Title Page

  • Conducted on

  • Person carrying out check

  • Vehicle Registration Number

  • Vehicle Mileage

Visability/Windscreens

  • Are the windscreens/windows clean, clear of obstruction, dirt and debris?

  • Are any windscreens/windows/mirrors chipped or cracked or out of alignment?

  • Do the wipers work effectively and are they in a good condition?

  • Are the washers operational and do they work correctly?

  • Is the washer fluid topped up?

  • Are the lights clean and free from debris and dirt build-up?

  • Are the number plates visible and free from debris and dirt build-up?

Lights

  • Are all lights working correctly?

  • Are all indicators working correctly?

  • Are all lense/lamp covers present and the correct colour?

  • Are any dashboard warning lights on?

  • What is the error?

Brakes

  • Does the foot brake/pedal work correctly without any noises?

  • Does the hand/parking brake work correctly without any excess travel?

Tyres & Wheels (failing to ensure a tyre is safe and legal can result in receiving 3 penalty points on your licence - per tyre!)

  • Are all tyres sufficiently inflated?

  • Are all tyres above the minimum tread depth of 1.6mm?

  • Are there any deep cuts, nails/debris in sidewall of tyres?

  • Is cord visible anywhere on tyre?

  • Are all wheel-nuts and hub caps present, secure and scuff free?

Horn & Steering

  • Do horns work when operated?

  • Is the steering wheel positioned correctly?

  • Does the steering wheel have excessive play?

  • Is the steering wheel clean and free from breaks/tears?

Seats & seatbelts

  • Are the seats secure, clean and free from cuts, rips, tears and damage?

  • Are seatbelts operating correctly and clean and free from cuts, tears, rips and damage?

Bodywork & Doors

  • Do all doors shut properly and are secure when closed?

  • Is there any damage to the bodywork?

  • Are any body panels loose or in danger of falling off?

  • Is the vehicle clean and free from debris and dirt build-up?

Exhaust

  • Is the exhaust securely fitted?

  • Is the exhaust emitting excessive amounts of smoke or making loud noises?

Sign off

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