
- 93. Hydraulic System
- 94. Linkages
- 95. Mountings
- 96. Drive Shaft Assemblies
- 97. Sliding Joints
- 98. Propshaft
- 99. Gaiters
- 100. Bearings
Front Suspension/Steering Functions
- 101. Steering Joints/Ball Joints
- 102. Steering Rack/Steering Box
- 103. Gaiters
- 104. Power Steering Function
- 105. Suspension Unit
- 106. Shock Absorbers/Dampers/Bushes
- 107. Self-levelling Suspension
- 108. Bump Stops
- 109. Suspension Arms/Mountings
- 110. Pipes/Hoses
- 111. Wheel Hubs/Bearings
- 112. Tie Bars/Anti-roll Bars
- 113. Sub Frames/Mountings
Rear Suspension
- 190. Engine Type
- 191. Fuel Type
- 192. Transmission Type
- 193. Registration Number
- 194. VIN Number
- 195. Mileage
- 196. Year car was manufactured
- 197. Date of first registration
- 198. Date of last MOT
- 199. Date and Mileage of last service
- 200. Key check
Wheels/Tyres
- 190. Engine Type
- 191. Fuel Type
- 192. Transmission Type
- 193. Registration Number
- 194. VIN Number
- 195. Mileage
- 196. Year car was manufactured
- 197. Date of first registration
- 198. Date of last MOT
- 199. Date and Mileage of last service
- 200. Key check
Fuel System
- 145. Tank
- 146. Tank Fixings
- 147. Fuel Lines
- 148. Breather Pipes
- 149. Evidence Of Leaks
- 150. Filler Cap
- 151. Catalytic Converter
- 152. Diesel Particulate Filter
Brake System
- 153. Master Cylinder
- 154. Power System
- 155. Flexible Hoses
- 156. Pipes/Connections
- 157. Fluid Leaks
- 158. Discs/Pads/Linings
- 159. Hand-Parking Brake Linkage
- 160. Hand-Parking Brake Adjustment
- 161. Pedals
Underbody
- 162. Chassis Member/Floorpan
- 163. Corrosion Floor
- 164. Corrosion Protection
- 165. Shields/Covers
Road Test and Final Preparation Checks
- 166. Engine Performance
- 167. Engine Noise
- 168. Excess Smoke/Fumes
- 169. Oil Leaks
- 170. Evidence of Overheating
- 171. Cooling Fan System
- 172. Coolant Leak Check
- 173. Gearbox Operation and Noise
- 174. Auto Changes
- 175. Final Drive Operation (including noise)
- 176. Clutch Operation
- 177. Four-wheel Drive System
- 178. Controls Function
- 179. Warning Lights
- 180. Cruise Control
- 181. Steering Wheel Alignment
- 182. Steering Effort
- 183. Brake Operation
- 184. Suspension System Noise
- 185. Stability
- 186. Hot Restarting
- 187. Wind Noise
- 188. Steering Handling Operation
- 189. Driving Noise
Data Collection Checks – We make a record of the following information:
- 190. Engine Type
- 191. Fuel Type
- 192. Transmission Type
- 193. Registration Number
- 194. VIN Number
- 195. Mileage
- 196. Year car was manufactured
- 197. Date of first registration
- 198. Date of last MOT
- 199. Date and Mileage of last service
- 200. Key check
