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Vehicle Inspections

From £99*
Basic†
  • 218 point mechanical and structural inspection
  • Road-test (up to 3 miles)
  • Engineer fault report sent via email
From £189*
Comprehensive
  • 307 point mechanical and structural inspection
  • Main functions and controls check
  • Full interior, bodywork and paint inspection
  • Road–test (up to 10 miles)
  • Engineer fault report sent via email and verbal summary
From £239*
Advanced
  • Identical checks to the comprehensive inspection plus;
  • Diagnostic check of key areas
  • Road–test (up to 20 miles)
  • Brake fluid test and analysis
  • Photos of the vehicles within the report sent via email2
  • Engineer fault report sent via email and verbal summary

* Prices depend on the age, value and model of vehicle.

Call us today on 0330 159 03241

What our inspections cover:

Body exterior

Engine compartment

Electrical & controls

Interior luggage compartment

Front suspension & steering

Clutch & transmission [manual]

Rear suspension & underframe

Wheels & tyres

Exhaust system

Fuel system

Brakes

Road test

Other types of inspection

Post-accident inspection - checks repairs made to the vehicle meet the manufacturer standard

Unit and component inspection - performs a detailed inspection of specific vehicle parts

Post purchase inspection - provides a mechanical, structural and component check covering 307 points to confirm problems or mechanical faults after you’ve bought the vehicle

Please call the team on 0330 159 07201 for more information or to book any of our other inspections.

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1 03 numbers are charged at national call rates and included in inclusive minute plans from landlines and mobiles. Calls may be monitored and/or recorded.

2 (4 x external shots, 1 x odometer shot, 1 x vehicle document shot plus shots of identified major defects)

^The rate you're offered may vary due to personal circumstances and the loan amount. This loan is not permitted for business use.

† The following vehicles are exempt: imports, 4x4’s, convertibles, write-offs, vans, vehicles over 10 years old, vehicles with more than 5 seats, prestige vehicles, 4-wheel drives, LPGs, motorhomes and vehicles with more than 120,000 miles on the clock.


RAC Motoring Services trading as RAC Cars is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 310208).

RAC Cars is a credit broker (and not a lender) and works with credit brokers, lenders and their appointed representatives (such as car dealers) and may receive payments for displaying financial offers or commission for applications or completed loans from its partners.

RAC Cars does not contract directly with consumers on any finance application.

* Subject to status and individual circumstances.


Opening hours

  • Monday/Tuesday 08:00 to 20:00
  • Wednesday to Friday 08:00 to 18:00
  • Saturday 09:00 to 17:00
  • Sunday 10:00 to 16:00
  • Bank Holidays Closed

Call 0330 159 03241

Basic Inspection From just £99*

Main Features

  • Mechanical check of major areas
  • Structural check of major areas
  • Full underbody check
  • Road-test (up to 3 miles)
  • Fault report from the engineer sent to you via email
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£10

Get over 30% discount on RAC Car History Checks with this package (RRP £14.99)

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Book now 0330 159 03241
  • Monday/Tuesday 08:00 to 20:00
  • Wednesday to Friday 08:00 to 18:00
  • Saturday 09:00 to 17:00
  • Sunday 10:00 to 16:00
  • Bank Holidays Closed
Request a call back
Comprehensive Inspection From just £189*

Main Features

  • 307 point mechanical and structural inspection
  • Main functions and controls check
  • Full interior, bodywork and paint inspection
  • Road-test (up to 10 miles)
  • Engineer fault report sent via email and verbal summary
View Sample Inspection Report > Compare package features >
£10

Get over 30% discount on RAC Car History Checks with this package (RRP £14.99)

More at car history checks >
Book now 0330 159 03241
  • Monday/Tuesday 08:00 to 20:00
  • Wednesday to Friday 08:00 to 18:00
  • Saturday 09:00 to 17:00
  • Sunday 10:00 to 16:00
  • Bank Holidays Closed
Request a call back
Advanced Inspection From just £239*

Main Features

  • Identical checks to the comprehensive inspection plus;
  • Diagnostic check of key areas
  • Road–test (up to 20 miles)
  • Brake fluid test and analysis
  • Photos of the vehicles within the report sent via email2
  • Engineer fault report sent via email and verbal summary
View Sample Inspection Report > Compare package features >
£10

Get over 30% discount on RAC Car History Checks with this package (RRP £14.99)

More at car history checks >
Book now 0330 159 03241
  • Monday/Tuesday 08:00 to 20:00
  • Wednesday to Friday 08:00 to 18:00
  • Saturday 09:00 to 17:00
  • Sunday 10:00 to 16:00
  • Bank Holidays Closed
Request a call back