Car Safety Inspection
Car Safety Inspection
- 30 point car safety checks
- Includes various interior and exterior checks
- Our trained technicians will identify any additional work needed
Keep yourself, your family and your car safe on the road. Book a 30 point car safety inspection at your local Halfords Autocentre. Winter or summer, new car or used car, safety problems can arise with little warning. So whether you`ve just bought a used vehicle or you`ve heard a worrying sound coming from the engine when driving, let our ATA-trained technicians put your mind at rest.
Our car safety inspection has been designed to check key components to ensure your car is roadworthy, ideal if your vehicle doesn`t need an MOT yet or hasn`t been inspected for a long time. If we identify any faults we will provide you with a free no obligation quotation outlining any additional work required.
Our comprehensive car safety inspection checks key components including brakes, suspension, tyres, wheel bearings and much more.
- Check the operation of the horn
- Check the dashboard warning lights and record any illuminated warning lights, including for ad-blue (if applicable)
- Check the security of seats and head restraints
- Check the seat belts for tears and ensure they’re working correctly
- Check the operation of the exterior lights
- Check the condition/operation of the front and rear windscreen wipers
- Visually check the windscreen for chips or damage
- Check the mirrors for cracks or damage
- Check the condition of the number plates
- Check for excessive exhaust smoke and inspect the exhaust system, including the catalyst (if fitted), for leaks, security and noise
- Check the condition and security of the battery
- Check and record the strength of the antifreeze coolant
- Check the operation of the washer and top it up
- Check and record the engine oil level
- Check the brake fluid level
- Visually check the power steering system, pipes and hoses for any leaks, chafing and corrosion, and check the power steering level
- Check the correct tyres are fitted according to the side wall instructions
- Check and record the condition and tread depth of the tyres (including the spare)
- Check and adjust the tyre pressures (including the spare)
- Check the drive shaft gaiters for security, condition and leaks
- Check the steering and suspension components for leaks, wear and corrosion, including locking devices
- Check the steering rack gaiters for condition and security
- Check the wheel bearings for excessive play and roughness
- Check the brake pads for wear and record measurements
- Measure the brake discs and drums, and check for wear, cracks, corrosion, scoring and pitting (excluding internal drums)
- Check the wheel cylinders for leaks and operation
- Check the service brake shoes for wear or damage, then clean and adjust if required (excluding internal handbrake shoes)
- Visually check the brake hydraulic system, pipes and hoses for any leaks, chafing and corrosion
- Check the brake callipers for leaks and security, and carry out a brake boil test
- Check the handbrake for security, linkages and travel, then lubricate and adjust if required
If a repair or replacement is needed, a no-obligation quote will be provided. We only use quality parts provided from approved suppliers and come with our standard 2 year, 24,000 mile warranty, whichever is sooner.
