Slipstream / Inspection desk

Ask for the evidence behind the summary.

These prompts help structure a seller or independent inspection conversation. They do not diagnose a fault or certify a vehicle as safe.

The questions to carry

Mark the topics you want to bring

Which documents support the vehicle identity and specification?What service records are available to read?What known defects or damage have been recorded?Which inspection findings and photographs can I review?What work is proposed before a sale, and how is it recorded?What can be checked during the agreed visit?0 of 6 points noted

Look across the whole file

Exterior and interior

Ask for clear views of the actual vehicle and a description of wear or damage. A generic hero picture should never act as condition evidence.

Operation and use

Discuss controls, warning messages and the vehicle’s operation with the provider. Use an appropriately qualified person for technical assessment.

Fuel or charging

Ask questions specific to the actual drivetrain, equipment and records. Avoid treating a model reputation as evidence about one vehicle.

Read the answer carefully

What if a record is missing?

Ask what can be supplied and which uncertainty remains. Decide what independent advice or further information you need before proceeding.

Does a service count tell the whole story?

No. Dates, work performed and the underlying documents matter. The fictional counts in these files illustrate a field, not a verified service history.

Can I mark a vehicle as passed here?

No. The checkboxes record topics you have selected. They do not create an inspection report or a condition verdict.

Give each question a place in the visit.

Prepare a note that names the vehicle and the checks you want the provider to discuss.

Prepare inspection notes