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AIM Assured Budget is a 133-point, general inspection service for vehicles regardless of age.

With AIM Assured Budget you will receive a full written report by a qualified engineer, and a Vehicle Check Information Pack detailing the vehicle's history. If there is any adverse data recorded against the vehicle you will be contacted by the Vehicle Check service.

Every effort will be made to inspect the vehicle within three working days, subject to both availability and a suitable inspection environment.

For remote areas of Western Scotland and the South West and West coast of Wales please allow additional time for the inspection to take place.

This examination excludes satellite navigation and TV equipment. No removal or dismantling of parts will take place.

Body Exterior

• Glass
• Door locks, operation
• Fuel filler cover and cap
• Body damage

• Corrosion
• Mud flaps
• Number plates
• Bonnet catch/hinges

Engine Compartment

• Coolant Level / Condition
• Coolant Leaks
• Antifreeze
• Radiator / Cap
• Hoses / Pipes
• Drive Belts
• Water Pump
• Power Steering
• Clutch Fluid
• Brake Fluid
• Engine Oil level

• Engine mountings
• Carburettor / Fuel Inject
• Fuel pump / pipes
• Accelerator linkage
• Cold starting - if practicable
• Fast idle (cold) - if practicable
• Noise level (cold) - if practicable
• Excess fumes / smoke
• External leaks (engine)

Electrical / Controls

• Starting system/Ignition lock
• Battery charging system
• Voltages at battery: nominal, starting, charging
• Sidelights / running lights
• Rear / No. plate lights
• Stop lights
• Indicator/ Hazard lights
• Reverse / Fog lights

• Auxiliary lights
• Interior / Panel lights
• Controls / Switches
• Instruments
• Horn
• Windows / Sun roof
• Wipers / Washers
• Headlamp wash / wipe

Interior / Luggage Compartment

• Seat adjustment
• Seatbelts
• Mirrors (internal)

• Rear parcel shelf
• Boot / tailgate lock

Front Suspension / Steering / Underframe

• Engine underside leakage
• Steering joints/ ball joints
• Steering rack / box
• Chassis members
• Power steering
• Wheel hubs / bearings
• Springs/suspension units

• Pipes / hoses
• Dampers
• Gaiters
• Sub-frames mountings
• Suspension arms / mountings
• Tie bars / anti roll bars
• Corrosion - floor/chassis

Rear Suspension / Underframe

• Springs/suspension bars
• Anti roll bar
• Dampers/bushes
• Suspension arms/fixings
• Location rods/fixings
• Bump stops/gaiters

• Wheel hubs/bearings
• Pipes/hoses
• Sub-frames/ mountings
• Chassis members
• Corrosion - floor/chassis

Clutch / Transmission Manual / Auto

• Fluid / oil leaks
• Cables / adjustments
• Hydraulic system
• Linkage (wear)
• Casings
• Mountings

• Drive shaft assembly
• Universal / sliding joints
• Backlash
• Gaiters
• Propshaft(s)
• Bearings / supports

Exhaust System

• Manifold
• Pipes
• Silencer(s) catalyst

• Heat shields / mountings
• Joints / couplings
• System condition

Fuel System

• Tank
• Tank fixings
• Fuel lines

• Breather pipes
• Evidence of leaks

Brakes

• Master cylinder security
• Fluid leaks
• Servo / power system
• Flexible hoses
• Pipes / connections

• Discs / pads (if visible)
• Handbrake op / adjustment
• Handbrake linkage
• Pedal / linkage

Wheels / Tyres

• Wheels
• Wheel Trims
• Front RH Tyre
• Front LH Tyre

• Rear LH Tyre
• Rear RH Tyre
• Spare Tyre (if visible)

Other

• Road test
• Final drive operation / noise level
• Gearbox operation / noise level
• Engine performance
• Engine noise
• Excess smoke
• Overheating evidence
• Instrument /controls function
• Steering wheel alignment
• Clutch operation

• 4WD operation
• Cooling fan operation
• Road holding / stability
• General steering / handling
• Footbrake operation
• Handbrake operation
• Suspension noise
• Warning lights
• Oil leaks
• Coolant leaks