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Automotive Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection

A ready-to-use checklist with 41 items in 6 sections, covering Exterior & Glass Condition, Tires, Wheels & Brakes, Engine Compartment & Fluids, Lighting & Electrical System, Interior & Safety Equipment, Under-Carriage & Suspension. Use it as-is in Bindy, or adapt it to your own standards in minutes.

  • 6 Sections
  • 41 Items
  • 34 Yes / No checks
  • 6 Scored ratings
  • 1115 Points

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1. Exterior & Glass Condition 7 items

  1. Is the body free of major dents, scratches, or corrosion? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Are all mirrors intact and free of cracks or discoloration? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Is the windshield free of chips, cracks, or "bullseyes"? Yes / No 30 pts
  4. Do all door handles and locks function smoothly? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Is the fuel cap present and sealing correctly? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Are the wiper blades in good condition (no streaking)? Yes / No 10 pts
  7. Exterior Aesthetic Grade: Rating
    • Excellent 20 pts
    • Good/Minor Wear 10 pts
    • Poor/Needs Repair 0 pts

2. Tires, Wheels & Brakes 7 items

  1. Is the tread depth above 4/32" on all four tires? Yes / No 40 pts
  2. Is the tire pressure (PSI) set to manufacturer specs? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Are the sidewalls free of "bubbling" or dry rot? Yes / No 30 pts
  4. Are all lug nuts present and properly torqued? Yes / No 25 pts
  5. Is the brake pad thickness above 3mm (minimum)? Yes / No 50 pts
  6. Are the brake rotors free of heavy scoring or warping? Yes / No 30 pts
  7. Tire & Brake Safety: Rating
    • Safe/Standard 40 pts
    • Monitor/Near Limit 20 pts
    • Immediate Danger 0 pts

3. Engine Compartment & Fluids 7 items

  1. Is the engine oil at the correct level and clean? Yes / No 30 pts
  2. Is the coolant/antifreeze at the proper fill level? Yes / No 30 pts
  3. Are the brake and power steering fluids topped up? Yes / No 25 pts
  4. Are all belts (serpentine/drive) free of cracks or fraying? Yes / No 40 pts
  5. Are all hoses firm and free of visible leaks or bulges? Yes / No 35 pts
  6. Is the battery terminals free of corrosion and secure? Yes / No 20 pts
  7. Under-Hood Condition: Rating
    • Well Maintained 35 pts
    • Service Recommended 17 pts
    • Critical Leak/Failure 0 pts

4. Lighting & Electrical System 7 items

  1. Do high and low-beam headlights function correctly? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Are all turn signals and hazard lights operational? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Do the brake lights and reverse lights function? Yes / No 30 pts
  4. Is the dashboard free of "Check Engine" or "ABS" lights? Yes / No 50 pts
  5. Does the horn produce a clear, audible sound? Yes / No 15 pts
  6. Are the license plate lights functional? Yes / No 10 pts
  7. Electrical Status: Rating
    • All Systems Go 25 pts
    • Minor Bulb Out 12 pts
    • Critical Fault 0 pts

5. Interior & Safety Equipment 7 items

  1. Do all seatbelts retract and buckle securely? Yes / No 50 pts
  2. Is the driver's seat adjustment mechanism functional? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Are the pedals (gas/brake) free of obstruction/slippage? Yes / No 20 pts
  4. Does the parking brake hold the vehicle firmly? Yes / No 40 pts
  5. Is the interior cabin filter clean (no odors)? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Is the spare tire and jack kit present in the vehicle? Yes / No 25 pts
  7. Cabin Safety Level: Rating
    • Fully Secure 30 pts
    • Minor Defect 15 pts
    • Hazardous 0 pts

6. Under-Carriage & Suspension 6 items

  1. Are the shock absorbers/struts free of oil leaks? Yes / No 35 pts
  2. Is the exhaust system secure and free of audible leaks? Yes / No 40 pts
  3. Are the CV boots intact (no grease leakage)? Yes / No 30 pts
  4. Is the chassis free of structural rust or cracks? Yes / No 50 pts
  5. Suspension Grade: Rating
    • Solid/Smooth 30 pts
    • Worn/Needs Update 15 pts
    • Structural Risk 0 pts
  6. Final summary Comments

About this template

This checklist is part of the Bindy template library. Yes / No checks score 1 point when met; ratings score the points shown for each option. The overall score is the percentage of points earned, with N/A answers excluded. In Bindy you can add photos, assign corrective actions, require sign-off and compare results across sites.

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