A State Roads mechanical
inspection provides you with a comprehensive assessment
of the vehicle's mechanical condition. Mechanical
checks are made on the motor, gear box, differential,
and drive line to give you a comprehensive
assessment of the vehicle's mechanical health. It
is this level of detail that truly sets us apart and
gives you the peace of mind to buy your next vehicle
with complete confidence.
Mechanical Inspections
Cooling system pressure test.
Passed
Compression test - Your engine's compression can tell a lot about
its inner health. Compression tests will reveal these
numbers and allow you to troubleshoot the problem.
Failed -
Blown Cylinder Head or blown head gasket or cracked cylinder
wall. Either way - very costly..
Alternator (belt
condition/tension, charging), Water pump (noise / leaks),
Power steering (fluid level, belt
condition/tension), Fuel system operation
(connections/leakage),
Valve stem condition, Engine & Transmission leaks, Engine/Transmission mount
condition,
Transfer case (housing cracks and
leakage),
Brake master cylinder and booster
(operation/leaks),
Tyres,
Wheels/rims (Check for damage),
CV
Joint/boots/drive-shaft/universal joint (cracks, leakage),Differential (wear, whine, housing
cracks and leakage),
Brake pad thickness (approximate), Brake rotor thickness and surface
(if possible),Suspension (springs), McPherson strut/shock absorber
leakage, Bushing condition, Ball joint and tie rod ends, Power steering rack and steering
box leakage, Entire exhaust system (condition,
leaks, damage, noise, catalytic converter and converter
shield)
Body
Headlights (high/low operation, cracks,
chips, scratches, pitting),
Brake lights,Turn signal lights (operation,
cracks, chips, scratches),
Parking lamps,Fog lamps (if applicable),License plate light, Tail lights
(operation, cracks, chips, scratches, damage),Reverse lamps,Emergency flasher Hazard Lights,All Panels (stone chips, dents,
scratches, cosmetic repairs) including
Paint depth readingsRust and Rust repairs (quality and
quantity),
Windscreen (stone chips, wiper scratches
and cracks),
Door operations (key/keyless lock
operation, hinge wear, window winder),Major body repairs (skins
replacement, bent chassis rails and skirt separation)
