Know what you are dealing with — before the MOT or before you buy.

Unexpected MOT failures cost time and money. Hidden faults on a used car can cost far more. Mechapro provides professional mobile inspection services for both — carried out at your location or the seller's address, using diagnostic equipment and structured visual assessment.

MOT preparation inspection

MOT tests must be carried out at a DVSA-approved centre. But many failures are caused by faults that could have been identified and fixed beforehand. Our mobile MOT preparation inspection assesses the key areas examiners check — so you can address issues before the test, not after.

✅ Brake condition and performance — pad depth, disc condition, balance

✅ Tyres — tread depth (legal minimum 1.6mm), sidewall condition, pressure

✅ Lights — all bulbs, indicators, fog lights, brake lights

✅ Steering and suspension — play, wear, component condition

Windscreen — cracks, chips in the swept area, wiper operation

✅ Exhaust — visible damage, emissions indicators

✅ Seatbelts — operation and condition

✅ Battery and charging system — voltage and charging output

✅ Warning lights — scanning for stored fault codes

Where minor issues are found that can be repaired on site, we can carry out the work immediately. Larger issues are reported clearly with professional advice on how to proceed.

Pre-purchase vehicle inspection

Buying a used vehicle without a professional inspection is a significant financial risk. Hidden faults, clocked mileage indicators, accident damage and expensive mechanical problems are all things a general test drive will not reveal. We attend the vehicle's location — including private seller addresses — and carry out a structured inspection combining diagnostic scanning and detailed visual assessment.

✅ Engine condition — diagnostic fault codes, running quality, oil condition

✅ Brake system — pad and disc wear, caliper condition

✅ Suspension and steering — wear, play, component condition

✅ Tyres and wheels — tread, condition, uneven wear patterns

✅ Signs of leaks — oil, coolant, brake fluid

✅ Electrical systems — warning lights, charging system, comfort electronics

✅ Bodywork and visible structural concerns

✅ Overall roadworthiness assessment

Following the inspection, you receive a clear verbal and written summary of findings — including anything that may require attention in the near or medium term. We give you honest information, not a sales pitch.

MOT due? Considering a used car purchase?

Send us the vehicle registration and location via WhatsApp. We will confirm availability and advise on the right inspection for your situation. Available across Luton, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Watford and surrounding areas.

What You Receive

✅ Detailed written inspection report

✅ Diagnostic fault code scan results

✅ Photographic evidence of issues (where applicable)

✅ Clear explanation of findings

✅ Repair recommendations if needed

✅ No pressure for unnecessary work

Pre-Purchase Inspection

MOT Preparation

Full vehicle assessment before you buy

Pre-MOT check to avoid failures

From £100

From £80

Comprehensive inspection & report

Full pre-MOT assessment