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Recent Pre Purchase Car Inspection reviews in South East Perth

Very helpful indeed, I'm more than happy with the info I received. Clearly explained as well. Thanks very much.

Pre inspection car check

$150

Professional guy and honest . I recommend anyone deal with him .

Car inspection before purchase

$180

Courtney was very helpful! Gave us a good understanding of what we were buying, and educated me in what to look out for in the future. Thank you for your kind and considered approach.

I need a pre-purchase car inspection

$200

Arrived on time (we’ll early actually!) and did a good job

Pre purchase car inspection

$150

Ken offered a good car pre-purchase inspection service for the car I wanted to buy. Not only did he call me promptly after the inspection, but he also provided me with a comprehensive verbal report I needed to make an informed decision about purchasing the vehicle. I would highly recommend this service to anyone looking to purchase a used car.

Pre-purchase car inspection

$200

Great communication and service from Courtney. Will absolutely use his services again. Highly recommend!

Car Pre-purchase inspection - mechanical check

$150

What's the average cost of a pre-purchase car inspection specialist in South East Perth

$150 - $200

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$150

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$170

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$200

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What does a pre purchase car inspection include?

Cars are usually sold with a roadworthy certificate, but this only means your car is safe to drive on public roads. A pre-purchase car inspection is the only way to make sure there are no surprises when you drive away. A qualified mechanic will do a visual inspection, mechanical check, and test drive to spot any current or potential problems. They will also be aware of concerns that might be typical for the make or model of the car you’re buying and look specifically for those issues. Your mechanic will usually follow a comprehensive pre-purchase car inspection checklist to help you make an informed decision about buying the car. Some of these checks will include:

Exterior inspection

The outside of a car is a good indication of how well the car has been looked after. Panel damage or evidence of repaired damage could indicate the car has been in a serious accident. A pre-purchase car inspection will show whether repairs have been performed to a satisfactory standard. An exterior check also includes checks for rust and structural integrity as these issues may cause problems down the track.

Interior inspection

Your mechanic will conduct a visual inspection of the car’s interior, starting with seats and door trims. Then they’ll check all features inside the car operate normally, including lights, seats, seat belts, air conditioning, central locking, wipers, and windows. Next, they’ll check the dashboard instruments and gauges.

Mechanical inspection

Hidden mechanical problems are one of the pitfalls of buying a used car. And there’s no way of finding out the full extent of any car problems without pulling the engine apart. But an experienced mechanic can identify issues from just a visual check of the underbody and engine. Serious mechanical problems may also show themselves in other areas of the car. Brakes, suspension, wheels, tyres, gearbox, and steering will be checked, and a test drive will help to identify any additional concerns. Your mechanic will pay attention to electrical and cooling systems, as well as the alternator and battery. They will run a diagnostic scan to identify any other issues.

History check

You can make sure your new purchase isn’t hiding any secrets, and that it’s not at risk of repossession by including a history check as part of your pre-purchase car inspection. A history check (or REVS check) show any finance owing on the vehicle, if the car has been stolen, or whether it’s been in a major accident and written off. These records are kept and attached to your car’s vehicle identification number (VIN).

Recent Pre Purchase Car Inspection tasks in South East Perth

Prepare a car for Inspection

$200

Welshpool WA 6106, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

Hello Taskers, I need the following tasks completed to have a vehicle ready for inspection. >> The vehicle is a '03 Subaru Liberty, automatic transmission << 1. Charge the current battery or collect a new one (I'll buy one from the closest auto store). 2. Replace a driving light bulb for one of the main driving lights. One of them is blue, I need you to replace that with a normal bulb, so the two match. Again I'll buy it from the nearest auto store ready for you to collect. 3. Take the car to a wash, have it washed and vacuumed inside (there are three within 5 minutes from Carlisle) 4. Purchase a temporary vehicle permit to drive from its current location to the inspection in Welshpool (please note you will need to purchase this yourself. I will obviously reimburse you via Airtasker) 5. Drive the car to the Inspection in Welhspool 6. Wait around until the inspection is finished 7. Drive the car back to where you collected it -- Where to buy bulb and battery -- The closest Supercheap is in Belmont (approximately 10min drive) Please note I am flexible to negotiate. I realise this will take a few hours of your time. Whilst I can assist in reducing that by having you collect the items needed, I factor the following: 1. Driving to the vehicle to check battery and light bulb (30min) 2. Driving to collect parts and back to install (1-2hrs) 3. Buying permit and driving to car wash + inspection (1-2 hrs) 4. Waiting at inspection (1hr-1.5hrs) 5. Driving car back (30min)

Independent Mechanical Inspection Car

$150

Karawara WA 6152, Australia

1st Sep 2026

I need a good mechanic to help me with an inspection before buying a vehicle. Hyundai Getz 2010.

Pre-purchase inspection – 2007 Subaru Outback

$120

Thornlie WA 6108, Australia

31st Aug 2026

I’m looking for an experienced/qualified mechanic to carry out a pre-purchase inspection on a 2007 Subaru Outback with approximately 262,000 km before I buy it. I have already inspected and test driven the car myself and it seemed to drive well, but I’d like a professional inspection before making a final decision. I’d particularly like the following checked: * Engine condition, including head gasket * Oil and coolant leaks * Cooling system * Automatic transmission * AWD/driveline * Suspension and brakes * Underbody * OBD diagnostic scan * Test drive The timing belt and water pump were replaced at 209,000 km and the car has service history. The car is located in Thornlie. Ideally looking to arrange the inspection sometime this week or next week. Please let me know your automotive/mechanic experience and what your inspection includes.

Pre-purchase Inspection for 2012 Hyundai iLoad

$250

Welshpool WA 6106, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Sorry for the specific list! 😅 I'm trying to be well-informed about a significant purchase. I'm looking for an experienced mechanic to conduct a thorough pre-purchase inspection of a 2012 Hyundai iLoad 2.4L petrol, 5-speed manual, 78,000km. Please assess: - Cold start for piston slap, knocking or abnormal noises - Oil/coolant leaks, blow-by, oil consumption indicators, cooling system/overheating - Compression/cylinder health if possible - Full OBD2 scan (current, pending and historical codes) plus live data - Fuel/injector operation and catalytic converter/exhaust if possible - Clutch, gearbox, differential, driveshafts/CVs and drivetrain (vehicle has a towbar) - Slight squealing noise when turning steering wheel; please check power steering, rack, pump, belt/hoses and steering/suspension components - Brakes, ABS, tyres (including age), wheel bearings, bushes, shocks, belts, hoses and age-related wear - Chassis, underbody, towbar mounts, rust and signs of accident repairs - Battery, charging system, A/C, lights, SRS/airbags and electrical systems Please provide a written report with photos, fault codes, compression results if tested, estimated repair costs, and clearly distinguish urgent issues, items needing attention soon and normal wear. Also, please provide your opinion on whether you would recommend purchasing the vehicle at the asking price. One owner from new, used by a mechanical engineering company at Perth Airport, with comprehensive service history. 🙏

Mechanic for pre purchase check

$150

Kenwick WA 6107, Australia

25th Aug 2026

All round check before purchase for ford ranger engine checks etc

Pre purchase car inspection

$150

St James WA 6102, Australia

28th Jul 2026

Mercedes A180 2014, detailed pre purchase inspection with PPSR check.

Professional and timely inspection

Pre purchase car inspection

$120

Maddington WA 6109, Australia

21st Jul 2026

Need a mechanic to complete a pre purchase inspection on a used car i’m looking to buy.

Pre purchase car inspection(Honda jazz 2007)

$50

Thornlie WA 6108, Australia

16th Jul 2026

Need a specialist mechanic to inspect a used car before purchase.All neceasary reports should provide

Prepuchasing car inspections

$130

Cockburn Central WA 6164, Australia

11th Jul 2026

Need to inspect Honda CRV 2014 and/or Rav42011

Nicolas is awesome, honest and reliable man

Pre purchase car inspection

$150

Maddington WA 6109, Australia

8th Jul 2026

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Ls Odometer - 13,000 km Address - Toyato Maddington showroom I want to buy this car so I wanna do pre purchase car inspection

Mechanic for pre-purchase car inspection

$170

Shelley, Western Australia

28th Jun 2026

Looking to buy a 2003 Honda CR-V from marketplace, and hoping to have someone check it out before we buy. Seller is in Shelley, looking for someone to meet me there around 5:30-5:45pm tomorrow. Price negotiable

Moses came to help me inspect a car before buying, and was such a good bloke for the job. Great eye-for-detail, very efficient, and honest in telling me the car wasn’t worth the asking price. Would definitely book again.

Car inspection

$50

Canning Vale WA 6155, Australia

26th Jun 2026

Hyundai Tucson 2020 FWD to be inspected by professional

Pre purchase inspection car

$150

Cannington WA 6107, Australia

21st Jun 2026

2010 BMW 3 series . Need a pre purchase inspection for the vehicle.

Purchase car inspection

$150

Perth WA 6107, Australia

15th Jun 2026

Pre-purchase car inspection Wensday 9 am MADDINGTON https://www.facebook.com/share/18jYeR41oJ/

Pre purchase comprehensive car inspection

$170

Victoria Park WA 6100, Australia

15th Jun 2026

Need a mechanic with experience in comprehensive prepurchase car inspection and knows what to check.

Pre purchase inspection

$160

Canning Vale WA 6155, Australia

11th Jun 2026

Vehicle pre purchase inspection

Pre purchase inspection car

$250

Como WA, Australia

9th Jun 2026

Need a Pre purchase inspection for a Toyota Corolla today in Como after 3pm. thanks

Van Pre Purchase inspection - 2005 Hiace Petrol Manual

$150

Willetton WA 6155, Australia

30th May 2026

Toyota Hiace 2005 Petrol Manual - I have done a test drive and inspection, but would love to get a professional second opinion on issues I have found. It seems like brake rotors are bent or pads need replacement. Tyres on back axle seem quite worn down, maybe might change all 4. Suspension on back right was creaking on test drive. Gears were pretty hard to put in, so I heard maybe new gearbox oil needed? Maybe you will find more issues, please let me know everything you find and would do to this. I would also love to get an estimate on what it would cost to get everything fixed - just a ballpark, you won't have to fix anything, this is for me to know what costs I need to plan with.

Car Pre Purchase Inspection

$140

Gosnells WA, Australia

24th May 2026

Buying a used car, will need help to assess condition of car. Car is a 2007 Honda Civic. Location is around Gosnells. Inspection at Monday 25 May 4pm (subject to change, will work around that time) Will finalize by the morning of Monday (10am)

Car pre purchase inspection mechanics

$200

Cannington WA 6107, Australia

18th May 2026

Need a expert car mechanic to pre inspect a used car that i planning to buy. Its a Subaru Forester 2013 model. Need a mechanic today please who can finish the inspection before 4.30pm today.

Amazing guy who saved me from buying a car with major engine issues