When it comes to buying a used electric vehicle, what you can’t see is often what costs you.
Have you considered whether the battery is degrading, or if there are hidden faults within the high-voltage system?
Electric vehicles can carry significant hidden risks — especially when you don’t know exactly what to look for.
Our experienced mechanics understand electric vehicle systems. We’ll inspect the vehicle to ensure you don’t invest in an EV with underlying battery issues, hidden faults, or systems that may impact long-term reliability.
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Electric vehicles can present well on the surface, but underlying issues are not always obvious — particularly when it comes to battery condition and high voltage systems.
In addition to our standard vehicle checks, we carefully assess the condition of the high voltage battery system, visible wiring and components, along with the cooling systems that regulate battery performance and longevity.
Our inspection focuses on identifying early signs of battery degradation where accessible, irregular drivetrain behaviour and faults that may not be immediately noticeable during a basic inspection or test drive.
Your Swoop mechanic will also review available service history and vehicle data where possible, helping to identify previous repairs or ongoing concerns.
You’ll get a clear understanding of the electric vehicle’s condition, helping you make a confident decision before committing to the purchase.
Swoop’s expert mechanics follow a meticulous inspection checklist, including:
High voltage battery pack condition and external assessment
Battery data retrieval (SOC / SOH where accessible using high-quality commercial-grade diagnostic scan tools — if the vehicle allows access, we will retrieve it)
Battery cooling system condition
High voltage wiring and component condition
Charging port condition
Electric drive system operation
Regenerative braking system function
Steering systems function and condition
Suspension function and condition
Body and underbody components for rust, corrosion, accident damage and repair
Paint finish, imperfections and blemishes
Front and rear windscreen condition
Rear vision mirror function and condition
Vehicles onboard computer diagnostics fault code check
Battery charge rate and condition
Headlights, taillights and indicators
Horn, wipers and washers
Side mirrors and function
Smart key operation and condition
Condition and function of the interior and cargo areas
Air conditioning operation
In-cabin dials, switches and buttons
Brake function and condition
Wheel and tyre condition – including the spare
Road test to evaluate drivetrain, electric motor operation, steering, suspension and braking
performance and operations
Service and repair logbook history (if information is with the car)
Electric Vehicle Inspection Pricing
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The items listed require in-depth mechanical diagnosis and disassembly of vehicle parts to inspect and are not included in a general pre-purchase inspection.
Full battery capacity or load testing
Internal battery cell analysis
Manufacturer-level diagnostic access
Software-level system access
This typically requires manufacturer-level diagnostic equipment and cannot be carried out by most
independent inspection providers. If another provider has stated they can perform this, we recommend
confirming how this is done prior to engaging their services.
Swoop Vehicle Inspections provides independent EV inspections across Newcastle and the Hunter
region, helping you make informed decisions before you commit.
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