Mechanical Vehicle Inspections
Trusted Technical Inspections for Finance, Warranty and Rental Operations
When vehicles fail, your business needs more than assumptions it needs facts.
DEKRA provides independent mechanical and vehicle condition inspections to help warranty providers, finance arms, rental companies and OEMs diagnose faults, resolve disputes, and make evidence-based decisions. Our qualified engineers deliver impartial assessments nationwide covering everything from engine diagnostics and fluid analysis to full vehicle condition reports.
About Mechanical Vehicle Inspection
Our mechanical inspections are designed to support organisations managing risk, compliance, and value recovery across their vehicle portfolios.
We inspect:
- Warranty failures and mechanical breakdowns
- Suspected misuse or unauthorised repairs
- End-of-term lease or rental returns
- Pre-repair or pre-buyback inspections
- Fluid conditions (oil, fuel, brake fluid)
All findings are documented in a structured technical report, supported by photographic evidence and optional lab-based fluid analysis.
DEKRA's Approach
- Nationwide on-site inspections – Our mobile engineers attend your chosen location to assess the vehicle in person.
- Qualified mechanical engineers – All assessments are conducted by professionals with garage-level technical expertise.
- Structured diagnostic reports – Each report includes technical findings, root cause assessments, and photographic documentation.
- Fluid sampling and lab testing – Brake, oil, and fuel fluids are tested when relevant, offering deep diagnostic insight.
- Objective, legally defensible findings – Reports are used in legal, warranty, and insurance settings to provide clarity and reduce disputes.
Who This Service Is For
Our mechanical and technical inspections are trusted by:
| Organisation Type | Use Case |
| Warranty Providers | Independent failure assessments for claim resolution and fraud mitigation |
| Rental Companies | Vehicle misuse investigations and end-of-hire inspections |
| Manufacturers / OEMs | Pre-buyback vehicle checks and finance return diagnostics |
| Fleet Operators | Asset condition audits and fault identification |