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Great guy! Knows his stuff around bikes!

Install motorcycle brake pads

£35

Excellent level of service, great communication and professional on all levels. Would happily recommend Paul for any and all future work.

Vehicle tracker installed on a motorhome

£60

Quick and efficient mechanic,done the job well

Motorbike needs fixing

£80

Very helpful and highly recommended. Knows his stuff!!

My motorbike engine wont switch over, I think its a battery

£50

Chirag is a great guy, got the bike running again and we talked through various causes. Got a little lesson in bike mechanics and maintenance :) Highly recommend!

Motorcycle Mechanic

£50

Really professional, friendly and very experienced! Thanks for the hard work Chirag!

I would like to change a exhaust for my motorcycle.

£500

What's the average cost of a car inspector

£80 - £137

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£80

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£99

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£137

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Why hire a car inspection service through Airtasker?

Car inspection services are a dime a dozen with numerous garages near you being able to handle the most minor of requests. However, a simple inspection can be quite expensive and may not suit the specific type you need—leading to even more costs in the end. More than that, you’ll still need to drive your car to an auto mechanic shop, which can be a danger if you aren’t registered or sure of your car’s condition.

Instead of bogging yourself down by going to a garage, why not have an expert mechanic go to you? Through Airtasker's excellent platform, we will pair you with an experienced car mechanic to have your vehicle's condition inspected properly no matter the nature of service you need.

Best of all, you get to set the price range best suited for your budget, allowing taskers to see your request, make bids for the task, and giving you the ultimate choice of picking the best person suited for your requirements. All it takes is just one post, and we'll handle the rest from there!

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Top Car Inspection related questions

Depending on your needs, an average car inspection run-through could take anywhere between 15 - 30 minutes. However, more thorough maintenance and road checks can last up to two or three hours, so make sure you know the need before proceeding.

A quick inspection may reveal several deficiencies in your car's coolant, engine oil, and brake fluid levels. It can also help detect any issues with your lights, brake pads, and even tyres. More significant problems may arise during the procedure, especially if it has something to do with dead batteries, transmission malfunctions, or alternator failure.

For maintenance and repair inspections, the recommended routine is to have it done every six months or at least once a year. For any emergency situations, however, these should be handled as soon as possible to avoid any issues while driving.

The rule of thumb regarding car inspection services is to simply look for the nearest available garage, especially when you need it for an emergency. Building a relationship with your local mechanic is also a good practice—as small garages offer the best prices for regular maintenance services.

For the easiest time, your best option is to source this task through Airtasker! With our help, you won’t just get to set a fair car inspection cost, but you can also choose among some of the best professionals who will go the extra mile to give you quality and convenient service.

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What do car inspection services include?

Car inspection services range from general check-ups of a vehicle’s status and performance to more specific assessments of its history and licensing. This is usually done regularly, either for maintenance inspections or assessing the car’s condition before putting it in the market or transferring its ownership. Here are some services that you can expect when you book a car inspection through Airtasker:


Pre-Purchase Car Inspection


Prior to buying or selling a used vehicle, one of the most important tasks to accomplish is a pre-purchase car inspection. Aside from giving you a basic rundown of what needs repairing, it can also supply you with the information necessary to attach a reasonable price tag for the vehicle being checked. Car warranty inspections are often a part of this process and can also be valuable input for a buyer to take note of before they make their final decision.

 

Pink Slip Inspection


Vehicles more than five years old are the usual target for #pink slip inspections or E-Safety checks. When registering your car, your renewal papers might indicate the need for this. Upon doing so, an inspector can verify that your vehicle is road-worthy—allowing you to register your car for the year accordingly.


Blue Slip Inspection
Blue slip inspections check the roadworthiness of unregistered vehicles that fall under the following scenarios:

 

  • Autos that haven’t been inspected for the past three months
  • Vehicles with no number plates
  • Automobiles that have undergone significant adjustments in registration records
  • Cars that have been imported from overseas

 

This process ensures that your car will be ready to get back on the road once the registration has pulled through.

 

Car Interior and Exterior Inspection

Any dent, scratch, or damage can make or break a car's overall appearance, which is why it's imperative to get a thorough interior and exterior inspection. Hire an expert to check every nook and cranny of a vehicle—from its exterior paint, headlights, and tyres to the dashboard and upholstery. Should any issue arise during the procedure, you can also book a professional #car detailing specialist to give an automobile that showroom quality it deserves.


Engine Inspection

An engine inspection or a car diagnostics test can spot all sorts of car problems even before they occur, sparing you and your vehicle from further damage and more costly repairs in the future. An expert mechanic will check all the essential car parts like the brakes, alternator, cooling systems, gaskets, battery, and suspension, among others. Electrical wirings will also be inspected to ensure that every connection is in its proper order.


To meet your other auto-related needs, check out the following:

Recent Car Inspection tasks

Motorcycle service

£60

North Cheam, Greater London

18th Apr 2026

Kawasaki z1000 2020. 3000 miles - minor service required.

Front brake on my motorbike needs fixing ASAP

£200

Fowlmere, Cambridgeshire

17th Apr 2026

Front brake needs fixing ASAP

Fix my motorbike

£240

Iwade, Kent

16th Apr 2026

Ignition wiring is damaged and bike not starting

In need of a motorbike mechanic to look at my bike asap

£150

Eastwood, Nottinghamshire

10th Apr 2026

The engine can be reved but for some reason won't turn over to start. Likely a loose carb from the pot holes or maybe even simple as a spark plug. Just need someone with a little know how with bikes.

MOT & Service

£200

East Brent, Somerset

9th Apr 2026

Pre MOT, MOT and full service. MOT due 13th April

Incline stopped working. motor trys to kick in but it doesn't move.

£100

Byram, North Yorkshire

8th Apr 2026

Reebok g40s All speeds work. Incline doesn't move. I can hear the motor try to kick in when I press the incline buttons, but it doesn't move. I think the bolt is stuck as it's been in an outbuilding. I can't get to the bolt, I don't know what needs taking to bits and I don't want to break it further.

Ford transit swb underneath welding for mot

£500

Gilfoot, Ayrshire and Arran

8th Apr 2026

Ford transit swb underneath velding for mot

Adjust motorcyle exhaust end slip on

£30

Collier's Wood, Greater London, SW19

6th Apr 2026

I need my black widow slip on exhaust rotated 180 degrees, clamp needs to be loosened and bolt unscrewed, need to have own tools

Mend windscreen wiper motor

£100

Wirksworth, Derbyshire

5th Apr 2026

Wiper arm detached from Motor Vauxhall vivaro

Pre purchase inspection for renault trafic in Aberdeen

£1,000

Aberdeen, City of Aberdeen

2nd Apr 2026

10 plate van attention to age related damage etc

Motorbike mechanic

£50

Yardley Wood, West Midlands

2nd Apr 2026

I need someone to fix pitbike

Need to bleed my motorcycle rear brake

£20

Kidbrooke, Greater London

1st Apr 2026

Need to bleed rear brakes on motorcycle

pre purchase inspection service

£120

Ashley Park, Surrey

1st Apr 2026

I need a car mechanic to inspect a car that im interested in buying

Sprag clutch starter motor

£999

Westbourne Green, Greater London

26th Mar 2026

Pretty simple GSXR 1000 K5

Motorcycle mechanic

£200

Kings Farm, Kent

25th Mar 2026

Yamaha scooter will not start

Get fog lights working on a kawasaki versys 100 motorcycle

£100

Graveley, Hertfordshire

25th Mar 2026

Fog lights have stopped working, it could be the fuse has gone as they stopped working after a battery change

Airbag Amber light is on, need to fix it for MOT

£50

Slough, Berkshire, SL1

24th Mar 2026

The airbag warning light is on and it’s making the MOT failing. I need to fix that.

Pre-purchase car inspection

£30

Roxeth, Greater London

23rd Mar 2026

Pre purchase car inspection for BMW series 1

Motorcycle electrical issue

£100

Bourne, Lincolnshire

23rd Mar 2026

Rear brake light switch issue on my Moto Guzzi Breva 1100. Have new switch but when connected the front brake switch also fails to work but when disconnected the front works OK. Suspect a short somewhere but not an area of expertise for me hence this request.

Motorbike/pitbike mechanic

£50

Highter's Heath, West Midlands

22nd Mar 2026

Kick start needs tightening and making easier to start….back break bleeding …… abit of slack on chain so needs tightening