Car Checks

🔧 1. Exterior Checks

• Lights: Headlights, indicators, brake lights, reverse lights, number plate lights, fog lights

• Wipers & Washers: Blade condition, spray pattern, washer fluid level

• Mirrors: Integrity, positioning, and secure mounting

• Bodywork & Windshield: Damage, cracks, chips, rust spots

• Number Plates: Visibility, cleanliness, and legality

⚙️ 2. Under the Bonnet

• Engine Oil Level & Condition

• Coolant Level & Condition

• Brake Fluid Level

• Power Steering Fluid

• Battery Condition & Terminals

• Drive Belts: Wear and tension

• Visible Leaks: Oil, coolant, fuel

🚘 3. Interior Checks

• Dashboard Warning Lights

• Horn Function

• Seat Belts: Condition and locking mechanism

• Heater/AC Controls

• Steering Play and Feel

• Clutch Operation (Manual)

• Parking Brake (Handbrake) Function

🛞 4. Tyres & Brakes

• Tyre Tread Depth (legal minimum 1.6mm)

• Tyre Pressure

• Sidewall Damage or Bulges

• Spare Tyre or Repair Kit

• Brake Pads: Thickness and wear

• Brake Discs: Scoring or warping

• Brake Lines & Hoses: Corrosion, cracks, leaks

🔩 5. Suspension & Steering

• Shock Absorbers

• Suspension Joints and Bushings

• Steering Components: Free play, responsiveness

• Wheel Bearings: Noise or play

🗓️ When to Do Car Checks

• Weekly: Tyres, lights, windscreen, wipers, screenwash

• Monthly: Oil level, coolant, brake fluid, battery terminals

• Before Long Trips: Full fluid check, tyre inspection, lights

• Seasonally: Battery and tyre change (especially winter), coolant strength, AC or heater performance

💡 Tip for Customers:

Regular car checks not only improve safety but also reduce the risk of costly repairs and improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and longevity.