Van & Commercial Vehicle Inspection Melbourne
Independent mobile inspection for used vans and light commercials — before you buy.
Buying a used HiAce, Transit, Transporter or Master for work? Vans lead hard lives — couriered, loaded, idled and driven all day by whoever had the keys. That toughness hides serious wear a quick test drive will never show.
A work van is a tool you can’t afford to have off the road. We check the diesel, clutch and load-bearing wear so you buy a workhorse, not next month’s breakdown.
Why a Used Van Needs a Closer Look
Work vans rack up kilometres fast and rarely get an easy life — courier stop-start traffic, heavy loads, idling all day and multiple drivers. A van can look tidy and still be hiding a tired clutch, a blocked DPF or a diesel engine on its way out.
And a van isn’t just a car — it’s income. Every day it’s off the road for repairs is a day you can’t work, so buying the wrong one costs far more than the repair bill alone.
Our pre-purchase inspection targets the expensive, hard-worked parts of a commercial vehicle — in writing, before you buy.
Where a Worn-Out Van Costs You
On a high-km commercial van the big bills come from the parts you can’t see on a test drive — the diesel system, the clutch and the turbo. A van that drives fine today can be weeks from a major repair and days of lost work.
Indicative Melbourne repair costs — plus the days off the road that hurt a working van most.
What We Check on a Used Van
Every van inspection targets the diesel driveline and load-bearing wear, plus the full mechanical, safety and structural condition.
Diesel Engine, DPF & EGR
Cold start, oil condition and the DPF/EGR system — common failure points on stop-start commercial diesels.
Turbo & Injectors
Turbo and injector behaviour checked — two of the priciest repairs on a used van.
Clutch & Transmission
Clutch wear and gearbox operation under the strain of heavy, loaded, high-km use.
Suspension, Brakes & Tyres
Load-bearing suspension, brakes and uneven tyre wear from years of carrying weight.
Body, Load Area & Rust
Cargo-area wear, dents, rust and repair signs — plus structural checks underneath.
History, Finance & Ex-Fleet
PPSR, written-off, stolen and odometer checks, plus ex-courier and ex-fleet clues (Standard / Ultimate).
HiAce, Transit & Every Work Van
We inspect the full range — Toyota HiAce, Ford Transit, VW Transporter & Caddy, Renault Master & Trafic, Mercedes Vito, Hyundai iLoad / Staria-Load and LDV G10 / Deliver 9. Running a business with several vans? See our fleet inspection program for scheduled, on-site checks across your whole fleet.
Instant Auto Reach Inspection Packages
Three packages — from a quick essential check to a complete inspection with video and negotiation help. Choose what suits your van.
Basic Inspection
A quick, essential inspection with instant results.
- Same-day availability
- Exterior & interior condition check
- Engine check — leaks, noises, performance
- Tyres, wheels & brakes check
- OBD engine-management diagnostic scan
- Road test (2–3 km)
- Serial Number Search Certificate
- Instant digital report on completion
Standard Inspection
A deeper, comprehensive look before you commit to a work van.
- Everything in Basic, plus:
- Photos of all visible inspected items
- Previous accident / damage repair check
- Extended test drive (3–5 km)
- VicRoads Vehicle Report
- Detailed diagnostic report with fault codes
- Personal phone call with the mechanic
- Repair quotes assistance
Ultimate Inspection
Complete peace of mind for high-value or high-km commercials.
- Everything in Standard, plus:
- Start-sequence & full video walkthrough
- Photos of all inspected items
- Extended test drive (5–10 km) incl. freeway
- Price negotiation assistance
- Make & model information report
- Known-fault checks for that make & model
Not sure which to choose? Most buyers pick the Standard or Ultimate inspection for full clarity on a working van. Unsure? Just call us on 0402 220 178.
How Your Van Inspection Works
From booking to a confident decision in four easy steps — we handle the seller, the mechanic and the report.
Book Your Inspection
Choose your package and confirm — you’ll instantly get an email with your booking status.
We Assign a Mechanic
An experienced mechanic is assigned and travels to the van’s location.
Report + Call
Your verified report lands the same day, with a call to explain the findings (Standard/Ultimate).
Decide With Confidence
Use the report to buy, negotiate or walk away. On Ultimate, we’ll negotiate for you.
Our Melbourne Vehicle Inspection Services
Buying, selling or transferring any vehicle — or running a fleet? We’ve got the whole journey covered across Melbourne.
Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection
A full 200+ point mobile inspection for any used car — petrol, diesel or hybrid.
Explore vehicle inspections →Fleet & Business Inspections
Scheduled, on-site inspections for businesses running multiple vans and vehicles.
Explore fleet inspections →Roadworthy Certificate (RWC)
Licensed VicRoads roadworthy certificates, organised and coordinated for you.
Explore roadworthy certificates →Van Inspection Melbourne — FAQs
Do you check the diesel engine, DPF and clutch?
Yes — these are the priority on a used van. We assess the diesel engine, DPF and EGR system, turbo, injectors and the clutch, since these are the most common and most expensive failures on hard-worked commercials.
Can you tell if a van has been thrashed as a courier or fleet vehicle?
Often, yes. We look at wear patterns, load-area condition, clutch and brake wear, service history and a PPSR check to reveal a hard commercial life a clean exterior can hide.
Which vans do you inspect?
All of them — Toyota HiAce, Ford Transit, VW Transporter and Caddy, Renault Master and Trafic, Mercedes Vito, Hyundai iLoad/Staria-Load, LDV G10/Deliver 9 and more.
I’m buying several vans for my business — can you help?
Yes. For multiple vehicles, our fleet inspection program offers scheduled, on-site inspections and consolidated reporting. Just call us.
How much does a van inspection in Melbourne cost?
From $348 for a basic check, $479 for a standard inspection, and $594 for the Ultimate with video walkthrough and history report. If you’re transferring registration you’ll also need a roadworthy certificate, which we can organise too.
Where We Provide Van Inspections in Melbourne
Our mobile van inspection covers all of Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula. Pick your suburb below, or see every location on our Areas We Serve page.
Western Suburbs
Werribee • Point Cook • Hoppers Crossing • Tarneit • Sunshine • Footscray • Geelong
Northern Suburbs
Craigieburn • Epping • Thomastown • Reservoir • Preston • Coburg • Brunswick
South-Eastern Suburbs
Dandenong • Berwick • Cranbourne • Pakenham
CBD & Inner South
Melbourne CBD • Docklands • Southbank • South Yarra • St Kilda • Caulfield • Bentleigh
Mornington Peninsula
Frankston • Mornington • Hastings • Rosebud
Book Your Van Inspection Today
Don’t gamble your working week on an unchecked van. Get the diesel, clutch and load-bearing wear inspected — at the seller’s location, same day, anywhere in Melbourne.
Available 7 days a week, 7am – 7pm