The Ultimate 150-Point Used Car Inspection Checklist
Learn what certified mechanics check: chassis structural integrity, gearbox smoothness, flood indicators, and genuine mileage verification.
When inspecting a used car in Malaysia, examine 3 critical areas: chassis spot-welds along the A/B/C pillars for accident repair, seat rails and fuse boxes for flood immersion lines, and engine telemetry for genuine mileage. All PCC Certified cars undergo independent 150-point diagnostic checks.
- Never buy a pre-owned vehicle without checking for water damage indicators under the carpets, fuse box, and seat rails.
- Inspect front and rear chassis pillars (A, B, and C pillars) for spot-weld continuity and factory sealant.
- Listen for gearbox hesitation, transmission slipping, and abnormal suspension knocking during a 15-minute test drive.
1. Structural Integrity & Accident Detection
Major collision damage alters a vehicle's structural safety cage. Inspect the engine bay apron, radiator support frame, and spare wheel compartment for non-factory welding, wrinkled sheet metal, or mismatched paint overspray.
2. Engine, Transmission & Diagnostics
Check for oil leaks around the valve cover, oil pan, and steering rack. Start the engine from cold to verify smooth idle and inspect exhaust emissions for blue smoke (oil burning) or white smoke (coolant leak).
- All PCC Certified cars undergo independent 150-point diagnostic checks before listing.
- Every buyer receives a copy of the official Puspakom inspection report.
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