Buy Your Next Vehicle With Complete Confidence
Buying a used vehicle is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make. Don’t risk hidden faults, expensive repairs or buying a vehicle with a questionable history. Recova’s professional pre-purchase vehicle inspections give you a clear, independent assessment of a vehicle before you buy, helping you make an informed decision with complete confidence.
Whether you’re purchasing from a dealership, private seller or auction, our experienced technicians inspect the vehicle from top to bottom and provide a comprehensive digital report highlighting its condition, any defects found and our overall buying recommendation.
Why Choose a Pre Purchase Vehicle Inspection?
Buying a used vehicle without having it professionally inspected can be a costly mistake. Many problems aren’t obvious during a quick viewing or short test drive, and hidden mechanical faults, accident damage or expensive repairs can leave you with unexpected bills after you’ve purchased the vehicle.
A Recova pre-purchase vehicle inspection provides a thorough assessment of the vehicle’s overall condition, giving you complete confidence before handing over your money.
Our inspections can help you:
Avoid expensive repairs
Identify hidden faults
Check for previous accident repairs
Detect warning signs before purchase
Negotiate a better purchase price
Decide whether to buy or walk away
Choose Your Inspection Package
Essential Inspection
From £99
Ideal for lower-value vehicles or buyers wanting a professional opinion before travelling to collect a vehicle.
- Exterior inspection
- Interior inspection
- Tyres and wheels
- Brakes (visual)
- Suspension visual check
- Engine bay inspection
- Fluid levels
- Lights and electrics
- Road test (where possible)
- Basic report
Comprehensive Inspection
From £149
Our most popular package providing a complete mechanical and cosmetic inspection.
Includes everything in Essential plus:
- Diagnostic scan
- Paintwork inspection
- Body panel alignment
- Accident repair checks
- Cooling system inspection
- Steering inspection
- Suspension assessment
- Brake performance
- Exhaust inspection
- Underbody inspection
- Extended road test
- 100+ inspection points
- Digital report with photographs
Premium Inspection
From £249
Our most detailed inspection for prestige, performance and higher-value vehicles.
Includes everything in Comprehensive plus:
- Advanced diagnostics
- Live engine data
- Battery & charging system test
- Hybrid & EV system overview
- Brake fluid condition
- High-resolution photo report
- Video walkaround
- Repair cost estimates
- Purchase advice
- Negotiation support
- Telephone consultation
How Our Inspection Process Works
1. Book Your Inspection
Choose your preferred package and provide the vehicle details.
2. We Contact the Seller
We'll arrange a suitable inspection time directly with the seller.
3. Full Vehicle Inspection
Our technician completes a thorough inspection using professional equipment.
4. Receive Your Report
You'll receive a comprehensive digital report with photographs, findings and recommendations.
5. Buy With Confidence
Use the report to negotiate, purchase the vehicle or walk away.
Your Digital Inspection Report
Every inspection includes a professional report detailing the overall condition of the vehicle.
Your report includes:
- Overall condition score
- Mechanical findings
- Cosmetic defects
- Diagnostic results
- High-quality photographs
- Road test observations
- Fault explanations
- Repair recommendations
- Estimated repair costs (Premium)
- Our buying recommendation
Our Buying Recommendation
Every report ends with one of four recommendations.
1. Buy With Confidence
The vehicle is in excellent condition with only minor cosmetic wear.
2. Buy With Minor Repairs
Some repairs are recommended but nothing significant.
3. Buy With Caution
Several issues have been identified. We recommend negotiating the purchase price before buying.
4. Walk Away
Major mechanical or structural faults have been identified that could result in expensive repairs.
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Don't Buy a Used Vehicle Without Knowing What's Underneath
A professional pre-purchase vehicle inspection could save you thousands in unexpected repair costs and give you complete confidence before you buy.
Book your inspection today and let Recova provide the expert advice you need to make the right decision.
