It's always good to know that the car you buy is in roadworthy condition before you drive it home for the first time. It's easy to get caught up in what the exterior of the car looks like, without giving a thought to what's going on inside.
That's why it's safer to make sure you buy your new car from a company that inspects each and every one of its vehicles by using a 136 point inspection procedure. In fact, you should ask if this is provided as standard when you are organising your finance options.
Although the bodywork isn't the most important feature, it can reveal if there are any serious problems with the car. For example, if the colour of a particular panel differed from the rest of the car, it could indicate the panel had been replaced, perhaps because the car had been involved in an accident. The presence of any dented panels, scratches and abrasions can also indicate how well the car has been looked after.
Many safety checks are also carried out. Tyres and wheels are checked thoroughly to make sure the tread is adequate and there is no damage to them. Hub caps and wheel bearings will also be up to standard and free from any defects.
Of all the parts of a car, the engine is perhaps the most important. To this end, the inspection will ensure there are no strange noises, emissions or leaks coming from it which could indicate a problem. All the wiring will be checked to make sure the connections are good and nothing is loose.
When it comes to the exhaust, there are new rules in place that mean any car with excessive exhaust fumes will fail its MOT. The inspection will check the emissions are within safe boundaries, as well as checking the exhaust is properly fixed and not showing any signs of holes or rusting.
Of course, the brakes are extremely important, and as well as making sure the brake fluid is at the correct level, they will be checked to ensure they are in good working order. The same applies to the clutch and gear system. If changing gear is a problem, for example, this would be fixed before the car is offered for sale - and the same applies to every point of the inspection.
The inspection also ensures less important items are checked, such as the CD player and the heating system for example. Even though you could still drive the car if these didn't work, they are still important to the overall attractiveness of a car.
The benefits of a 136 point inspection when you are looking for car finance solutions are clear. It enables you to buy with confidence, knowing your purchase has been thoroughly checked and won't give you any problems.
