Our comprehensive pre-purchase car inspection in Singapore covers key areas including the engine, transmission, undercarriage, body and paintwork, electronics, air-conditioning, diagnostic fault codes and road testing. Explore our inspection checklist below to see what our dedicated PPI mechanics check when assessing a pre-owned vehicle.
Engine starts properly
Engine Noise
Engine idles properly
Engine acceleration
Belting
Engine & Transmission Mounting
Brake pads thickness
Brake pedal
Brake lines, hoses & fittings
Suspension and shock absorber
Steering operation
Undercarriage noises
Gearbox
Clutch operates properly
Gauges operate properly
Transmission/Transaxle shift
Transmission/Transaxle noise
Signs of major accident repair
Signs of structural repair or damage
Signs of flood or water damage
Signs of fire damage
Engine Control Module (ECU)
Transmission Control Module (TCM)
ABS & Braking System
Airbag & SRS System
Body Control Module (BCM)
Steering & Chassis Systems
Air-Conditioning / Climate Control System
– See a real inspection case involving system fault codes
Electronic Parking Brake
Battery & Charging System
Other Available Vehicle Control Module
Current / Active Fault Codes
Stored / Historical Fault Codes
Intermittent Fault Codes
Dashboard Warning Lights
System Communication Faults
Relevant Diagnostic Data Review
Door seal (all doors)
Door handles
Front bumper
Front fender (left)
Front doors (right)
Front door panel (right)
Front doors (left)
Front door panel (left)
Front bonnet, support and insulator
Front fender (right)
Rear bonnet
Rear fender/Quarterpanel (right)
Rear fender/Quarterpanel (left)
Rear bumper
Rear doors (right)
Rear door panel (right)
Rear doors (left)
Rear door panel (left)
Side skirt (left)
Side skirt (right)
Body panel inspection
Grille inspection
Sunroof/Moonroof
Convertible top
Front bonnet release
Front windscreen
Rear windscreen
Front window (left)
Front window (right)
Rear window (left)
Rear window (right)
Rear quarter window (left)
Rear quarter window (right)
Rear window wiper switch
Windscreen wipers switch
Wiper blades front & rear
Power window controls
Left side mirror
Right side mirror
Outside rear view mirrors
Sun visors, vanity mirror & light
Front end exterior lights (left) – Headlight
Front end exterior lights (right) – Headlight
Side exterior lights
Rear end exterior lights (left) – Reverse, taillamp, stop
Rear end exterior lights (right) – Reverse, taillamp, stop
Hazard lights
Indicator light
Fog lamp function
Daytime running light
Low/high beam function
Auto on/off lights
Spare tyre
Jack & tool kit
Rims
Wheel alignment
Wheel covers & center caps
Radio/Cassette/CD/DVD Player
Speakers
Alarm/Theft deterrent system
Reverse camera
Antenna
Air conditioning switch panel
Air conditioning parts
Air conditioning system
Front aircon vents
Rear aircon vents
Anti-fog/Defroster coil damage
Center armrest/Console
Floor mats
Interior carpet
Front door trim board (right)
Front door trim board (left)
Door trim board 2nd row (right)
Door trim board 2nd row (left)
A-pillar door trim board (right)
A-pillar door trim board (left)
B-pillar door trim board (right)
B-pillar door trim board (left)
C-pillar door trim board (right)
C-pillar door trim board (left)
Glove box
Dashboard drawer
Front seat including electric seat
Rear seat including electric seat
Folding seats
Heated seats
Cooled seats
Seat & headrest restraint adjustment
Headlining
Parcel shelf/Speaker board/Tonneau cover
Clock
Power outlet – 12V port/Cigarette lighter
Power outlet – USB port/Cigarette lighter
Power steering
Steering wheel controls
Steering wheel condition
Tilt/Telescopic steering wheel
Tripmeter and odometer
Interior courtesy, dome & map lights
Ashtrays
Handbrake/Footbrake Lever
Gear knob
Horn
Warning light
Cruise control operation
Driver Profile/Memory System
Dashboard/Control Panel
Paddle shifters
Safety belts
Airbags
Central locking system
Remote boot release
Push start button system
Fuel cap release
Luggage compartment light
Luggage compartment trim & cargo net
Luggage board
Brake fluid
Transmission fluid
Transmission fluid leaks
– See a real inspection case where oil staining was identified
Power steering fluid
Windshield washer fluid
Engine oil
Engine oil leaks
Coolant tank
Coolant
Radiator
Exhaust System
Power steering pump
Rack and pinion, linkage & boots
Tie rods & idler arm
Control arms & ball joints
Sway bars, links & bushings
– See a real inspection case where stabiliser link play was identified
Front tyre (left)
Front tyre (right)
Rear tyre (left)
Rear tyre (right)