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 & South-East Melbourne
Pre-purchase car inspection in Moorabbin.
Found a vehicle in Moorabbin, Highett, Cheltenham or nearby Bayside? SMGLR travels to the vehicle and checks the mechanical condition, diagnostic systems and visible repair evidence before you buy.
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 Moorabbin? Check the car, not the sales pitch.
Moorabbin and surrounding Bayside listings include everything from small commuters to European cars, SUVs and work vehicles. A proper inspection should identify likely near-term spend, not just tell you whether the car starts and drives.
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
Moorabbin buyer focus
What we pay close attention to.
The exact inspection follows the vehicle in front of us, but these are common areas worth verifying before you commit.
Cooling, leaks and maintenance
Age, kilometres and service quality matter more than a fresh detail. Visible leaks and cooling-system condition can change the ownership risk quickly.
European-car electronics
On feature-heavy vehicles, scan results and electrical-function checks can uncover faults that are easy to miss during a viewing.
Tyres and brake spend
Premium tyres and brake components can be expensive. Remaining condition should be considered alongside the purchase price.
Paint and accident-repair evidence
The SMGLR Plus package adds paint-depth evidence and a dedicated Full Body & Paint Assessment Report for buyers wanting more body-condition detail.
Local notes
Inspecting a vehicle in Moorabbin
The area
Moorabbin is in the City of Kingston, near Highett, Bentleigh and Cheltenham. Main roads include Nepean Highway, South Road and Warrigal Road.
Common sales here
The Nepean Highway through Moorabbin is one of Melbourne's best-known dealer strips, with franchised and used-car yards side by side.
Access and road test
If you are comparing several cars on the strip, send all the listings. Inspections can be grouped to save you time.
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
Moorabbin inspection questions.
Can you inspect a vehicle at a Moorabbin workplace or dealership?
Usually yes, provided the owner or dealer gives permission and there is a safe place to inspect and road test the vehicle. Send the listing and location before booking.
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.
Priority service areas
Comparing another vehicle nearby?
Nearby priority areas for buyers comparing more than one vehicle. Wider Melbourne coverage is still available subject to scheduling and travel.
Buying a harder-working vehicle?
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 Moorabbin?
Send the listing before you commit.
Tell us where the vehicle is and we’ll confirm availability, travel and the right package before payment.