Vehicle Inspection
Buying a car is often the second most expensive purchase after buying a house.
Buying a used car can be a daunting process, especially if the buyer is not familiar with vehicle mechanics or does not know what to check.
The ETA has teamed up with DEKRA Vehicle Inspections to help you avoid paying out for a damaged or faulty vehicle and losing money.
What is a DEKRA vehicle inspection?
A DEKRA vehicle inspection is a series of checks for roadworthiness listing faults which require attention and engineer comments on its overall condition.
A professional DEKRA vehicle inspection engineer inspects the car and lets the buyer know if it has any problems. This offers peace of mind and gives the buyer the information they need to make an informed purchasing decision.
Why should I buy a DEKRA vehicle inspection?
Few people have the expertise to distinguish a mechanically sound car from one which could cause problems and future expense. A fully-qualified DEKRA vehicle inspection engineer can be sent to a vehicle at a private or trade address nationwide to carry out an inspection. These checks and the engineer’s report can help buyers avoid damaged cars, write-offs, stolen cars and ‘cut-n-shuts’ ( two cars welded together).
Our promise to you
- Guaranteed confidentiality and impartiality.
- Fixed rates for vehicle inspections. – No hidden extras.
- Verbal report the same day as the vehicle inspection.
- Vehicle inspections can be carried out at any garage premises, office car parks or at any private address (which has an off-road, level hard standing).
- Quick response times subject to the vehicle/vendor availability. Reports sent as soon as practically possible by e mail or post.
- We will provide free initial advice – without any obligation.
Vehicles we inspect
We provide a wide range of inspections tailored to suit the type of vehicle being inspected, its engine size and age. DEKRA vehicle inspection is available to inspect cars, vans and motorhomes.
What’s inspected?
The items covered in each inspection vary depending upon the vehicle and its age. As a minimum, every inspection covers the following items:
- Roadworthiness
- Mechanical and main electrical function
- A road test
- Checks for previous body repairs