Pre-Purchase Commercial Vehicle Inspections

A commercial vehicle inspection will help ensure your corporate car or fleet is reliable and doesn’t sap money from the business.

We help ensure you aren’t investing in a car that has previously been worked to the bone, is unsafe or simply won’t be worth your time and money.

Whether the vehicle will be used for towing and carrying large loads or clocking up kilometres, a commercial pre-purchase vehicle inspection is what you need to ensure the used vehicle you have your eye on is fit for purpose.

What our commercial vehicle inspections cover

Our pre-purchase commercial vehicle inspections cover utes, dual cabs, vans, small people movers, and generally any light vehicle you hope to use for commercial purposes.

Swoop’s experienced mechanics will check out the used vehicle from head to toe, paying particular attention to the drivetrain and brakes. This will indicate whether the vehicle has been subject to heavy loads or regular towing.

We will also pay close attention to the stowage areas for any sign of damage from heavy or unsecured loads.

Having an unreliable vehicle is a deal breaker. Let us help you ensure your next workhorse is a solid investment.

What we inspect

All Swoop commercial vehicle inspections are carried out by a qualified mechanic. We want to ensure you feel empowered and confident in your next investment.

We follow an inspection checklist to uncover any hidden faults, including:

Inspections Specific to Commercial Vehicles

  • Drivetrain, suspension, and braking system: higher-level inspection checking for wear and tear from excessive load carrying and towing (road test and visual inspection)
  • Cargo areas: higher-level inspection on cargo areas due to heavy and cumbersome load transportation (visual inspection)
  • Service history: higher-level inspection due to work vehicles averaging more kilometres per year, an in-depth review of log-book service history is carried out (visual inspection)

Engine and Transmission

  • Engine and engine oil condition
  • Engine auxiliary systems
  • Drive belts, hoses and under bonnet fluid levels
  • Radiator and cooling system function and condition
  • Transmission (gearbox), differential (diff) and drivetrain function and condition

Vehicle Underbody and Outer Body

  • Steering systems function and condition
  • Suspension function and condition
  • Exhaust system condition and function
  • 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

Electrical and Electronics

  • 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

Interior, Boot, and Stowage

  • Condition and function of the interior and cargo areas
  • Air conditioning operation
  • In-cabin dials, switches and buttons

Brake System, Wheels and Tyres

  • Brake function and condition
  • Wheel and tyre condition – including the spare

General

  • Road test to evaluate engine, gearbox, steering, suspension and braking performance and operations
  • Service and repair logbook history (if information is with the car)

Got a question about our vehicle inspection services? Check out our FAQ page for answers to common questions.

Commercial vehicle inspection pricing

Discover more about our pricing.

$275

Commercial vehicle inspection exclusions

The items listed below require in-depth mechanical diagnosis and disassembly of vehicle parts to inspect and are not included in a general pre-purchase inspection.

  • Brake lining material and brake drums, focusing on visible components only
  • Inspection of wheel cylinders
  • Indication of brake fluid contamination
  • Mechanics of the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
  • Estimation of the remaining lifespan of brake systems
  • Evaluation of sludge buildup in the oil pump strainer
  • Test of engine cylinder compression
  • Inspection of engine and transmission mountings
  • Verification of the condition of the odometer, camshaft belt and timing belt
  • Evaluation of the water pump/fan performance
  • Evaluation of the turbocharger or supercharger condition or performance
  • Checking/testing of the batteries in Hybrid/Electric cars (excluding startup battery in Hybrids)
  • Examination of vehicle electrics and electronics such as modules, wiring and connectors
  • Verification of the functionality of audio-visual or entertainment systems, including CD, Cassette, TV, DVD, iPod connectivity, sensors, alarm/security devices and satellite navigation systems/GPS
  • Check of the vehicle’s computer systems, such as trip meter computers, cruise control, and other onboard computer systems
  • Assessment of gas emissions
  • Inspection of catalytic converters and diesel particulate filters
  • Evaluation of LPG systems
  • Assessment of internal transmission and drivetrain mechanics
  • Identification and investigation of body water leaks
  • Estimating the remaining lifespan of exhaust systems, clutches, and dual mass flywheels
  • Assessing the efficiency of air conditioning systems (exact temperature range)

From your commercial vehicle inspection, you’ll receive an easy-to read, detailed report. This will include high resolution images of the vehicle, and any photographable faults that the mechanic finds on the day.

Contact us today to get the ball rolling with your pre-purchase commercial vehicle inspection!

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