



MECHANICAL PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTIONS
If you are looking to buy a second-hand car, make sure you are not getting a lemon!
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Take the guesswork out and have your car professionally checked by a qualified BE-ON Automotive mechanic before you purchase.
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PLEASE NOTE: BE-ON AUTOMOTIVE DO NOT PROVIDE INSPECTIONS FOR VEHICLES TO BE LICENCED, REMOVAL OF DEFECT NOTICES, OR TO CHANGE LICENCE PLATES << CLICK HERE FOR THESE SERVICES
At BE-ON Automotive, we are dedicated to giving you quality service according to your needs. Our qualified mechanics will undertake a full mechanical inspection report on your vehicle.
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The following mechanical checks are included:
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Engine - Oil level and condition, all fluid levels and condition, power steering, cooling system pressure test, drive belts and pulleys, mounts, noises, radiator and cap condition, road test.
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Under body – Exhaust system, drive line, steering components, suspension, fuel hoses, wheel bearings, shock absorbers.
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Brakes – Brake pads and discs, hand brake, brake hoses.
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Tyres – Inspect all tyres including spare, rims and nuts.
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Battery and charging system – Electrolyte level, terminals and leads, charge rate, condition, type and size.
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Interior components – Seatbelts, window operation, air conditioner operation.
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Do you need your vehicle inspection to be licensed, remove a defect notice (yellow sticker) or does your vehicle require an annual inspection?If you need to get your vehicle inspected in order to license it, remove a defect notice (yellow sticker), or if your vehicle requires an annual inspection then you will need to use an Authorised Inspection Station service provider, a Mechanical Pre-Purchase Inspection is not what you require. Please use this link to find out how and where to get your vehicle inspected in Western Australia: Get a vehicle inspected (transport.wa.gov.au)
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What is a mechanical pre-purchase car inspection?A mechanical pre-purchase car inspection is performed by an automotive professional to examine a second-hand car and report on the mechanical soundness and working order of your car.
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What does a pre-purchase car inspection cost?A Mechanical pre-purchase inspection is $200 (+GST)
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Are mechanical pre-purchase car inspections covered by insurance?Pre-purchase car inspections are not usually covered by your existing car insurance, but the car inspection report may be useful when negotiating the cost of your potential future car insurance.
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Are mechanical pre-purchase inspection tax deductible?If the mechanical pre-purchase car inspection is performed for a car you will be using for business, you may be able to claim some or all the cost as a business expense. Keep a detailed record of the service and the cost, and present this to an accountant or seek further clarification from the ATO.