SMGLR Essential · A$249
- 50–60 minute core inspection
- Mechanical, safety and visible leak checks
- Core fault-code scan
- PPSR certificate + 30+ photos of the vehicle
Mobile Pre-Purchase Inspection · Bayside Melbourne
Pre-purchase car inspection in Brighton.
Found a used vehicle in Brighton or nearby Hampton, Bentleigh, Elsternwick or Brighton East? SMGLR provides mobile pre-purchase inspections with mechanical, diagnostic and body-condition evidence before you commit.
FromA$249SMGLR Essential inspection
- Mechanical & safety checks
- Core diagnostic fault-code scan
- PPSR certificate included
- 30+ inspection photos included
- Full report, photos & mechanic phone call within 1 hour
Direct booking: send the listing, seller location and preferred time. You deal directly with the inspector from the first message.
Travel: free within 25 km of Melbourne CBD. A flat A$20 travel charge applies beyond 25 km on SMGLR Essential and SMGLR Premium (no travel charge on SMGLR Plus).
Before you buy
Buying in Brighton? Check the car, not the sales pitch.
Brighton listings can include late-model SUVs, European and prestige vehicles, hybrids and EVs. Higher purchase prices do not remove the risk of previous repairs, deferred maintenance or hidden electronic faults.
SMGLR Premium · A$329
- Everything in SMGLR Essential
- Full diagnostic scan of accessible modules
- Live-data review where supported
- 50+ photos of the vehicle + walk-around video
SMGLR Plus · A$429
- Everything in SMGLR Premium
- No travel charge
- Full Body & Paint Assessment Report
- Vehicle History Check included
- Repair cost guidance + post-inspection support
- Negotiation assistance
- Model-Specific Watchpoints — known issue areas checked; limitations apply
- Recall Status Check — outstanding recalls checked where available
Brighton buyer focus
What we pay close attention to.
The exact inspection follows the vehicle in front of us, but these are practical areas worth verifying before you commit.
Prestige-car systems
Electronic features, cooling systems, suspension and drivetrain faults can carry high repair costs on premium vehicles.
Tyres and brake spend
Large wheels, performance tyres and premium brake components can make near-term wear surprisingly expensive.
EV and hybrid checks
For applicable vehicles we check accessible EV or hybrid systems and charging-related concerns, with AVILOO high-voltage battery testing available on supported vehicles.
Full body and paint evidence
The SMGLR Plus package adds paint-depth evidence and a dedicated Full Body & Paint Assessment Report for buyers wanting deeper cosmetic and repair-history clues.
Local notes
Inspecting a vehicle in Brighton
The area
Brighton is in the City of Bayside, near Brighton East, Elsternwick and Hampton. Main roads include Nepean Highway, Bay Street and Beach Road.
Common sales here
A mix of prestige dealers along the Nepean Highway and private sales of premium and European vehicles.
Access and road test
Cars kept close to the beach can show early corrosion. The inspection includes a look at accessible underbody areas, brake components and fasteners.
How it works
Four simple steps. Report within 1 hour.
1. Send the listing
Share the vehicle link, exact suburb and your preferred inspection time.
2. We confirm access
The seller or dealer needs to make the vehicle available and allow the inspection and road test where safe.
3. We inspect the vehicle
Mechanical, safety, diagnostic and package-specific checks are completed on site.
4. You get the evidence
Your full comprehensive report with photos (and videos on Premium & Plus) arrives within 1 hour of inspection completion, followed by a phone call from your mechanic on what matters.
Frequently asked
Brighton inspection questions.
Can you inspect a vehicle at a Brighton dealer or private seller?
Yes. The inspection can be completed at the seller or dealer location where access, safety and permission allow it. Send the listing and exact suburb first so timing can be confirmed.
Do you come to the seller or dealership?
Yes. SMGLR is a mobile inspection service. The vehicle can be inspected at the seller or dealer location where access, permission and safe working conditions allow it.
Is a roadworthy certificate the same as a pre-purchase inspection?
No. A Victorian roadworthy certificate is not a full buyer-side condition assessment. A pre-purchase inspection is designed to help the buyer understand defects, maintenance risk and the vehicle’s overall condition before purchase.
How fast do I get the inspection outcome?
Your full comprehensive report with photos (and videos on Premium & Plus) is provided within 1 hour of inspection completion, followed by a phone call from your mechanic. Timing can vary if access, testing or seller conditions limit the inspection.
Important: A mobile pre-purchase inspection reduces buying risk but does not replace a roadworthy certificate, dismantling or specialist workshop diagnosis. Access can be limited by undertrays, seller permission, weather, vehicle condition and safe working space. Any material limitation is stated in the report.
Found a vehicle in Brighton?
Send the listing before you commit.
Tell us where the vehicle is and we’ll confirm availability, travel and the right package before payment.