Pre-Purchase Car Inspection

Drova provides independent mobile pre-purchase car inspections across Lincolnshire and the wider East Midlands. Two products — the 130-Point Vehicle Inspection Report and the 200-Point Wheels-Off Inspection Report — carried out at the seller's address, with a written photo-backed report delivered same day to the buyer.

The 130-Point Vehicle Inspection Report

Wheels on, full multi-module diagnostic scan, six-mile mixed-condition road test, ground-level underside inspection, HPI-style paperwork and mileage cross-check. Written verdict emailed same day. The sensible choice for private sales below the £3,000 mark.

The 200-Point Wheels-Off Inspection Report

Everything in the 130-Point plus all four wheels off. Pad and disc thickness measured and photographed, caliper slider, wheel-bearing and ABS-ring inspection, full suspension arm, bush, drop-link and shock condition review, inner-arch corrosion assessment. Recommended for anything above £3,000.

Five inspection zones covered on the day

Coverage — honestly stated

Core no-travel-fee zone: Horncastle, Woodhall Spa, Coningsby, Tattershall, Wragby, Bardney, Spilsby, Tetford and the surrounding Wolds villages. Secondary towns with a quoted travel fee: Louth, Boston, Skegness, Alford, Market Rasen, Mablethorpe, Sleaford. Outer / quote-only: Lincoln, Grantham, Spalding and the wider East Midlands.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a pre-purchase inspection cost?

The 130-Point Vehicle Inspection Report starts at £129 and the 200-Point Wheels-Off Inspection Report starts at £190. Both include the diagnostic scan, road test, full written report and photos. Prices read live from Drova's admin catalogue.

What is the difference between 130-Point and 200-Point?

The 130-Point is wheels-on; the 200-Point adds all four wheels off so pad and disc thickness can be measured and hubs, calipers and suspension can be inspected properly.

Can Drova inspect a car at a dealership?

Yes. We contact the dealer directly to arrange access. Reputable dealers welcome an independent inspection; any dealer that refuses is telling you something.

How fast can you inspect?

Inside Lincolnshire, usually within 24–48 hours. Same-day is often possible. Outside Lincolnshire, typically 2–5 days.

Do you guarantee the car will never develop a fault?

No credible inspector can. The report reflects the visible and testable condition at the time of inspection and Drova carries public liability and professional indemnity insurance behind every report.

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