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Vehicle Inspections

Vehicle inspection prices

For the full list of vehicle inspection services, phone 13 1905.

Master Check

Recommended for Includes checks for RACQ member price* Standard price*
  • Pre-purchase
  • Repairs
  • Pre-warranty
  • Used warranty
  • Air conditioner
  • Body and interior condition
  • Brakes with all wheels and drums removed (if possible) except dual wheels and fully floating axles
  • Cooling system
  • Electrical (includes remote/central locking but not audio, car alarms and cruise control)
  • Engine and visible engine components
  • Exhaust
  • Road test (minimum 8km)
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Tyres
  • Under body
 $210 - $320 $260 - $370

Mech Check

Recommended for Includes checks for RACQ member price* Standard price*
  • Repairs
  • Pre-holiday
  • Used warranty
 All the above (Master Check), except for body/interior condition and remote/central locking test $150 - $230 $200 - $270

Mobile Inspections** (mobile inspectors)

Recommended for Includes checks for RACQ member price* Standard price*
  • Pre-purchase
  • Repairs
 Similar to a Master Check but done on a vehicle jack, not a hoist, and the wheels are not removed.  There is also no check completed for the steering alignment and the engine will not be tested with diagnostic equipment. $180 - $230 $230 - $280

Some people try to sell vehicles they know are defective. A Safety Certificate will not provide a comprehensive report on the vehicle’s condition. RACQ Vehicle Inspections are a convenient and affordable way of minimising your risk.

It's best to book a couple of days in advance.

Book Vehicle Inspection 

*Vehicle inspection prices depend on the type of vehicle. The RACQ's vehicle inspections staff can give you a firm price when you book.
** Mobile Inspections only available  in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, Bundaberg, Rockhampton, Mackay, Townsville and Cairns. Vehicles must be registered or at a dealer where a trade plate is available. Not suitable for all vehicles.

Caravan Inspections

Caravan inspections are also available, covering mechanical, underbody, external electrical and wheels and tyres.  If you have a caravan you have not used for a long time or are purchasing a used caravan, an inspection can help identify any defects that might require attention before you hit the road for your caravanning adventure.  Some used caravan dealers have RACQ pre-inspected caravans, where an inspection report can be provided.  An RACQ caravan inspection costs from $120.00 for members and from $170.00 for non-members.

RACQ's Technical Advisory Service can also provide assistance in vehicle suitability for towing a caravan and other vehicle related questions.

RACQ's Driver Training can provide training to learn the skills to become competent and safely tow a caravan, trailer or many any other types of recreational purposes.