EV Specialist
Electric Vehicle Pre-Purchase Inspection in Queensland
Buying a used electric vehicle really means buying a used battery. Our mobile EV inspection checks the high-voltage battery, charging system and electric drive alongside a full body, safety and road test, and our Aviloo-certified battery test tells you exactly how healthy the battery is.
We come to the seller, the dealership or your driveway across Brisbane, the Gold Coast & the Sunshine Coast.
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Packages & Pricing
Choose Your Inspection Package
Standard pre-purchase inspections for every vehicle, plus Aviloo-certified battery testing for electric vehicles. Every package is mobile: we come to the car.
Basic Inspection
$190
Budget-friendly, quick and thorough
Visual checks, a road test and a PDF report with clear photos.
Includes
- General performance assessment
- Inspection of the general condition, engine/motor, tyres and wheels
- Verification of vehicle information (VIN, registration and odometer reading)
- Short road test (approximately 1–3 km)
Most Popular
Standard Inspection
$250
Our most popular choice
A detailed report with photos.
Everything in Basic, plus:
- Detailed digital inspection report with 50+ photos
- Inspection of the engine/motor, tyres, wheels, suspension, steering and major mechanical components
- Exterior inspection (dents, scratches, paint condition and general body condition)
- Interior inspection (seats, trim, controls, electronics and general condition)
- Diagnostic system scan to identify current and stored fault codes (where supported by the vehicle)
- Extended road test (approximately 5–7 km, where safe and permitted)
- PPSR certificate included
- 12V battery health test
- Underside inspection for leaks, damage and corrosion (where accessible)
Optional add-ons
- Hybrid Check – $60
- 4×4 / Ute / Van Inspection – $49
- Full Paint Depth Assessment or Video Walkthrough – $50
Premium Inspection
$395
The ultimate inspection
Full checks, a detailed report, valuation tips and negotiation advice.
Everything in Standard, plus:
- Comprehensive inspection report with 70+ photos
- Full paint depth assessment to identify previous repairs, repainting and panel refinishing
- Extended road test, including urban driving conditions (where safe and practical)
- Advanced diagnostic scan with live data analysis (where supported by the vehicle)
- 4×4 / Ute / Van-specific inspection, including drivetrain, transfer case operation, differential function and underbody condition
- Hybrid system assessment, including battery health, charging system and accessible high-voltage components
- Luxury vehicle assessment covering advanced electronics, suspension systems, comfort features and premium interior components
- PPSR certificate included
- Market valuation range
- Post-inspection phone consultation with the inspector to discuss findings and answer questions
- Video walkthrough available on request
Aviloo Certified
EV Battery Health Test Only
$250
Certified battery health test
Powered by Aviloo, the gold standard in EV battery diagnostics.
Includes
- Battery State of Health (SoH %)
- Remaining capacity analysis
- Battery health benchmarking
- Current range vs. original range report
- Energy capacity comparison
- Full battery sensor system check
- Official AVILOO battery health report (PDF)
- Mobile service: we come to you
- Instant report
Best Value
EV Premium Inspection + Battery Test
$450
Our most comprehensive EV package
A full 200+ point inspection combined with the certified Aviloo battery health test.
Inspection includes:
- Detailed EV inspection (200+ points) covering exterior, interior, brakes, suspension and tyres
- Road test (5–7 km)
- Full system scan for any faults (current or history)
- Charging system functionality check
- EV drivetrain and warning systems check
- Underside leaks/corrosion check (if accessible)
- Detailed digital report with 50+ photos
- PPSR certificate included
- Paint-depth spot checks to see any accidents or damage
- Market valuation range + negotiation tips
- Phone call with the inspector after the report (5–10 min) if requested
- Video walkthrough (if requested)
Battery test included:
- Certified AVILOO battery health test
- Battery State of Health (SoH %) and degradation analysis
- Official AVILOO battery health report (PDF)
Why It's Different
An EV Needs a Different Kind of Inspection
Electric vehicles have far fewer moving parts than petrol cars, but the parts they do have are expensive. A general mechanical check can miss what matters most on an EV, and some of what it looks for simply is not there.
Less relevant on an EV
Parts an electric vehicle does not have, or rarely needs attention on:
- Engine oil & filter condition
- Timing belt or chain
- Exhaust system & emissions
- Clutch & multi-speed gearbox
- Fuel system, spark plugs & ignition
Critical on an EV
Where the real value is, and where the real repair bills come from:
- High-voltage battery health & capacity
- Charging hardware, AC & DC fast charging
- Battery cooling & thermal management
- High-voltage cabling, isolation & safety
- Tyre wear from the extra weight & torque
- Software, warning lights & stored fault codes
What's Included
Everything We Check on a Used Electric Vehicle
Every EV inspection includes our full pre-purchase inspection plus the electric-specific checks below. Each finding is photographed and explained in plain English.
High-Voltage Battery
The most valuable part of any EV, checked first.
- State of health & usable capacity
- Cell balance & battery management faults
- Battery warning lights & service history
Charging System
Tested on charge, not just checked by eye.
- Charge port, flap & locking mechanism
- AC charging & onboard charger response
- Charge cable & accessories present
Electric Drive
How the car makes and recovers its power.
- Motor & inverter operation
- Regenerative braking performance
- Drive unit noise & vibration
High-Voltage Safety
The systems that keep 400 volts where they belong.
- Orange HV cabling & connectors
- Isolation & high-voltage warnings
- Accident repairs near HV components
Body, Underbody & Structure
Damage underneath can reach the battery.
- Battery case & underbody damage
- Panel gaps, paint & previous repairs
- Water entry & corrosion checks
Tyres, Brakes & Road Test
EVs are heavy and quick. It shows here first.
- Tyre wear & alignment signs
- Brake condition (often underused with regen)
- Road test, driver aids & infotainment
Battery Health
The Battery Is Most of the Car's Value. We Check It Properly.
An EV battery does not fail overnight. It slowly loses capacity, and how fast depends on its age, how it has been charged and the climate it has lived in. Queensland heat and a history of frequent DC fast charging can both take their toll.
Our EV Battery Health Test uses the certified AVILOO FLASH test. It reads the battery’s own data, analyses it down to individual cells and compares today’s capacity and range with the car’s original figures, then issues an official, QR-verified battery certificate.
If the battery is still under the manufacturer’s warranty, we note it in your report so you know what cover may carry over to you.
Red flags we report on
- Battery or charging warning lights
- Range well below what the car's age suggests
- Stored high-voltage or charging fault codes
- Scrapes or damage on the battery case
- Signs of flood or water damage
- Missing charge cable or non-genuine charging gear
- Accident repairs near high-voltage components
Aviloo Certified
What Your Aviloo Battery Certificate Shows
Every EV Battery Health Test ends with an official Aviloo certificate: detailed, independently verified data about the battery, not just a single number.
State of Health (SoH %)
The exact degradation figure, not an estimate.
Remaining capacity
Usable capacity against the original factory figure.
Real-world range
Today's range against the car's original range.
Cell-level analysis
Every cell is checked, so a weak one can't hide.
Charging performance
A full check of the charging system.
QR-verified certificate
An official PDF that anyone can verify.
Negotiate with facts, not guesses
A battery that tests well protects your purchase. One that doesn’t gives you grounds to negotiate, or to walk away. Either way, the certificate is yours to keep and to show the seller.
How It Works
Three Steps to Buying Your EV With Confidence
Booking an electric vehicle inspection works just like any other inspection with us. The difference is in what we check.
Book online
Choose your package, then tell us the car, where it is and when suits. It only takes a couple of minutes.
We inspect on-site
Our inspector meets the car at the seller’s home, the dealership or your place, and runs the inspection, the EV-specific checks and a road test.
Get your report
You receive a photo-documented digital report with a clear Buy / Don’t Buy verdict, plus your official Aviloo battery certificate if you chose a battery test.
Popular electric vehicles we inspect include:
- Tesla
- BYD
- MG
- Hyundai
- Kia
- Polestar
- Volvo
- BMW
- Mercedes-Benz
- Nissan
- GWM Ora
- Cupra
Service Coverage
Mobile Car Inspection Across QLD
On-site mobile car inspection services across major South East Queensland regions.
Brisbane
Ideal for private sales, dealerships, and interstate buyers across the Brisbane metro area.
Areas we cover:
CBD
Northside
Southside
Western Suburbs
Eastern Suburbs
Gold Coast
Ideal for private sales, dealerships, and interstate buyers across the Gold Coast region.
Areas we cover:
Surfers Paradise
Broadbeach
Robina
Robina
Nerang
Sunshine Coast
Ideal for private sales, dealerships, and interstate buyers across the Sunshine Coast region.
Areas we cover:
Maroochydore
Noosa
Caloundra
Nambour
Coolum Beach
Mobile Pre-Purchase Inspection
We come to your home, work, or the seller’s location.
FAQs
Electric Vehicle Inspection Questions
Common questions about our mobile pre-purchase inspection and Aviloo battery testing for electric vehicles in Queensland.
What does an electric vehicle pre-purchase inspection include?
Everything in our full pre-purchase inspection, plus EV-specific checks: high-voltage battery health, the charging system, the electric motor and regenerative braking, high-voltage cabling and safety, and the underbody and battery case. You get a photo-documented report with a clear Buy / Don’t Buy verdict.
Can you check the health of the battery?
Yes. Our EV Battery Health Test uses the certified AVILOO FLASH test. You receive an official, QR-verified Aviloo certificate showing the battery’s State of Health, remaining capacity against the original factory capacity, current range against the original range, and a cell-level analysis. It is available on its own or as part of the EV Premium Inspection + Battery Test.
What is Aviloo?
AVILOO is an independent European specialist in EV battery diagnostics, regarded as the gold standard for battery health testing. Its certificates are independently verified, so buyers, sellers and dealers can all rely on the result.
Which package should I choose for an electric vehicle?
If the battery is your main concern, choose the EV Battery Health Test. For the complete picture, the EV Premium Inspection + Battery Test combines our full 200+ point inspection with the certified Aviloo battery test. See the packages above for what each one includes.
Do you inspect Teslas, BYDs and other EV brands?
Yes. We inspect popular electric vehicles including Tesla, BYD, MG, Hyundai, Kia, Polestar, Volvo, BMW and more.
Can you inspect the EV at a dealership or the seller's home?
Yes. Our service is mobile. We come to the car wherever it is across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, whether that is a dealership, a private seller’s driveway or your home.
Do you inspect plug-in hybrids?
Yes. A plug-in hybrid has both a petrol engine and a high-voltage battery, so we check both. See our hybrid car inspection page for what that covers.
Is an inspection worth it if the EV is still under warranty?
Usually, yes. Warranties cover faults, not wear, damage or poor repairs, and battery warranties generally only apply once capacity falls below a set level. An inspection shows you the car’s real condition before you commit, and your report notes anything that may be worth raising under warranty.
Ready to buy your EV with confidence?
Book Your Electric Vehicle Inspection Today
Get an independent, expert look at the battery, the charging system and everything else before you buy, with an Aviloo-certified battery test for real certainty.
We come to you across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast.