End of lease inspection essex

An end of lease inspection is a pre-return check of your leased vehicle against the BVRLA fair wear and tear standard. RS Scuff 'N' Buff inspects your car before the leasing company does, identifying any damage that could trigger end-of-contract charges.

Almost always, yes. Leasing companies charge premium rates for damage found at return - often two or three times what an independent bodyshop charges. Repairing scuffs, scratches and dents beforehand typically saves lease customers hundreds of pounds.

Light scratches that polish out, small stone chips and minor age-related marks are generally acceptable under BVRLA guidelines. Dents, scuffed bumpers, kerbed alloys, scratches through the paint and poorly repaired damage are usually chargeable.

Ideally 4–8 weeks before your return date. That leaves enough time to repair any chargeable damage - usually within one day per repair at RS Scuff 'N' Buff - without rushing before collection.

Yes, most end-of-lease repairs - bumper scuffs, scratches, small dents and paintwork damage - are completed in a single day, so preparing your car for return causes minimal disruption.

Yes! Before appraising the vehicle, make sure that it has been washed and is thoroughly clean but remember to allow time for it to dry. Water on the paintwork can mask faults.

We inspect the cosmetic condition of the vehicle bodywork, wheels and trims. All other elements of the vehicle condition should be assessed independently.

If upon inspection of the car we will advise the best course of action. Based upon our understanding of the BVRLA Fair Wear and Tear Standard there are 3 classifications of repair. Essential Repair– This is where the damage is outside the BVRLA Fair Wear and Tear Standard , and to avoid charges , it must be rectified.   Desirable Repair– This type of damage might not be considered as minor, as permitted by wear and tear, but a leasing company may assess it as chargeable.

Your RS Scuff’n’Buff Fair Wear & Tear Inspection will cover the cosmetic condition of the vehicle bodywork and wheels. Be aware that on return to the leasing company, other elements of the vehicle condition, some listed below, may be assessed and potentially generate charges where the vehicle does not meeting the required standard or condition. Please check the specific returns details of your lease policy. • Inspect lamps, lenses, windows and mirrors for chips, cracks and holes. • Check the tyres (including spare) for damage. Check that the wear on the tread across each tyre is even, and within the legal limit. • Clean and valet the interior. • Check upholstered areas for odours, tears, burns, stains and wear. • Inspect all controls, including audio equipment and accessories – they should be present and fully functional. • Ensure the vehicle has been serviced according to the schedule, and the service book is stamped • Check the vehicle mileage, and reduce your daily mileage to stay within you limit. • Ensure you have both sets of keys. • Remove any badges or decals you may have added ( when removing there may be a difference in paint colour that has to be rectified before you return the vehicle.) • Check that all the equipment supplied with the vehicle is still present (spare wheel, emergency triangle, jack, locking wheel nut etc )