The Items Checked During the 161 point Intermotion inspection are split into 13 catagories as listed below:

  • Body Exterior
  • Engine Compartment
  • Electrical System & Driver Controls
  • Interior & Luggage Compartment
  • Steering & Suspension (Front)
  • Rear Suspension
  • Clutch & Transmission
  • Exhaust System
  • Wheels & Tyres
  • Brakes
  • Fuel System
  • Road Test
  • Final Check

Body Exterior: 

  • Panel Condition and alignment
  • Paintwork
  • Glass (condition and damage)
  • Exterior trims, bumpers (condition and security)
  • Number Pates (condition & legality)
  • Fuel Filler cover, cap and seal
  • Bonnet, Boot & door hinges
  • Bonnet release and catch
  • Soft top condition and operation
  • Body damage and evidence of past repair
  • Door locks operation & security
  • Door , boot & roof seals  

Engine Compartment: 

  • Coolant level
  • Antifreeze content
  • Coolant leaks at engine operating temperature
  • Radiator condition & pressure cap
  • Hoses pipes & clips
  • Water pump
  • Aux drive belts
  • Power steering level & leaks
  • Clutch fluid level
  • Brake fluid level
  • Engine oil level
  • Visible leaks
  • Engine mounts (security & condition)
  • Fuel injection / carburettor
  • Turbo / Supercharger
  • Fuel pipes & pump
  • Accelerator cable & linkage (where visible)
  • Hot & cold starting where possible
  • Excessive exhaust fumes / smoke (visual test only)

Electrical System / Driver Controls: 

  • Ignition lock & starting
  • Battery charging circuit
  • Side lights (front and rear)
  • Head lights
  • Head Light Wash Wipe
  • Main Beam
  • Fog lamps (front & rear)
  • Stop lights
  • Reverse lights
  • Indicator / hazard warning lights
  • Rear number plate lights
  • Auxiliary lights
  • Panel / Warning lamps
  • Horn
  • Instruments
  • Switches & Controls
  • Interior Lamps
  • Audio Equipment
  • Heater Fan & Controls
  • Air Con / Climate Control
  • Windows / Sunroof / Convertible Roof
  • Wiper / Washer System
  • Mirrors (electrical function)
  • Door Lock / Alarm  

Interior & Luggage Compartment: 

  • Steering Wheel & Adjustment
  • Seat Adjustment (manual & electric)
  • Seat Trim
  • Seat Belts
  • Carpets & Floor Mats
  • Door Trim panels
  • Door Seals & Hinges
  • Door Fitting & Operation
  • Interior Sills
  • Head Lining & Sun visors
  • Cigarette Lighter
  • Dash Panel Condition
  • Mirrors (internal)
  • Courtesy Lights
  • Rear Parcel Shelf
  • Boot Lock
  • Luggage Area Trim
  • Tool Kit etc
  • Soft Top Material
  • Tonneau Cover
  • Spare Wheel

Steering & Suspension: (front) 

  • Steering Joints & Ball Joints
  • Wheel Hubs & Bearings
  • Steering Rack / Box
  • Gaiters
  • Power Steering
  • Road Springs & Dampers
  • Suspension Arms
  • Suspension Bushes
  • Chassis Members
  • Sub Frames
  • Anti Roll Bar & Drop Links
  • Corrosion - Chassis
  • Corrosion Protection
  • Pipes & Hoses
  • Engine External Leakage

Rear Suspension: 

  • Road Springs & Dampers
  • Anti Roll Bar & Drop links
  • Suspension Arms & Bushes
  • Wheel Bearings & Hubs
  • Bump Stops & Gaiters
  • Pipes & Hoses
  • Sub frames & Mountings
  • Chassis Members
  • Corrosion Protection
  • Corrosion Floor & Chassis

Clutch & Transmission: 

  • Fluid & Oil Leaks
  • Hydraulic System
  • Cables & Adjustment
  • Linkage & Wear
  • Casings
  • Mountings
  • Prop Shafts
  • Drive Shafts
  • Backlash
  • Universal & Sliding Joints
  • Bearings & Supports
Exhaust System:
  • Manifolds
  • Pipes
  • Silencer & Catalyst
  • Heat Shield & Mountings
  • Joints & Couplings
  • System Condition

Wheels & Tyres: 

  • Wheel Rims
  • Wheel Trims
  • N/S/F Tyre
  • O/S/F Tyre
  • N/S/R Tyre
  • O/S/R Tyre
  • Spare Tyre

Brakes: 

  • Master Cylinder Security
  • Fluid Leaks
  • Servo
  • Pedal & Linkage
  • Flexi Hoses
  • Pipes & Connections
  • Discs & Pads (if visible)
  • Hand Brake Operations & Adjustment
  • ABS Warning Light

Fuel System: 

  • Tank
  • Tank Fixings
  • Fuel Lines
  • Breather Pipes
  • Evidence of Leaks

Road Test: 

  • Engine Performance
  • Engine Noise
  • Excessive smoke
  • Overheating Evidence
  • Gearbox Operation
  • Auto Box & Kick Down
  • Final Drive Operation & noise level
  • Clutch Operation
  • 4 Wheel Drive Operation
  • Cooling Fan Operation
  • Instrument Controls
  • Steering Wheel Alignment
  • Steering Effort
  • General Steering & Handling
  • Footbrake Operation
  • Hand Brake Operation
  • Suspension Noise
  • Road Holding
  • Hot Starting
  • Warning Lights
  • Cruise Control

Final Check: 

  • Fluid Leaks

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