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2 Client s Details: Sample Client Inspector: Sample Inspector Date: 02/03/2013 Booking Code: #33410 Location: Sample Suburb Vehicle Details Inspection Type: Comprehensive VIBE Make: Honda Model: Accord 2009 Colour: Black Registration Number: xxxxxx State Registered: NSW VIN Number: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Odometer: Number of Doors: 4 Engine Type: Petrol Transmission Type: Auto Number of Cylinders: 4 Disclaimer: Confirming the vehicle authenticity is the responsibility of the purchaser. Last Check s report is limited to checking the performance and visual condition of the vehicle. VIN and Engine number can be checked for tampering however not guaranteed. Last check can only check the engine number from the engine if it is clearly visible otherwise the number will be copied from the registration papers if available. This is a visual inspection only and no component has been removed or fixed as a result.

3 Whilst every care is taken, Last Check cannot report about a defect if we cannot see or it does not appear during the inspection. It is in the opinion of our experienced inspectors that the items are in the condition indicated on this report. This report is not a warranty or guarantee; it is only intended for the person(s) named on this form and is not to be relied upon by any third party or for any other purpose. What we don t check - Fuel and oil consumption, timing belts, alarm/security system, trip meters, navigation equipment / GPS, operation of TV, cassette or compact disc player, automatic switching of wipers and lights, water leaks, engine compression, airbags, ABS system, automated park or breaking system. Please note that this inspection is a general road side inspection. Whilst our skilful inspectors do their very best to determine the defects of the vehicle, Last Check will not be responsible for any undetected defects. If you require a more detailed inspection, please refer the vehicle to a workshop with hoist facility. ENGINE CONDITION Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments Battery: Battery Tray: Battery Terminal: Battery passed the performance test but it needs replacing in near future. Estimated remaining life would be around 6 months Radiator Reservoir: Coolant Condition: Heater Hoses & Tap: A/C doesn t work on this vehicle however signs of damage was seen on any of the parts Battery Wiring: Alternator: Radiator Operation: Radiator Mounts : Radiator right mount is broken. It needs immediate replacement A/C Operation: (A/C) Condenser: (A/C) Cooling Fan: (A/C) Pipes & Hoses: Signs of damage was seen on the condenser however there has been no leakage as a result. Radiator Hoses: (A/C) Compressor:

4 Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments Thermostat Housing: Cooling / Fan Blade: Engine oil was very dirty. Needs immediate changing. Intake Manifold: Exhaust Manifold: Exhaust manifold as signs of wear and tear on it however it doesn t need immediate replacement. W Pump Operation: Drive Belts: Air filter was in a good condition. Turbo Charger: Turbo-oil Leaks: Power Assist Steering: Engine Cover: Hydraulic Hoses: Fuse Box & Cover: Fluid Condition: Fuel Pump Operation: Fuel Line / Hoses: Air Filter Casing: Welsh Plugs: Car fluid condition is poor, please change all the fluids at the first service. Transmission fluid was ok however. Washer Bottle: Cables: LPG System: Oil Cap Deposits: Oil cap had no deposits but the oil needs immediate changing. Changing the oil before the first ride is highly recommended. Starter Motor: Brake Master Cylinder: Clutch Master / Cable: The clutch is slipping however it doesn t require immediate replacement. Cylinder Cap / Seal: Engine Vibration: Engine Mounts:

5 General Engine Information Cold Engine Runs / Sound: Good Engine Oil Condition: Very Poor Hot Engine Runs / Sound: Good Engine Exhaust Smoke: Good Vehicle Diagnostic Scan: No computer scan Engine Oil Level: Good Engine Bay Oil Leaks: no leak. Good condition Note: it is always better to test the engine when the car is cold. Quality of the engine oil and transmission oil show better when the engine hasn t been running for a while Extra Comments NOTE: Timing Belts are not physically checked, refer to manufacturers specifications and service records for replacement instructions however not all vehicles have timing belt. ADDED NOTES: oil cap had no unusual deposits but the oil needs immediate changing. Radiator coolant was in a very good condition with no unusual deposits. We recommend doing a complete service on this vehicle right after the purchase if you decide to proceed. Poor fluid condition can actively damage the engine.

6 STEERING, BRAKES & SUSPENSION Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT Rim & Tyre: Rim & Tyre: Steering Arms: Steering Knuckle: Steer/Suspension Bushes: Strut / Shock: Steering Rack / Box: Steer arms / Tie Rods: There are some rusts on the right steering rack. Please refer to the images for more details. Ball Joint: Hub Assembly: Wheel Bearings: Control Arms: Brake Disc Rotor: Brake Pads: Brake Calliper & Hose: Leaf / Coil Springs: Sway Bar Mount: Ball joints had some greasy deposits but the condition was not bad. Steer /Suspension Bushes: Strut / Shock: Ball Joint: Hub Assembly: Wheel Bearing: Control Arms: Brake Disc Rotor: Brake Pads: Brake Calliper & Hose: Ball joints had some greasy deposits but not in a bad condition.

7 Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments LEFT REAR RIGHT REAR Rim & Tyre: Suspension Bushes: Leaf / Control Arms: Left rear tyre has been damaged badly. It needs immediate changing before driving. Rim & Tyre: Leaf / Control Arms: Strut / Shock: Rusted control arm. Affecting the performance of the vehicle. Strut / Shock: Brake Disc Rotor: Brake Disc Rotor: LPG Tank Guard: Suspension bushes are worn. Need immediate replacement. Brake Pads: Brake Calliper & Hose: Brake Pads: Brake Drag: Wheel Bearing: Wheel Bearing: Brake Calliper & Hose: Extra Comments NOTE: NoN Accurate brake pads percentage can only be determined by removing all the tyres using a hoist. As a roadside inspection, we only check the functionality of the brake pads to determine faults. ADDED NOTES: we recommend immediate replacement of the suspension bushes as they can pose a safety risk. Rusted control arms need to be checked at a proper workshop with hoist facility. Please refer to the images for more details.

8 Extra Comments Tyre threads were almost 50% on all wheels. There were no signs of leakage on the brakes. The brake operation was also good. The vehicle needs a slight wheel alignment but overall the whole steering, brakes and suspensions were good. UNDER BODY Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments Clutch Slave / Fork: Speedo Drive: Gear Box Linkages: Gear Box Mount: Drive shafts: Drive shaft joints: Transmission Fluid Leaks: Transmission Wires: Front CV Boots: Rear CV Boots: Front Differential: Front Diff Oil Leaks: The vehicle has leakage from transmission that needs complete diagnostic however the functionality of the gearbox was good.

9 Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments Rear Differential: The vehicle doesn t have differential. Engine / Trans Mounts: No underside oil leak. Rear Diff Oil Leaks: Underside Oil Leaks: Transfer Case Leaks: Extra Comments NOTE: Please Keep in mind that oil leak can be a very slow process. Oil leaks only can be detected if under the body hasn t been cleaned or degreased before. Last check cannot determine if under the car has been cleaned or not. Our inspectors only report what can be seen at the time of inspection. It is recommended that you take the vehicle for a half an hour road test and double check the under body if you decide to fix the deal with the buyer. Drum Brake assembly can t be checked as Wheels are not removed. Brake Disc Rotor Thickness and wear is not measured as the wheels are not removed. ADDED NOTES: other than the transmission oil leakage, the engine bay and other parts of the under body were in a good condition.

10 BODY & CHASSIS Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT Windscreen: Bonnet Stay / Struts: Door Rubber Seals: Two minor cracks sighted on the windscreen. Refer to the images for more details. Bumper / Bull Bar: Park / Headlight Glass: Indicator Lens: Some damage were spotted on the rubber seal. Please refer to the images for more info. Door Lock & key: Door hinges: Park / Headlight Glass: Door Rubber Seals: Indicator Lens: Indicator lens is not responsive. Door Lock & Key: Door Hinges: Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments LEFT REAR RIGHT REAR Glass / Trim: Glass / Trim: Weather Seals / Rubber: Weather Seals / Rubbers: Boot Tailgate Support: Tail Light Lens: Tail light lens is not responsive. Sun Roof: Fuel Cap / Door: Sunroof makes unusual noise while closing.

11 Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments LEFT REAR Spare Wheel / Kit: Jack / Tools: Moulds / Strips: No jack tools were seen on the vehicle however the spare wheel has almost 50% threads left. LEFT REAR Bumper / Beaver Panel: Tail Light Lens: Extra Comments ADDED NOTES: Body and chassis of the vehicle seemed to be in a fair condition. No apparent work has been done on the vehicle under body. Refer to the body diagram below for more details. No signs of a major damage were seen on the roof however some work and resealing has been done on it. Some minor rusts were also spotted. Please refer to the pictures and the diagram below for more details. Windscreen cracks can easily spread however the currents cracks on this vehicle don t seem to be too bad. The windscreen doesn t need urgent replacement. The broken lenses need to be changed before the first drive. It s not legal driving with unresponsive lenses in NSW.

12 BODY DIAGRAM NOTE: Paint thickness has been measured with a digital meter to detect any previous repairs. COLOUR CODES BLUE: Cosmetic Panel/paint GREEN: Minor Dents & Scratches PURPLE: Dents & Damages ORANGE: Previous Body Repairs / Paints RED: Rust

13 Extra Comments NOTE: When conducting an inspection, Last Check only notes the larger types of dents and damages. Small size and minor damages and scratches are not guaranteed to be noted due to mobile service, dust on the vehicle and lighting condition. It is the buyer s responsibly to re-check the inspected vehicle personally before settlement. Last Check gives no guarantees on previous repair history nor is the vehicle's Body alignment measured or components removed. If you need a more detailed report, you need to take the vehicle to a proper workshop with fixed facilities. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to re-check the vehicle for any dents or scratches at the point of sale. Last Check can t be held responsible for any damages or dents that happen after the inspection. ADDED NOTES: Minor Scratches found on both sides of the vehicle. Please refer to the images for more details. Previous paint job found on the bonnet however the work has been done professionally with no apparent issues. Upon checking the chassis no major accident were noted. Please refer to the diagram and the images for more details. The roof of the vehicle is rusty however it s not that bad. These kinds of rusts are mostly common for the vehicles parked near water. At this point in time the rusts are not too bad and won t cause the roof to leak water.

14 INTERIOR Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments Floor Mat: Rear floor mat is missing. A/C Operation: Dash Board: Glove Box: Heater Operation: Fan Speed Control: A/c is not working however the fan and heater work properly Air Vents: Air Flow Control: Door Trims: Recycle Control: Parking break was in a god condition Roof Lining: Sun Visors: Interior Light: Interior Mirror: The left sun visor is broken. Interior light doesn t work. Parking Brake: Steering Wheel Grip: S. Wheel Operation: Horn: Steering wheel operation was good with no vibration or noise Exterior Mirror: Combination Switch: Pedals & Rubbers: Sound System: Horn wasn t checked on the vehicle due to crowded suburb Hazard Switch: Radio: Front & Rear Wiper: Sun Roof: Washers: Console:

15 Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments Front Seat Belts: Windows Operation: Rear Seat Belts: Front Seat & Operation: Rear Seat & Operation: Rear left seatbelt is not working. Key / Remote: Fuel / Temp Gauges: Warning Lights: The vehicle comes only with one key. No spare key. Fuel cap is broken. It needs immediate replacement. Rear Cover / Parcel Tray: Oil Pressure Lights: Extra Comments NOTE: Most GPS and computer systems in used cars have out of date maps that need update by the manufacturer. They also work differently in each separate vehicle. Accuracy of these two can t be determined unless by the manufacturer. Please refer to your user manual if you need to perform a complete functionality test. Complete stereo functionality and CD players can t be fully tested as they are different in each different vehicle. ADDED Notes: interior of the vehicle needs a complete cleaning but after all the condition wasn t bad. Refer to images please for more details. The rear left belt is not working. it needs immediate fixing if you are planning to use the rear seats. Broken fuel cap can pose serious safety risks. Please ensure that you replace the cap if you intend to go ahead with your purchase.

16 ROAD TEST Inspected Items Comments Inspected Items Comments Inhibitor Switch: Clutch Pedal: Clutch Operation: Steering Vibrations: Wheel Alignment: Cruise Control: The vehicle needs urgent wheel alignment. The vehicle pulls to the right while driving. Brake Operation: Turbo Charger: Gearbox Operation: Gas Operation: Gear box is healthy and in a good condition. Front C.V Joints: Driveshaft vibrations: Speedometer: Ride Quality: Rev Counter: Engine Performance: Odometer: Trip Meter: Steering: The trip meter doesn t work. There are no computer codes to reveal any faults either. Engine Smoke: Transmission Whine: Differential Whine: Engine smoke is good. No abnormal smoke noticed. Speed Limit When Road Test: 50_60 Weather Condition When Road Test: Sunny

17 Extra Comments NOTE: Road test comments are being made based on the limited time that the inspector has physically tested the vehicle. While we pay attention to all details not all the time we can identify all the little problems. It is advised to take the vehicle for a longer drive if you intend to close the deal. NOTE: The trip meter is not working however the odometer is working properly. Fixing the trip meter is not considered as an urgent repair. It is best to perform a complete wheel alignment on the vehicle if you decide to go ahead with the vehicle. It is not safe to drive a vehicle in this condition for long distances. Apart from the alignment issue, the quality of ride was not too bad. Minor noises and vibration noted while driving which don t seem to be significant. Last Check s Recommendation NOTE: Last Check recommendation is just an expert opinion on the vehicle we inspect. Other companies might have different views and this is unavoidable. Please note that this recommendation only has only advisory purposes for and have no legal or other values. The final decision is solely to the discretion of the buyer. NOTE: This vehicle is NOT in the best condition for its age. There are several minor faults with the vehicle which don t need urgent attention. Some of the faults however need urgent attention if you decide to go ahead with the purchase. There is some money owing on the vehicle according to our history check results. Its best to take the matter up with the seller before purchase to avoid unnecessary problems. Please note: The rego paper provided by the seller was expired and the new one is to be posted to the seller according to him. We suggest you contact PPSR on for further clarification. A copy of the history report has been provided to the client. If you are not in a hurry, we suggest looking at other vehicles as well before making your decision.

18 Disclaimer Please note that last check is not a mechanic service. We are a group of professional inspectors with strict guidelines and we endeavour to give you the most detailed inspection report based on the road side inspection merits. Last check service like all mobile inspection company offers a roadside inspection therefore sometimes not all the faults can be detected. A detailed inspection at a proper workshop is highly recommended if you need a more accurate report. At the same time our Inspectors are not allowed to open or move any part of the vehicle for diagnostic purposes or reset the car computer to clear faults. The inspectors' role is not to diagnose any faults but it is to inform the client of anything that's alarming on the vehicle if they show up on the road side inspection. When it comes to used vehicles anything can happen at any time. Any of the vehicle components can malfunction at any time therefore the report is strictly limited to the time of inspection and last check cannot give any kind of guarantee in what can happen after the inspection. Please note: Every state has its own transport rules and last check is not in the position to give you any advice on them. If you intend to register the vehicle in a particular state including NSW, or you have any questions regarding the vehicle modifications please contact the relevant authorities directly. Last Check is not in the position of making any decisions on your behalf. Our recommendations are also based on what we have inspected and have only advisory value. It is solely the responsibility of the purchaser to make the final decision. It is also the responsibility of the purchaser to do the final inspection if they wish if they have not been present at the time of inspection. All vehicles are inspected as presented, please ensure that you are aware of the vehicles options and features example: Air bag quantity, Engine specifications, cruise control etc, as this can vary from model to model as an option. As for the history report, Last Check will provide you with all the information that has been stored in PPSR data base up to the time of inspection. Please keep in mind that some information might have not been noted in the report or need further updating. Last Check cannot be held accountable for any out of date information provided by PPSR. We strongly recommend that you do the final check at the time of settlement to ensure nothing has been altered or changed on the vehicle from the time of inspection. As our valued client you can get in touch with us and speak directly to your inspector or the supervisor if you have any other concerns regarding your inspection. Last Check wishes you best of luck with your purchase and hopes that you enjoy your next vehicle by all means.