For independent inspectors

The inspection form you'll complete

This is a read-only copy of the exact form Autoquiry inspectors fill out on every private-vehicle Full inspection. Nothing here saves or submits — scroll from top to bottom so you can see every section, every note field, every photo requirement and the final assessment before you agree to take assignments.

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What you must record on every inspection

28 checklist points across 7 categories, each rated OK, Minor, Major, Critical or N/A.
Written notes on every item — an item is not complete without them.
At least one photo in every section, except Diagnostics & History.
One cover photo and one walk-around video of the whole vehicle.
Repair estimates with costs in USD — critical and preventative.
33 Full report detail fields, of which 32 need a comment before you can submit.
Overall condition, risk level, purchase recommendation and your own 0–100 score.
Odometer, inspection location and a plain-language overall summary.

If a check cannot be performed, you must record the limitation rather than assume or report that the item passed.

Fields marked are required.

Vehicle photo for report cover

Start here: take one clear photo of the whole vehicle (front three-quarter view, in good light, nothing blocking it). It is shown on the cover of every report for this car.

Walk-around video

Record one steady walk-around of the whole vehicle (about 1–2 minutes, all four sides, roof line and wheels, in good light). It is shown only in the Full report.

28 of 28 items must be recorded before you can submit. The form opens with the vehicle's year, make, model and VIN already filled in from the order.

Exterior & Body

Panel-by-panel walkaround for accident repair, mismatched paint, and corrosion the seller may not mention.

1. Paint condition and finish

Notes are required for this item.

2. Panel gaps and alignment

Notes are required for this item.

3. Glass, lights, and mirrors

Notes are required for this item.

4. Rust or corrosion

Notes are required for this item.

Photos for Exterior & Body

At least one photo is required for this section.

Interior & Electronics

Wear that reveals real-world use, plus every warning light and comfort system that costs money to fix.

1. Seats and upholstery

Notes are required for this item.

2. Dashboard warning lights

Notes are required for this item.

3. Infotainment and controls

Notes are required for this item.

4. Climate control (heat and A/C)

Notes are required for this item.

Photos for Interior & Electronics

At least one photo is required for this section.

Under the Hood

Cold-start behaviour, fluids, and the leaks and perished parts that predict the next repair bill.

1. Engine start and idle quality

Notes are required for this item.

2. Fluid levels and condition

Notes are required for this item.

3. Leaks (oil, coolant, fuel)

Notes are required for this item.

4. Belts, hoses, and battery

Notes are required for this item.

Photos for Under the Hood

At least one photo is required for this section.

Undercarriage & Suspension

The part of a used car a buyer can never see in a parking lot, and where structural damage hides.

1. Frame and structural integrity

Notes are required for this item.

2. Suspension components

Notes are required for this item.

3. Exhaust system

Notes are required for this item.

4. Steering and drivetrain

Notes are required for this item.

Photos for Undercarriage & Suspension

At least one photo is required for this section.

Brakes & Tires

Remaining life on the two wear items most likely to need spending in the first months of ownership.

1. Brake pad and rotor life

Notes are required for this item.

2. Tire tread depth and wear pattern

Notes are required for this item.

3. Wheels and rims

Notes are required for this item.

4. Spare tire and tools

Notes are required for this item.

Photos for Brakes & Tires

At least one photo is required for this section.

Road Test

How the car actually drives — the faults that only appear under load, braking, and at speed.

1. Acceleration and shifting

Notes are required for this item.

2. Braking performance

Notes are required for this item.

3. Steering, tracking, and alignment

Notes are required for this item.

4. Noise, vibration, and harshness

Notes are required for this item.

Photos for Road Test

At least one photo is required for this section.

Diagnostics & History

Stored fault codes, paperwork, open recalls, and whether the odometer reading stands up.

1. OBD-II scan results

Notes are required for this item.

2. Service records reviewed

Notes are required for this item.

3. Recall check

Notes are required for this item.

4. Odometer verification

Notes are required for this item.

Photos for Diagnostics & History

Photos are not required for this section — record your scan results, paperwork and recall checks in the notes above.

Critical repairs

List every repair the buyer should budget for, with what it costs to fix.

Repair

Estimated cost (USD)

Preventative repairs

List every repair the buyer should budget for, with what it costs to fix.

Repair

Estimated cost (USD)

Full report details

These fill the numbered sections of the buyer's Full report. Fields marked need a comment before you can submit. Optional fields you didn't check show as "Not recorded", never as a pass. Some fields only apply depending on your earlier answers — for example the road-test details only when a road test was performed.

Inspector’s narrative

Top finding 1 — a comment is required

Top finding 2 — a comment is required

Top finding 3 — a comment is required

Why this matters — a comment is required

Most important positives — a comment is required

Most important concerns — a comment is required

Recommended next steps — a comment is required

Engine bay & undercarriage

Engine at start — a comment is required

Choose one: Cold start · Already warm

Engine bay access limitations — a comment is required

Undercarriage access — a comment is required

Choose one: Lift · Pit · Ground-level · Not available

Brakes, tires & wheels

Front tread depth (/32 in) — a comment is required

Front wear pattern — a comment is required

Front tire date code — a comment is required

Rear tread depth (/32 in) — a comment is required

Rear wear pattern — a comment is required

Rear tire date code — a comment is required

Brake pad / rotor measurements — a comment is required

Spare / inflator / jack — a comment is required

Choose one: Present · Absent · Not checked

Road test

Road test performed? — a comment is required

Choose one: Yes · No

Distance / duration — a comment is required

Conditions (road / traffic / weather) — a comment is required

Driver-assistance features tested — a comment is required

If no road test, why? — a comment is required

Diagnostics & history

OBD-II scan — a comment is required

Choose one: Performed · Not performed · Not possible

Scan tool and date (optional)

Stored / pending codes & readiness monitors — a comment is required

Service records (source / date range / gaps) — a comment is required

Recall check (source / date / result) — a comment is required

Title / theft / flood checks (only if performed) — a comment is required

Odometer consistency (records compared) — a comment is required

VIN match (locations checked) — a comment is required

Final recommendation

Basis (2–3 findings that matter most) — a comment is required

Conditions before purchase — a comment is required

Inspection Summary

Autoquiry calculates a reference score from the ratings you enter. It is only a reference — the number you choose below is the one buyers see.

Fields marked are required.

Overall Condition

Choose one: Excellent · Very Good · Good · Fair · Poor · Insufficient Information

Risk Level

Choose one: Low · Moderate · High · Indeterminate

Purchase Recommendation

Choose one: Recommended · Proceed With Caution · Not Recommended · Insufficient Information

Overall Inspector Score

Your final 0-100 score — this is the number buyers see. It starts from the condition band you chose; change it if your judgement says otherwise.

/ 100

Where each condition band starts you:
Condition band	Score range	Starting score
Excellent	90–100	95
Very Good	85–89	87
Good	75–84	80
Fair	60–74	65
Poor	0–59	40
Insufficient Information	You type the number	—

Risk Level Definition

Low Risk: No significant issues identified during the inspection.
Moderate Risk: Issues identified that may require repairs, maintenance, or further evaluation.
High Risk: Significant issues identified that could lead to substantial repair costs or affect the vehicle’s suitability for purchase.
Indeterminate: Too little could be inspected to judge risk reliably.

Important: The risk level reflects the issues actually identified, not a guarantee that no hidden problems exist.

Purchase Recommendation

RECOMMENDED: The inspection findings support proceeding with the purchase, subject to price and buyer preferences.
PROCEED WITH CAUTION: Consider purchasing only after evaluating the identified issues, potential repair costs, and asking price.
NOT RECOMMENDED: Significant issues make proceeding inadvisable without further evaluation.
INSUFFICIENT INFORMATION: Inspection access or results were too limited to make a recommendation.

Finish and submit

Submitting publishes your inspection report automatically and gives the ordering customer access to their Full report. Autoquiry may perform an optional quality check afterward.

Odometer

Inspection location

Overall summary

Until every required item above is filled, the form lists what is still missing and takes you straight to it.

Ready to start inspecting?

Read the sample report beside this form to see how your entries are presented to the buyer, then send us your application.

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