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Vehicle inspection

Know what you're buying.
Get a RAC Vehicle Inspection before you buy your next car.

Why have an RAC Vehicle Inspection

  • To give you confidence that the car is roadworthy and safe to drive
  • Because 75% of the cars we have inspected would fail their MOT
  • Because over 80% of the cars we have inspected have faults that would cost more than £200 to repair

Benefits of an RAC Vehicle Inspection

Get some peace of mind about the car

  • The inspection is completed by an experienced and qualified RAC engineer
  • Find out if the car is roadworthy and safe to drive
  • RAC Car Data Check completed
  • Speak to the engineer and discuss his findings. We will also send you a written report.

Book now on 0800 085 2529 (or email – VISales@rac.co.uk) with your name and contact number and we'll call you to discuss your requirements.

If you need to cancel or amend a booking please call us on
0800 085 2529 and select option 1.

Opening hours
Monday to Friday - 8am to 6pm
Saturday - 9am to 5pm
Sunday - 10am to 4pm

Enter the car registration number

Book now

RAC offers three types of pre-purchase inspection:

(From £132 member and £146 non-member)

A RAC inspection consisting of the most crucial checks to make before purchasing a car.

(From £175 member and £190 non-member)

RAC's fully comprehensive inspection features up to 166 checks, allowing you to make a decision with confidence.

  • Prestige Inspection

(From £269 member and £379 non-member)

Vehicles that require additional time due to higher specifications, qualify for our prestige inspection. If your vehicle is high performance, over 20 years old, a 4x4,or has an engine size exceeding 2999cc, please call our experienced sales team on 0800 085 2529 for further advice.