A fault has appeared soon after buying
Warning lights, odd noises, smoke, leaks or the car not driving as it should.
After you buy
Post-purchase car inspection
Already bought the car and something isn’t right? A warning light, a noise, a leak, or a feeling that it isn’t as described. An independent inspector comes to you, checks the whole car and writes down exactly what is wrong.
You get the same detailed report with photos, fault codes and repair cost estimates that our pre-purchase customers get, so you know what is wrong, how serious it is and roughly what it costs to fix before deciding what to do next.
When you need it
Who books a post-purchase inspection
The car isn’t as it was described
Undeclared damage, missing service history, or the mileage or condition doesn’t match the advert.
You bought without seeing it properly
Bought online, at auction or from a distance, and want to know what you actually have.
Peace of mind
A full health check of a car you’ve just bought, so you know what needs attention and when.
What we check
Inside a post-purchase inspection
On top of our standard checklist of up to 180 points, carried out wherever the vehicle is.
- The fault you’ve noticed, investigated first
- OBD2 diagnostic scan: stored, pending and recently cleared fault codes
- Bodywork and paint for signs of earlier repair or undeclared damage
- Mileage checked against the MOT history and service records
- Engine, gearbox, brakes, suspension, steering and tyres
- Road test (from our Full inspection upwards)
- Photos of every fault, with repair cost estimates on Premium and Ultimate
Prices
Post-purchase inspection prices
Fixed prices, no travel charge. We recommend Premium or Ultimate, because they include repair cost estimates.
Basic110-point · No road test£69.99
Full135-point · Road test up to 10 miles£99.99
Premium160-point · Road test up to 15 miles£139.99
Ultimate180-point · Road test up to 20 miles£169.99
Questions
Post-purchase inspection FAQs
Can I use the report in a dispute with the seller?
Our report is prepared to help you understand the car’s condition. You are free to show it to the seller, but it is not prepared for complaints, claims, disputes or legal proceedings, and it is not expert evidence. RevXpress does not attend court, act as an expert witness or take part in disputes, and accepts no responsibility for the outcome of any claim (section 4.4 of our terms). If you need evidence for a dispute, instruct an appropriately qualified independent expert for that purpose.
What are my rights if a used car from a dealer develops a fault?
Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, a car bought from a trader must be of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose and as described. You normally have 30 days to reject a faulty car for a full refund. Within six months, a fault is usually assumed to have been there when you bought it unless the dealer can show otherwise. Private sales only have to be “as described”. This is general information, not legal advice; Citizens Advice can help with your situation.
How soon should I get the car checked?
As soon as you notice a problem, and ideally within the first 30 days, while you have the most rights against a dealer.
Can you inspect the car at my home?
Yes. The inspector comes to wherever the car is: your home, your work, or the dealer if you have taken it back.
How much does it cost?
Post-purchase inspections use our fixed prices, from £69.99 for Basic up to £169.99 for Ultimate, with no travel charge in London. We recommend Premium or Ultimate, because they include repair cost estimates.
How do I book?
Book online and choose a time, or call us on 020 3819 6799. When you book, tell us in the notes that it’s a post-purchase inspection so the inspector knows what to focus on.
RevXpress is an independent inspection company. Our inspections are non-intrusive: we look, listen, test drive and scan, but don't take anything apart. Our reports are prepared to help you understand the vehicle’s condition. They are not prepared for disputes, claims or legal proceedings and are not expert evidence. RevXpress does not attend court or act as an expert witness, and accepts no responsibility for the outcome of any complaint, claim or dispute (see section 4.4 of our terms and conditions).
What we inspect
Other inspections we do
Pre-purchase inspectionBefore you buy a used car, at the dealer or private seller.Van & commercialUsed vans and light commercial vehicles.Electric carEVs including Tesla: battery, charging and EV-specific faults.Hybrid carHybrid system, battery and engine checked together.Lease returnCheck for damage charges before you hand the car back.Classic & prestigePaint readings, rust and condition on valuable cars.