Pre-purchase car inspections · London
A certified inspector comes to the car, puts it through up to 180 checks and a road test, and sends you a clear report with photos. If there's a problem, you'll know before you pay.
An example report for illustration. It is not a real vehicle.
Who it's for
A shiny forecourt doesn't mean a perfect car. We check what the valet can't hide.
No warranty and no comeback if something goes wrong. An independent check is your protection.
Don't travel across the country to find a dud. We go for you and show you everything.
What we check
Choose a package, then tap the car to see exactly what gets checked in each area and what you'd get by going up a level.
Premium · 160-point · £139.99
Where expensive problems tend to hide. We look, listen and plug in.
Your report
No jargon dumps. Every finding is marked pass, advisory or needs attention, so you can see at a glance whether to buy, negotiate or walk away.
Close-ups of damage, wear and leaks, labelled by location on the car.
Stored and pending codes, with what they mean and how serious they are.
Included with Premium and Ultimate, ready to use when you negotiate.
Prices
Every inspection is carried out where the car is, and you get a written report. Higher levels add a longer road test, video and deeper diagnostics.
Not sure which one?
We'd suggest
Adds an HD video walkthrough and cost estimates, so you can see the car properly even if you can't be there.
Book online
See live availability, choose a time that suits the seller and pay securely by card. You'll get a confirmation email straight away.
You can compare packages in the Prices section above.
Choose the nearest city. You'll give us the exact address later.
How it works
Pick the level that suits the car and how far away you are.
See live availability and pay securely online. Same-day slots are often available.
A certified inspector checks the car on site, scans it with OBD2 tools and takes it for a road test.
You get photos, findings and cost estimates, so you can buy, negotiate or walk away.
Under the dashboard
Sellers can clear warning lights before you arrive. Our OBD2 scan reads the car's computer directly, including pending codes and recently cleared faults. These are some of the codes we often look for.
Could be spark plugs or coils, or something more serious inside the engine. It's often felt as a rough idle on a test drive.
An expensive part on many cars, and one that can make the car fail its MOT emissions test.
Common on diesels that only do short city trips. A blocked DPF can mean a costly clean or replacement.
Free buyer checklist
A few questions to the seller can save you a wasted trip. Tick them off as you go. Your ticks are saved in this browser only.
Where we work
Dealers and private sellers across London and the surrounding area.
Car somewhere else? Call 020 3819 6799 and ask. We may still be able to help.
Buying guides
FAQ
Can't find your answer? Call us on 020 3819 6799 and we'll talk you through it.
It is a detailed check of a used car before you buy it. RevXpress reports cover mechanical health, bodywork, OBD2 diagnostics and a road test, so you can decide with the facts in front of you.
Basic is £69.99, Full is £99.99, Premium is £139.99, Ultimate is £169.99. The price is fixed for each level and paid when you book.
No. Most customers book us before buying, but we also inspect cars after purchase when a fault appears, vans and light commercial vehicles, electric and hybrid cars, lease cars before they are handed back, and classic and prestige cars. The same fixed prices apply.
Yes, in most areas. Live availability is shown when you book, and the earliest times appear first.
We cover London. The inspector comes to wherever the car is, whether that is a dealer forecourt or a private seller’s driveway.
No. Many customers book us because they are buying from a distance. Premium and Ultimate include an HD video walkthrough so you can see the car for yourself.
Book online in a few minutes, or call and we'll help you choose the right inspection.
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