Pre Purchase Truck Inspections
Our Specialty Service
Comprehensive Pre Purchase Used Truck Inspections Sydney and NSW
20+ Years Experience
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Our Mobile Pre Purchase Truck Inspections Include:
✅ Tipper truck inspections
✅ Crane truck inspection
✅ Concrete agitator inspection
✅ Trailer inspections
✅ Caravan inspections
✅ Curtainsider truck inspection
✅ Pantech truck inspection
✅ Fleet inspections
✅ Motorhome inspections
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CALL NOW FOR PRE PURCHASE TRUCK INSPECTIONS SYDNEY and NSW
Our Truck inspections in Sydney and NSW encompass a diverse range of vehicles, spanning from small Pantech’s to 90-tonne rated B double combinations and everything in between.
Our expertise isn’t limited to pre-purchase inspections alone; we also perform pre-sale and post-repair inspections, all conducted by a qualified heavy vehicle mechanic with a wealth of experience in motor vehicle assessing. We are more than willing to provide credentials upon request to ensure your confidence in our service.
Our commitment is to deliver comprehensive mobile heavy vehicle inspections across the Sydney and Newcastle regions, focusing on industry-specific aspects. This includes in-depth checks of the interior, computer systems, clutch engagement/free play, brake linings, turntable free play, and air pressure systems.
Regardless of the vehicle’s configuration, whether it’s a tipper, motor home, heavy trailer, caravan, tautliner, or concrete agitator, we meticulously inspect all plant bodies and attachments while thoroughly reporting on functions and features.
Discounts for Multiple Vehicles
We value your time and understand its significance, so our goal is to conduct thorough inspections that ensure your vehicle is prepared to meet the demands of daily contracts or holiday excursions.
For those with multiple vehicles, we offer a discounted rate when inspecting multiple vehicles within the same complex, extending our full range of services to cover them all.
Rest assured, our heavy vehicle inspections in Sydney are exclusively carried out by qualified diesel mechanics, ensuring the reliability and dependability of your valuable assets. Diesel qualification certificates are available upon request for our clients’ peace of mind.
How much does a truck inspection cost?
Please note prices listed are based within the Sydney Metropolitan area.
We do howwever cover NSW regions from the South Coast to Newcastle
Our Complete inspection | from $499+ GST
What Do You Receive?
✅ Detailed Report received the same day
✅ 100+ high definition image Schedule
✅ PPSR certificate
✅ CarHistory Report
✅ Valuation
✅ Examples of comparable vehicles for sale online
✅ Onsite phone call
✅ Heavy vehicle test drive completed – NOT JUST AROUND THE BLOCK
ON SITE PHONE CALL
Want to make a fast decision after your inspection? No worries. We will contact you after each inspection and run down all our concerns (if any) with you and give you the best understanding of what you are purchasing so you can make the right decision.
No time to talk over the phone? That’s fine, we aim to send your report on the same day for morning inspections, and the net morning for evening inspections.
Why Choose Us with pre purchase truck inspections Syndey and NSW?
Digital Paint Testing
We are equipped to test the paint thickness to determine any possible pre-existing repairs, body filler, or any other nasty surprises under the paintwork.
Diagnostic Testing
We provide computer diagnostics scanning, and comprehensively check all available onboard modules to discover any hidden faults. We can reset any inactive faults and monitor the vehicle for the remainder of the inspection.
Complimentary Valuations
We are expert valuers and can provide you with a valuation report, with attached market examples, to ensure our clients are paying within the expected market value for any vehicle.
Compression Leak Testing (head-gasket condition)
The compression leak test detects any presence of Co2 (carbon dioxide) within the cooling system. The presence of Co2 indicates there is an internal combustion leak within the engine which will ultimately cause compression drop in the cylinders.
Our Pre Purchase Truck Inspection Checklist
Bodywork
- Paint thickness
- Pre-existing repairs
- Glass
- Rust
- Rubber sealing
- Spotter mirrors
Mechanical
- Oil leaks (engine, transmission, differential)
- Gear changes
- Clutch free play
- Lubrication inspection (tail shaft, grease points, steering components)
- Wheels/tyres (tread depth)
- Suspension/steering components
- Computer download for active fault codes
- Internal compression leak test (head gasket condition)
- Coolant test
- King pins
- Turntable
- Airbag suspension
- ADR35 air systems check (RMS requirement)
Electrical
- Air-conditioning operation/gas check
- Instrument cluster
- Windows
- Mirrors
- Audio system
- Full computer download of all systems to detect any hidden faults that a visual inspection cannot reveal
- CB radio
- Reverse camera (if fitted)
Interior
- Seats (cushions, tears etc..)
- vinyl flooring
- Dashboard
- Seat belts
- Fittings
- Rattles/noises
- Handles
- Hood lining
- Sleeper bunk
Heavy Truck vs Light Truck Inspections in Sydney
When arranging a pre purchase truck inspection in Sydney, it is important to understand the difference between heavy truck inspections and light truck inspections. Each type of vehicle has specific requirements, and our licensed diesel mechanics adjust the inspection process accordingly.
Light truck inspections
✅Suitable for vehicles up to 4.5 tonnes GVM
✅Focus on roadworthiness, safety, and compliance for everyday commercial use
✅ Checks include steering, suspension, brakes, tyres, lights, exhaust, and chassis condition
✅ Common for delivery trucks, small tippers, and light commercial vehicles
Heavy truck inspections
✅Required for vehicles over 4.5 tonnes GVM, including prime movers, heavy tippers, and crane trucks
✅ More extensive due to higher loads and complex systems
✅ Checks include air brake systems, driveline components, suspension integrity, chassis rails, and coupling devices
✅ Covers specialised attachments such as agitators, cranes, and trailers
Why the difference matters
Light truck inspections ensure compliance with registration and safe operation under lighter loads. Heavy truck inspections safeguard against costly mechanical failures and confirm compliance with Heavy Vehicle National Law. Choosing the right inspection protects your investment and ensures legal and safety standards are met.
What is a paint thickness test during our pre purchase truck inspections?
A coating thickness gauge is utilised to test the coating thickness of ferrous and non-ferrous metals (otherwise known as magnetic and non-magnetic metal surfaces).
Ferrous metals include:
✅Steel panels
✅Iron chassis and engine blocks
Non-ferrous metals include:
✅Aluminium panels
✅Tin panels
When conducting an inspection and a piece of equipment, we are able to determine not only the thickness of the subject panel coating (i.e paint), but to determine whether there are any underlaying imperfections that we cannot see to the naked eye.
What imperfections can be indentified during paint and chassis thickness testing ?
These imperfections include:
❌Body rust
❌Chassis rust
❌Body filler
❌Substandard welds
❌Rust plates
❌Fish plates
❌Sand blasting
All of the above mentioned are crucial factors in determining if the subject vehicle deemed as being safe with no other unexpected pre-existing damages
or repairs.
In short, a coasting thickness or paint thickness test is crucial when completing vehicle inspections. No matter if it is for a pre-purchase inspection, warranty inspection or repair dispute inspections.
Why Choose a Licensed Diesel Mechanic for Pre Purchase Truck Inspections
When booking a pre purchase truck inspection in Sydney and NSW, the qualifications of the inspector make all the difference. Trucks are complex machines, and only a licensed diesel mechanic has the training and experience to identify issues that could cost thousands of dollars after purchase.
Experience with Heavy and Light Trucks
Licensed diesel mechanics understand the differences between light truck inspections and heavy truck inspections.
- Light trucks up to 4.5 tonnes GVM require checks on steering, suspension, brakes, tyres, and chassis condition.
- Heavy trucks over 4.5 tonnes GVM demand advanced knowledge of air brake systems, driveline components, and compliance with Heavy Vehicle National Law.
This expertise ensures that every inspection meets the correct safety and compliance standards.
Advanced Diagnostic Skills
Modern trucks rely on electronic control units and complex driveline systems. A licensed diesel mechanic can:
Perform diagnostic scans to detect hidden faultsCarry out compression and leak testing for engine healthAssess transmission and differential performance under load
These checks go beyond a basic visual inspection, giving buyers confidence in the mechanical integrity of the vehicle.
Compliance and Legal Standards
Truck inspections in Sydney must align with AIS Rules Section 2 and other regulatory requirements. Licensed diesel mechanics are trained to:
Verify compliance plates and registration eligibility
Ensure vehicles meet roadworthiness and emissions standards
Provide reports that stand up in legal or insurance contexts
Protecting Your Investment
Choosing a licensed diesel mechanic for your Sydney truck inspection means:
A concise, professional report with clear findings
Identification of costly defects before purchase
Confidence that your truck meets safety and compliance standards