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Mazda 2 vehicle inspection today in Greenwood

Buying a used car is one of the biggest financial decisions many people make, yet too often buyers skip one of the most important steps: a professional pre-purchase vehicle inspection Perth buyers rely on for peace of mind. At CMM Automotive we provide a fully independent car inspection Perth drivers trust to uncover what sellers don’t disclose. A recent used car inspection Perth families use us for — a 2012 Mazda 2 — is a perfect example of why having an expert in your corner matters before any money changes hands.

What We Found on a 2012 Mazda 2

From the moment our technician opened the door, issues became apparent. Inside the cabin, a drifting plastic cover on the right-hand front carpet and holes in the left-hand floor hinted at years of wear and neglect. A broken left-hand mirror and a gear selector missing its top cap were further red flags that the car had not been well maintained.

Under the bonnet, the battery was rated at 600 cranking amps but testing at only 406 — well below spec and a breakdown waiting to happen. A broken cover above the radiator and brake fluid staining on the paint beneath the master cylinder pointed to potential brake system concerns that demand immediate attention.

The steering, brakes, and suspension inspection revealed damaged hub caps, worn front brake pads, and front disc rotors that require replacement — safety-critical items that carry real cost. The body and panels told a story of knocks and scrapes: scratches across multiple panels, left-hand front guard damage, rear bumper scratches, and damage around the fuel flap. Finally, the test drive confirmed driveline noise caused by scalloped tyres, a sign of alignment or suspension issues left unaddressed.

Knowledge Is Your Best Negotiating Tool

None of these faults were visible in the seller’s photos. That’s exactly why a pre-purchase car check Perth buyers book through CMM Automotive is so valuable. Armed with our detailed car inspection service Perth motorists depend on, a buyer can negotiate the purchase price downward, budget accurately for repairs, or simply walk away from a vehicle that is not worth what is being asked. Whether you want a vehicle safety inspection Perth roads demand, or simply want an independent second opinion, our reports give you the full picture. A small investment in a professional inspection can save thousands and, more importantly, keep you safe on the road.

Todays vehicle inspection onsite of a 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero

At CMM Automotive, we recently carried out a comprehensive pre-purchase vehicle inspection on a 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero in Perth. While the vehicle initially appeared suitable for purchase, our inspection uncovered a number of concerns across the interior, mechanical, suspension and body systems that a prospective buyer should carefully consider before proceeding.

Interior and Electrical Findings check

Inside the vehicle, several signs of wear and previous modifications were noted. The front and rear wiper blades required replacement, while the brake pedal rubber was heavily worn, indicating significant vehicle use. The engine was also observed to idle unusually high in neutral and noticeably low when placed into gear.

Several wear marks were present where the seatbelt had been rubbing against the seat over time. A large section of the dashboard had been removed, leaving a noticeable missing area. In addition, a CB radio mounting bracket had been removed, with multiple holes remaining drilled into the dashboard.

The keyless entry system was inoperative, and a diagnostic scan revealed Fault Code 75 – Transfer Switch Abnormal stored within the vehicle’s ECU. This fault may indicate an issue within the four-wheel-drive transfer system and should be investigated further.

Engine Bay and Mechanical Condition check

Under the bonnet, the battery tested in very poor condition and the vehicle required jump-starting during the used car inspection process. Battery replacement would be recommended.

The drive belts displayed small cracking and splitting, suggesting age-related deterioration. Engine oil leaks were also present underneath the engine and would require further diagnosis to determine the source and repair requirements.

The under-engine stone tray was damaged and broken, reducing protection to components located beneath the vehicle.

Suspension, Steering and Brake Assessment check

Several suspension and braking concerns were identified during the inspection. The front shock absorber dust boots were damaged, while the rear shock absorbers were leaking oil. Leaking shock absorbers can negatively affect ride quality, vehicle handling and tyre wear.

The tyres displayed noticeable scalloping, which often indicates suspension wear, wheel alignment issues or poor tyre maintenance. Rear brake pads required replacement, adding further maintenance costs for the prospective owner.

Body and Exterior Condition check

Externally, several cosmetic and functional defects were observed. Small dents were present above the windscreen, while the rear bumper also displayed damage. The spare tyre was heavily worn and would likely require replacement before being relied upon in an emergency.

The vehicle’s spotlights could not be made to operate during testing, and both the fog lights and high-level brake light were found to be inoperative.

Road Test Results after check

During the road test, the vehicle exhibited a strong vibration at idle, particularly when placed into gear, causing noticeable movement throughout the cabin. The steering wheel was also misaligned, sitting noticeably lower on the right-hand side.

Brake testing revealed some front brake shudder under braking, which may indicate brake disc runout or uneven wear requiring further attention.

Inspection Summary

This 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero presented with numerous issues affecting the vehicle’s mechanical condition, suspension, braking system, electrical accessories and overall presentation. While many of these faults can be repaired, buyers should carefully consider the likely repair costs before committing to a purchase.

A professional pre-purchase inspection can reveal hidden problems before money changes hands and may save buyers thousands of dollars in unexpected repair expenses. If you’re considering purchasing a used Mitsubishi Pajero or any other vehicle in Perth, contact CMM Automotive for a thorough independent vehicle inspection before you buy.

What to check when buying a used car

Checklist First

• Engine condition
• Transmission
• Brakes
• Suspension
• Tyres
• Interior wear
• Service history
• VIN match
• Next we move on to areas of the vehicle that is hidden from the general eye
• Finally we test drive the vehicle to check other issues

Each area is then broken down in to a large amount of subheading check although this makes Perth pre purchase inspections a very reliable inspection service because The Problem with Most used car buyers is the car sellers are tryiny to hide something and that is why the car is for sale

miss critical issues—furthermore especially mechanical ones and that is where we come in however you are the one that has to make the correct decision

For example this is a picture of a MG vehicle that we carried out a pre purchase vehicle inspection on today and list of required repairs was very large

Is a pre purchase inspection worth it

Short answer: Yes—every time.

Example:

You pay $300 for an inspection and avoid a car needing:

• $3,000 transmission repair
• $2,000 suspension work

• Peace of mind
• Negotiation power
• Protection from costly mistakes

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Today at Perth Mobile Mechanics we were challenged with a vehicle stuck in the garden with a flat tyre and unable to be moved but in very little time Perth mobile mechanics was able to repair the tyre and get the customer on his way to work

Engine problems can cost thousands. Here are warning signs:

Watch For:

1. Knocking or ticking noises
2. Excessive smoke (blue/white/black)
3. Oil leaks
4. Rough idle
5. Overheating
6. Poor acceleration
7. Engine warning lights

Many of these issues aren’t obvious unless you know what to look for.

👉 We at Perth mobile vehicle inspections find these problems before you buy.

At Perth mobile car air conditioning service we have found how important it is to include a pressure test on you car aircon as part of our service when you call us out ,if the air conditioner gas is below what it needs to be then we has a problem with the car aircon system which needs to be fixed so what we do is connect in to the air conditioner system and pressure test the system with nitrogen at a pressure that is higher that the normal gas pressure and this allows us to see if you have any leakage from your air conditioner hoses or fittings

A mobile inspection means we come to the seller—saving you time and stress.

Benefits:

• No need to travel
• Faster decision-making
• Ideal for interstate buyers
• Same-day service available

What You Get:

• On-site inspection
• Road test (where possible)
• Detailed report with findings

👉 We cover all areas of Perth—get in touch today.

⚠️4. 7 Signs of a Bad Used Car Engine

Keyword: signs of a bad used car engine

Engine problems can cost thousands. Here are warning signs:

Watch For:

1. Knocking or ticking noises
2. Excessive smoke (blue/white/black)
3. Oil leaks
4. Rough idle
5. Overheating
6. Poor acceleration
7. Engine warning lights

Reality Check

Many of these issues aren’t obvious unless you know what to look for.

👉 We identify these problems before you buy.

At Perth pre purchase vehicle inspections we have come up with a couple of small checks the buyer car do before they hire us to do a full professional used car inspection so this way they will save a little money on not getting vehicles checked that are in obvious bad condition

Check 1 ,Walk around the vehicle and acknowledge from what they can see the tyre and rim condition is? are the tyres bald ? are the rims all dented from being driven hard and abused!

Check 2 , Walk past each body panel and look for dents and scratches ? If the previous owner never took care of the cars body then they probably didnt take care of the rest of the vehicle either

Check 3, Climb under the vehicle and look for oil leaks ! If a vehicle has a bad oil leak then you will see it even with out jacking up the vehicle

Check 4 , Lift the bonnet and remove the oil cap and look for a white milky colour which is signs of a blown head gasket or engine damage ,Remove the radiator cap and look for the same in the radiator ? this also indicates engine damage ,with the bonnet up sometimes you can see if their is any obvious oil leaks

Check 5, Hold the engines revs up to roughly 2000rpm and then free rev the engine several times ! If you see clouds of smoke then there is a issue with the engine

Check 6, Take the vehicle for a drive and at speed place your foot on the brake and see if the pedal shudders which will indicate badly worn brakes,if the vehicle pulls to one side then there is a suspension or tyre issue with the vehicle

These are just a couple of items you can check before you hire a professional to come out for a vehicle inspection

Carrying out a pre purchase vehicle inspection is how to avoid buying a bad used car

Buying privately in Perth is common—but it comes with risks.

Red Flags to Watch For:

• Freshly cleaned engine bay (can hide leaks)
• Uneven panel gaps (possible accident damage)
• Warning lights recently cleared
• Strange noises on cold start

Pro Tip

Always start the vehicle inspection on the car when the engine is cold—this is when many issues show up.

Best Protection

A professional inspection ensures nothing is missed.

👉 Book a pre purchase vehicle inspection before you commit.

Buying a used car can be risky especially in the secondhand car market. A professional pre-purchase car inspection in Perth can save you thousands by uncovering hidden issues before you choose to buy

What We Inspect

• Engine condition (noise, leaks, performance)
• Transmission operation
• Suspension and steering wear
• Brake condition
• Cooling system
• Air conditioning performance
• Full diagnostic scan (fault codes)
• Signs of accident damage or poor repairs

Why It Matters

Many problems don’t show up in a quick test drive. We regularly find:

• Hidden engine faults
• Transmission slipping issues
• Previous accident repairs

Final Verdict

You’ll get a clear recommendation:
Buy, Negotiate, or Walk Away

👉 Need a pre purchase car inspection in Perth? Contact us today.

Today went out to Greenwood to perform used car inspection on a Nissan which didnt take to long to work out the vehicle was in very poor condition !! there were oil leaks from the top of the engine ,oil leaks from the transmission and diff, the vehicle required 4 tyres and rear brakes ,lucky for this purchaser that they carried out an used car inspection because this could have been a costly mistake

Today was a great day for Perth vehicle inspections because we were out looking for a little cheaper vehicle to run around in for a lady in Woodvale and we found this nice little Hyundai that would suit this lady but she wanted a vehicle inspection carried out on it before she purchased it for her peace of mind and it was a good idea because this car was good but the used car vehicle inspection did show up a couple of issues however the lady was very happy still to buy the vehicle

Today at Perth used car vehicle inspections we were doing the third vehicle inspection for a lady in Victoria Park, so far we previously looked at another two vehicles which were both in very poor condition!! luckily today we inspected a Hyundai that was in fairly good condition and after the vehicle was carried out we explained to the customer with a little bit of extra maintenance this Hyundai would be a great buy!! the lady was very happy with Perth used car vehicle inspections and very happy with her new Hyundai

Today we carried out a secondhand car vehicle inspection on a Toyota Landcruiser in Northbridge, The Landcruiser was in great condition but we did find the vehicle was very low on front and rear brakes when we explained this to the purchaser who paid for the prepurchase vehicle inspection he was able to negotiate with the seller a little more

Today we carried out several secondhand car inspections but there was one car inspection that was very interesting!! the vehicle inspection was on a 1999 Holden v8 that had not run for over ten years so the vehicle inspection was more to vehicle inspection to be more about the vehicle underbody, a normal vehicle inspection would not be good value because of the type of car it was

Today was a good day driving around carrying out secondhand car inspections the weather was nice so doing a car inspection was fun and interesting ,some car inspections for straight up really bad and lucky for the purchaser that they had a car inspection because they would have wasted a lot of money and other secondhand car inspections were quite successful like this MG we did a used car inspection on today besides a couple of small items the vehicle was really good

Today we went to Greenwood to carry out a secondhand car inspection on a Toyota Hilux thinking the vehicle would not have any issues being that new but it wasn’t long and we found several Problem in the ECU indicating a transmission fault, lucky the buyer got us at Perth Secondhand car inspections to check over this vehicle before buying it