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1  Check Parking brake operation and travel

 

2 Check operation of exterior lights

 

3 Check horn

 

4 Check seatbelts

 

5 Check ABS warning light for correct operation

 

6 Check heater plug indicator (diesels)

 

7 Check for correct clutch operation

 

8 Top up battery and check security

 

9 Check and top up brake and clutch fluid

 

10 Check windscreen wipers

 

11 Check operation and top up windscreen washers

 

12 Check/Top up power steering reservoir (where applicable)

 

13 check coolant/antifreeze strength and top up

 

14 Check condition of auxillary belt and retension if applicable

 

15 Replace oil filter

 

16 Drain and refill oil (special or synthetic oil subject to additional charge)

 

17 Check and top up gearbox oil where applicable

 

18 Check and topup axle oil where applicable

 

19 check and top up auto trans where applicable

 

20 Check for and report general oil leaks

 

21 Check wheel bearings for play and noise

 

22 Check steering and suspension componenets

 

23 Check steering rack gaiters if applicable

 

24 Check shock absorbers for leaks and operation

 

25 Remove front wheels and check discs/drums for wear, cracks etc.

 

26 Check brake pads for wear or damage

 

27 Check callipers for leaks and operation

 

28 Remove rear wheels and check discs/drums for wear, cracks etc.

 

29 Check rear pads/shoes for wear or damage

 

30 Inspect wheel cylinders for leaks and operation

 

31 Visually check all hydraulic system pipes/hoses for leaks/chafing/corrosion

 

32 Check security of handbrake linkages lubricate where necessary

 

33 Adjust handbrake if required

 

34 Check propshaft /driveshaft and joints

 

35 Check driveshaft gaiters for security and leaks

 

36 Inspect exhaust system for security and leaks

 

37 Check tyre condition,tread depth and record readings (inc spare)

 

38 Check wheels for correct balancing inc spare (Correct at extra cost)

 

39 Set wheel nut torque to manufacturers settings

 

40 Reset vehicle service light where applicable

 

41 Carry out battery test

 

42 Check condition of all fuel lines

 

43 Visual inspection of HT leads

 

44 Visual inspection of Distributor cap (if applicable)

 

45 Visual inspection of rotor arm (if applicable)

 

46 Replace spark plugs if applicable (platinum, longlife,multi electrode at extra cost

 

47 Replace air filter element

 

48 Replace diesel fuel filter

 

49 Visually check smoke emissions (Diesel)

 

50 Lubricate throttle linkage if applicable

 

51 Check Radiator for leaks

 

52 Check coolant hoses for condition and leaks

 

53 Check rad cap

 

54 Check expansion bottle and cap for leaks

 

55 Check electric cooling fan for operation where applicable

 

56 Lubricate door hinges and latches and bonnet latch

 

57 Grease steering, suspension and drive shafts where applicable

 

58 Check condition of fuel cap

 

59 Check tyres for indications of steering missalignment

 

60 Check windscreen condition

 

61 Check exterior mirror condition

 

62 Check interior mirror condition

 

63 Check number plates

 

64 Check timing/cam belt replacement intervals and advise customer

 

65 Check cabin/pollen filter (replace at extra cost)

 

66 Replace brake fluid and bleed out system

 

67  Replace petrol fuel filter

 

68 Drain out and refill Cooling system

 

69 Check starter motor operation and security

 

70 Check alternator and charging system

 

MOT Free if Taken at the same time.