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Free vehicle inspection checklist template
A practical inspection checklist for general servicing: 40 checks across tyres, brakes, steering and suspension, fluids, electrical, lights, wipers and underbody, each with pass, monitor or fail and space for measurements. Print it, or import the CSV into your software. The same structure is used in BayAutomate digital inspections.
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Each item: Pass (OK), Monitor (worn but serviceable, follow up later) or Fail (needs attention now). Record a measurement where shown.
Tyres
- Tread depth FL/FR/RL/RR (mm)
- Tyre pressures set
- Sidewall damage
- Uneven wear (alignment)
- Spare tyre condition
Brakes
- Front pad thickness (mm)
- Rear pad/shoe thickness (mm)
- Disc/rotor condition
- Brake fluid condition
- Handbrake operation
- Brake lines and hoses
Steering and suspension
- Shock absorbers
- Ball joints
- Tie-rod ends
- Control arm bushes
- Wheel bearings
- CV boots
Fluids
- Engine oil level/condition
- Coolant level/condition
- Transmission fluid
- Power steering fluid
- Washer fluid
Engine bay
- Drive belts
- Radiator hoses
- Oil leaks
- Air filter
- Cabin filter
Electrical
- Battery test (CCA)
- Charging voltage
- Horn
- Warning lights on dash
Lights and visibility
- Headlights high/low
- Indicators and hazards
- Brake and reverse lights
- Wiper blades
- Windscreen chips/cracks
Underbody
- Exhaust system
- Diff/transfer leaks
- Underbody damage
- Fuel lines
Questions
Can I change the checklist?
Yes. Print and edit it freely. In BayAutomate, templates are editable in Settings.