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  • Date of inspection

  • Inspected by

  • Vehicle inspected

  • Location

Check the following:

Lights

  • all lights and indicators work correctly

  • all lenses are present, clean and the correct colour

  • stop lamps come on when the service brake is applied and go out when released

  • all dashboard warning lights work correctly

Horn and Steering

  • horn works when its control is operated

  • steering has no excessive play

Washers and Wipers

  • wipers move continually when switched on

  • wiper blades clear the windscreen when used with washers

  • washers point at the windscreen and are operational

  • washer fluid is topped up

Mirrors and Glass

  • all mirrors are properly aligned and secure

  • your view of the road in all directions isn't obscured by damaged or discoloured glass

Seats and Seatbelts

  • seats are secure

  • seatbelts operate correctly and are free from cuts and damage

Brakes

  • foot service brakes work correctly and does not have excessive travel

  • parking brake works correctly and does not have excessive travel

Bodywork and Doors

  • all doors shut properly and are secure when closed

  • there are no sharp edges or damage

  • no body panels are loose or in danger of falling off

Tyres and Wheels

  • tyres have a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm

  • sufficient inflation of each tyre

  • no deep cuts in the sidewall

  • no cord visible anywhere on the tyre

  • no missing or insecure wheel nuts

Load

  • any load is adequately secured

  • van doors have an effective locking device

Tow Bars

  • tow bar is secure and any trailer is correctly and securely attached with all electrical connections working correctly

Exhaust

  • exhaust doesn’t emit excessive amounts of smoke

Fluids Fuel and Oil

  • brake fluid, engine coolant, engine oil, power steering fluid, windscreen washer fluid and water levels are correct

  • fuel filler cap is securely fitted

  • there are no brake fluid, power steering fluid and water leaks by looking for puddles on the ground - if leaks are detected trace the cause

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