The TOYOTA S-LUX Needed More Than a Quick Test Drive

They booked because a short test drive was not enough to give confidence in a used automatic car.

Published

31 Jul 2026

Customer

Achmed K.

Vehicle inspected

TOYOTA RAV4 DESIGN HEV CVT 2018
The TOYOTA S-LUX Needed More Than a Quick Test Drive
The buyer's story

Why they booked

The TOYOTA S-LUX looked comfortable, well equipped, and ideal for longer journeys. During a short viewing, the car seemed promising.

Achmed K. still wanted it checked properly. Automatic cars can be expensive to repair if there are gearbox or drivetrain problems, and a quick test drive may not reveal everything. Achmed K. also wanted to check for leaks, warning lights, service history concerns, tyre wear, brake wear, and general condition.

They booked a Standard inspection before making a final decision.

Booking reason

They booked because a short test drive was not enough to give confidence in a used automatic car.

Independent assessment

Inspection findings

Prior to carrying out a road test under bonnet fluid levels were checked and found to be correct, at this point the vehicle was started with no permanent warning lights displayed on the driver’s information panel, with the vehicle started readily from warm.


The road test was carried out at speeds of up to 70mph, in mixed road and traffic conditions.


During the road test the pay attention to the performance of the engine and transmission with the engine and transmission performance be considered in line with a similar vehicle the same make and model the similar mileage.


Throughout the course of the road test the vehicle handled and performed in a good manner, steered the chosen path of travel correctly and was free from any abnormal noise or vibration.


During the road test there was no evidence of any excessive smoke from the exhaust, undue audible noises from the transmission and no evidence of overheating.


With final checks revealing no evidence of coolant leaks in and around the engine bay, or evidence of major oil leakage around the engine bay and or on the underside of the vehicle.



Overall conclusion vehicle is in average condition for the age and mileage.

Vehicle aesthetic is good to average for the age. Wet weather conditions.

Vehicle interior is in very average condition. Full valet is recommended before collection.


Part of the service history.


Prior to purchase, consideration must be given to the collective cost involved in the rectification of the desirable items listed within the report.These items should be reflected in the purchase price of the vehicle or rectified before purchase.

See my attached audio feedback.

Please call me back once you have reviewed all report in detail.



No reason to reject the vehicle. Free from abnormal issues.



Expect vehicle may have previous insurance bodywork repairs carried such or end of lease resprays for improvements or seller improvements work which considered can be acceptable and not checked on this inspection package.



Recommendation always obtain appropriate extended warranty for your car. View packages. https://carexamer.com/extended-warranty
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Prior to carrying out a road test under bonnet fluid levels were checked and found to be correct, at this point the vehicle was started with no permanent warning lights displayed on the driver’s information panel, with the vehicle started readily from warm.


The road test was carried out at speeds of up to 70mph, in mixed road and traffic conditions.


During the road test the pay attention to the performance of the engine and transmission with the engine and transmission performance be considered in line with a similar vehicle the same make and model the similar mileage.


Throughout the course of the road test the vehicle handled and performed in a good manner, steered the chosen path of travel correctly and was free from any abnormal noise or vibration.


During the road test there was no evidence of any excessive smoke from the exhaust, undue audible noises from the transmission and no evidence of overheating.


With final checks revealing no evidence of coolant leaks in and around the engine bay, or evidence of major oil leakage around the engine bay and or on the underside of the vehicle.



Overall conclusion vehicle is in average condition for the age and mileage.

Vehicle aesthetic is good to average for the age. Wet weather conditions.

Vehicle interior is in very average condition. Full valet is recommended before collection.


Part of the service history.


Prior to purchase, consideration must be given to the collective cost involved in the rectification of the desirable items listed within the report.These items should be reflected in the purchase price of the vehicle or rectified before purchase.

See my attached audio feedback.

Please call me back once you have reviewed all report in detail.



No reason to reject the vehicle. Free from abnormal issues.



Expect vehicle may have previous insurance bodywork repairs carried such or end of lease resprays for improvements or seller improvements work which considered can be acceptable and not checked on this inspection package.



Recommendation always obtain appropriate extended warranty for your car. View packages. https://carexamer.com/extended-warranty
Condition and costs

Poor findings and repair costs

Poor condition findings

Body exterior

Glass

Chip will need new glass not repairable area

After the inspection

The customer experience

Outcome

The inspection helped Achmed K. understand whether the TOYOTA was a safe purchase or a possible repair risk.

Customer review

Awesome

Thank you Klavs. That the owners of the delership spoke highly of you in your absence was impressive. They said engineers from AA or RAC tend to come and finish quickly, but your mechanic (Klavs) took his time and seemed very thorough. The rightfully acknowledged the role you played formed an important bridge between me and them and purchasing the vehicle. Thank you for speaking to me afterwards also to put perspective on elements of your report, which was quite thorough.

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