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Some more advanced checks.

More checks you can make if you don't mind getting your hands dirty.

The checks below are a little more advanced and more in depth than the last page.

What to check under the bonnet. See the table at the bottom of the page.
Wheels Exhaust Fuel System
Inspect wheel rims for the following:
Failure if any defects listed below are found
Failure if any defects listed below are found
Securely attached to the vehicle
No wheel nuts or studs missing.
Damage
Distortion cracks
Distorted (bent) bead rim.
Part of the system missing or excessively deteriorated
A mounting is missing or damaged so it does not support the system
There is a major leak
The system is excessively noisy

The Evil Rust again
Fuel filler cap must fasten securely
Any Problem which could cause fuel to leak out.
The seal in the cap must not be torn, deteriorated or missing
1 Bonnet Open and Close Does the bonnet open and close without a problem?
2 Battery Battery clamp Is the battery secure? Is the battery carrier corroded ?
3 Suspension Turrets Is there any corrosion near suspension mountings ?
4 Oil Oil leaks Do you have any oil leaks?
5 Linkages Throttle Throttle cable condition. if frayed replace.
6 Brake Brake fluid Check fluid level and fixings for servo etc. brake pipes for corrosion.
7 Water Windscreen Washer Check there is plenty of water in the resevoir. no water means washers don't work ( Fail)
8 Steering joints Play On some vehicles these can be inspected under bonnet other vehicles have to be checked from below.
9 Brake hoses Rubber Check for perrishing by bending the hose with your fingers. any cracks visible replace.
10 Fuel line leaks any fuel leak anywhere will fail your car.        Inspect all fuel line.
11 Rust Holes and cracks any rust that compromises the strength of the metal within 30cm of structural part needs to be repaired by a professional.
12 Rust bodywork any holes in the bodywork need to be repaired.
13 Exhaust Fixings Is the exhaust fixed correctly? are there any exhaust leaks under bonnet.