Pre-MOT inspection report generated in 15 minutes
Work through the preparatory checks — visibility, lighting, identity, brakes, suspension — and hand the customer a report showing exactly what would fail the official inspection.
What it solves in the workshop
A full list, not memory
The points that matter at inspection are grouped into sections: visibility and body, lighting, identity, technical checks.
The customer sees what needs fixing
Every point carries its recorded state — OK, needs attention or critical issue — not just a tick.
A service you can invoice
You get a PDF with the date, the criteria used and the conclusion, ready to bill or send to the customer.
What the report includes
- Vehicle identification and comparison of the VIN with available documents.
- Observations on visibility, the windscreen and body condition.
- Preparatory lighting and signalling checks.
- Findings on brakes, suspension and other selected technical points.
- The status of each checked point and the preparatory assessment conclusion.
Fictional data · demonstration example
Pre-MOT check
- Reference
- DEMO-1042
- Vehicle
- Dacia Logan · 2018
- Windscreen
- OK at inspection
- Headlamp alignment
- Needs attention
- Structural corrosion
- Critical issue observed
- VIN / documents
- Matches
Recorded finding
Fictional example: a headlamp alignment requires attention during the preparatory check.
Recommended next step
Check the light source and alignment with suitable equipment, then record the recheck; this does not guarantee an official test pass.
Download the complete sample PDF
Unofficial preparatory check. It does not replace the official inspection or guarantee a pass.
How to complete the report
- Identify the vehicle and choose the points you can assess with the workshop equipment available.
- Work through the checklist, distinguishing observed issues, satisfactory points and items not checked.
- Explain recommended repairs and the check limitations before the official inspection.
Questions about this report
Does a pre-inspection report replace the official roadworthiness test?
No. It is an unofficial preparatory check. The official inspection takes place at an authorised station under the requirements applicable to the vehicle.
Does a clear checklist guarantee an official test pass?
No. Some checks require specific equipment and procedures, and vehicle condition can change. The report only records the findings documented at the time of the check.
How should I document an item that was not checked?
Explicitly record it as not checked and explain the reason in the observations. The absence of a finding must not be presented as a satisfactory result.
Can I add my workshop logo and colours to the report?
Yes, on paid reports: choose the style (modern, classic for print, your workshop colour, minimalist, premium or sport), the colour, header details, your own numbering, the technician signature and stamp, plus a message, terms and IBAN. Free reports use the standard OBDAuto design.