Essential Inspection
$218.90incl. GST$199 + $19.90 GST
A straightforward professional check for signs of anything abnormal.
- Simple professional inspection
- Useful photographs
- Plain-English report
Independent car inspections · Perth, WA
Lemons belong in drinks, not driveways.
Found a used car you like? Before you hand over the money, get a proper look at what you’re buying—with an independent inspection and a report written for humans.
- Independent from the sale
- Clear, practical report
- Mobile across Perth
You find the carPrivate sale or dealer yard
We inspect itWith the seller’s permission
You get the factsBefore you make the call
Two inspection options
The right amount of detail for the decision.
Both options are available for buyer and seller inspections. The right choice depends on how much detail you want before making your next move.
Diagnostic Inspection
$306.90incl. GST$279 + $27.90 GST
A more specialist, in-depth inspection that includes diagnostics.
- More in-depth assessment
- Diagnostic checks included
- For a closer technical look
Enquiry only during pre-launch.
No payment is taken on this website. No Lemons passes the enquiry to the mechanic, who confirms availability and arranges payment directly with you.
An inspection is a point-in-time assessment of accessible areas. Neither option guarantees a fault-free vehicle or predicts every future issue.
Why inspect first
A clean car can still come with dirty surprises.
Photos show the shiny side. A short test drive shows the easy side. We look for the things that can change the deal: visible wear, previous repairs, safety concerns and the costs that may be waiting around the corner.
Why independent mattersUnder the bonnet
Visible leaks, unusual noises and signs the car may have missed some love.
Past damage
Paint, panel and repair clues that do not always make it into the ad.
Safety items
Tyres, brakes, lights and other visible items worth knowing about now.
The real cost
Maintenance and repair observations that may change what the car is worth to you.
We do the awkward bit
From “found a car” to “here’s what we found”.
Choose the right depth
Pick Essential for a straightforward check or Diagnostic for a more in-depth assessment.
Send the car details
Tell us what you found, where it is and who is selling it.
We hand over the enquiry
We pass the details to the mechanic, who confirms availability, access and payment directly.
You get the findings
Use the inspection report to proceed, ask questions, negotiate or keep looking.
Buying or selling
Less guesswork on both sides of the driveway.
For buyers
Found the car? Don’t buy the story.
Whether it is at a dealer, on a driveway or across Perth from you, get an independent view before the excitement becomes an expensive commitment.
- Inspection at the vehicle’s location
- Clear report with useful photos
- Findings without the workshop waffle
For sellers
Sell the car, not a mystery.
Get ahead of buyer questions with an independent pre-sale inspection. Cars that meet the standard may earn No Lemons Verified status.
- Build trust before the first enquiry
- Reduce “what are you hiding?” hesitation
- Verification only when the standard is met
A report you can use
No 80-page workshop novel. Just what you need to know.
See what was inspected, what was observed and what deserves your attention. Use it to ask better questions, investigate further, negotiate—or decide this particular car is someone else’s lemon.
NO LEMONSExample inspection summary
EXAMPLEVehicleUsed hatchback · Perth
Engine bayItems to look at
Brakes & tyresCondition recorded
Body & paintRepair clues noted
Example only — the final report format and findings will vary by vehicle.
After the inspection
The report does not make the decision. You do.
Our job is to replace the sales pitch with useful information. What you do with it is entirely up to you.
01
“Looks sound. I’m comfortable moving forward.”
ProceedWith a clearer picture
02
“There are a few things I need the seller to answer.”
Ask or negotiateWith evidence in hand
03
“This one is not for me. Better to know now.”
Walk awayBefore it gets expensive
Perth-wide. Seller-side. On your side.
We go where the car is.
At launch, standard inspection pricing covers the Perth metropolitan area. Send us the suburb and seller details so we can confirm that the vehicle is within the current service area.
Check the service area
From the blog
Useful advice before the keys change hands.
Plain-English guides for looking past the listing, making more of a test drive and understanding what an inspection can really tell you.
Visit the blog015 min read
Inspection basics
What a pre-purchase car inspection can—and can’t—tell you
An independent inspection can replace a lot of guesswork with useful evidence. Here is what to expect, where the limits are and how to use the report.
Read the guide026 min read
Buying smarter
Seven red flags hiding in a used-car ad
The first inspection happens before you leave the sofa. These common ad clues can help you ask sharper questions and avoid a wasted trip.
Read the guide036 min read
Test drive
The 15-minute used-car test drive checklist
A short drive will not reveal everything, but a calm, repeatable routine can expose useful clues before you decide whether to inspect further.
Read the guideGood questions
The things buyers usually want to know.
What inspection options are available?
Essential Inspection is $218.90 including GST ($199 excluding GST) and provides a straightforward professional check, useful photos and a plain-English report. Diagnostic Inspection is $306.90 including GST ($279 excluding GST) and provides a more specialist, in-depth assessment including diagnostics. Both are available for buyers and sellers.
I’m not a car person. Will the report make sense?
Yes. The point is to help you make a decision, not bury you in workshop jargon. Findings are organised clearly so you can see what matters now, what may matter later and what to ask next.
Can you inspect a car at a dealership or private address?
Yes. We inspect vehicles offered by private sellers and dealerships, provided the seller agrees to suitable access. Share their details and we’ll help organise the appointment.
What does No Lemons Verified actually mean?
Only a seller’s Diagnostic Inspection may qualify. Verified means the vehicle met the No Lemons standard, although minor advisories may still be shown. It is valid for 30 days from the inspection date and is not a guarantee against future faults.
Do you cover my suburb?
At launch, standard pricing covers the Perth metropolitan area. Regional inspections are not currently offered. Send us the vehicle suburb and we’ll confirm coverage before anything is arranged.
Before you buy
Like the car? Let’s check the story.
Send us the vehicle and seller details. We’ll review the enquiry and help with the next step.
Enquire about this car