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 · Western Melbourne
Pre-purchase car inspection in Footscray.
Found a used car in Footscray, Seddon, Yarraville or West Footscray? SMGLR inspects it on site and gives you clear mechanical, diagnostic and visual evidence before purchase.
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 Footscray? Check the car, not the sales pitch.
Footscray buyers often need a mobile inspection because the vehicle is sitting with a private seller or dealer and time is limited. We focus on the faults that affect value, safety and near-term ownership cost.
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
- 70+ photos & videos of the vehicle
- Full Body & Paint Assessment Report
- Vehicle History Check + repair guidance + support
- Negotiation assistance
- Model-Specific Watchpoints — known issue areas checked; limitations apply
- Recall Status Check — outstanding recalls checked where available
Footscray buyer focus
What we pay close attention to.
The exact inspection follows the vehicle in front of us, but these are useful areas to verify before you commit to a used car around Footscray.
Stop-start and commuter wear
Brakes, tyres, battery condition and cooling systems can all show the effects of repeated urban driving.
Engine and driveline leaks
Accessible areas are checked for oil, coolant and other fluid leaks that can signal deferred maintenance.
Previous repair evidence
Panel fit, paint differences and visible repair clues are checked, with a dedicated Body & Paint Assessment Report in Plus.
Road-test findings
Where permitted, steering feel, braking, vibration, noise and transmission behaviour are assessed on the road.
Local notes
Inspecting a vehicle in Footscray
The area
Footscray is in the City of Maribyrnong, near Yarraville, Seddon and Maribyrnong. Main roads include Ballarat Road, Geelong Road and Barkly Street.
Common sales here
Inner-west private sales from units and terraces, plus traders along the main roads.
Access and road test
Permit-only parking is common. Ask the seller where the car can sit for about an hour without a parking ticket.
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
Footscray inspection questions.
Can you inspect a car in Footscray or nearby?
Yes, subject to scheduling. We also cover nearby areas including Seddon, Yarraville or West Footscray. Send the exact listing and vehicle location so access and travel can be confirmed first.
Do you inspect cars at private sellers and dealerships?
Yes. SMGLR is mobile and can inspect at a seller or dealer location where permission, safe access and the required inspection conditions are available.
Which package should I choose?
SMGLR Essential covers the core mechanical and safety inspection. Premium adds deeper diagnostics and more evidence. Plus adds the Body & Paint Assessment Report, Vehicle History Check, repair and maintenance cost guidance, negotiation assistance, post-inspection support and 70+ photos plus videos.
Is there an extra travel charge for Footscray?
Free travel applies within 25 km of Melbourne CBD. If the vehicle is outside that zone, a flat A$20 travel charge applies on Essential and Premium (no travel charge on SMGLR Plus).
Nearby service areas
Comparing another vehicle nearby?
Nearby local pages for buyers comparing more than one vehicle. If the vehicle is elsewhere, send the exact suburb and we’ll confirm availability.
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 Footscray?
Send the listing before you commit.
Tell us where the vehicle is and we’ll confirm availability, travel and the right package before payment.