Mobile Vehicle Inspections

18/06/2026

2021 MG ZS EV – Not All EV Inspections Are Equal!

Today we completed one of our Advanced Pre-Purchase Inspections on this 2021 MG ZS EV.

As part of the inspection, we carried out a detailed EV battery health assessment, which revealed:

✅ Battery State of Health (SOH): 86.23%
✅ Cell voltage spread: 20mV (good balance)
✅ No abnormal battery temperature concerns detected
✅ High-voltage system operating normally at the time of testing

However, the inspection also uncovered several important findings that a buyer should be aware of:

🔍 Evidence of previous accident repairs with multiple panels showing repaint work and body filler present.
🔍 Water was found in the luggage compartment.
🔍 Impact damage identified underneath the vehicle, with a bent metal bar on the subframe area.
🔍 Broken right front guard liner.
🔍 Multiple Fault codes stored in vehicle control modules.
🔍 Some cosmetic wear items throughout the vehicle.

Many buyers focus only on battery health when purchasing an EV, but the reality is that a complete inspection should include:

✔ EV battery condition
✔ High-voltage system checks
✔ Accident repair assessment
✔ Paint thickness testing
✔ Computer diagnostics
✔ Underbody inspection
✔ Road testing

A healthy battery is important, but it's only one part of the vehicle's overall condition.

At Mobile Vehicle Inspections, we combine traditional vehicle inspection techniques with advanced EV and hybrid testing equipment to help buyers make informed decisions before purchase.

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Melbourne Wide

13/06/2026

"The buyer was told it had a BRAND NEW hybrid battery..."
Let's see what our inspection uncovered.
Recently, we inspected this 2011 Lexus RX450h for a prospective buyer after being told the hybrid battery had been replaced.
As part of our Advanced Inspection, we performed a comprehensive hybrid battery health assessment and detailed diagnostic analysis.
Our findings:
⚠️ Estimated battery capacity remaining: 53.22%
⚠️ Battery imbalance detected in battery blocks #11, #12 and #15
⚠️ Diagnostic data indicated that vehicle module memory had been recently cleared
No active fault codes present at the time of inspection
Based on the test results, the battery was not performing as expected for a recently replaced complete hybrid battery assembly.
This is a perfect example of why buying a hybrid vehicle based solely on a seller's description can be risky.
Without specialist testing, the buyer may never have known:
❌ The battery had significant imbalance issues
❌ Battery capacity had reduced substantially
❌ Diagnostic memory had been recently cleared
At Mobile Vehicle Inspections, we use advanced diagnostic equipment and hybrid battery testing procedures to help buyers make informed decisions before handing over their money.
• Hybrid Battery Testing
• Advanced Diagnostics
• ECU History Analysis
• And much more..

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Trust the data, not the sales pitch.

21/04/2026

Don’t Ignore the Battery Health!
During our Advanced Pre purchase inspection, we identified the Hybrid Battery State of Health (SOH) at 64.7%.

We recently performed a pre-purchase inspection on a 2014 Subaru XV Hybrid. On the surface, the car looked like a great buy, but as Hybrid & EV Certified technicians, we know that the real "hidden" cost of a used hybrid often lies in the high-voltage battery system.

Knowing this critical data point before finalizing a purchase is vital. While hybrid battery degradation is normal, a low SOH indicates that the battery is well past its prime and approaching the end of its service life,a significant cost factor that would catch most buyers off guard.

Why choose us for your next pre-purchase inspection?

Hybrid & EV Certified: We don’t just check the brakes and bodywork; we specialize in the complex high-voltage systems that make these vehicles tick.

Dealer-Level Diagnostics: We use specialized scanning equipment to analyze battery capacity, cell balance, and real-world performance metrics.

Objective Advice: Our goal is to provide the data you need to make an informed decision, potentially saving you thousands in unexpected repair costs.

Don’t leave your next vehicle investment to chance. Whether it’s a Subaru Hybrid, a PHEV, or a full EV, ensure you know exactly what you’re buying.

Ready to book your inspection?
Contact us today to ensure your next car is a solid investment.

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30/03/2026

30/03/2026

2015 Toyota Aqua – Pre-Purchase Inspection Completed Today
Today we carried out a pre-purchase inspection on this 2015 Toyota Aqua, including a full inspection of every major system in the vehicle — with special attention given to the hybrid system.
As part of our inspection, we also checked the hybrid battery State of Health (SOH), which tested at 79.81%.
But we don’t stop at fault codes.
We also analyzed the live data from the vehicle and compared it against our known-good data, built from a database of over 6,000 modules. This helps us identify issues that can easily be missed by a basic scan or visual check alone.
At Mobile Vehicle Inspections, we go deeper than a standard inspection to help buyers make informed decisions with confidence.
Need a hybrid or EV inspected before you buy?
Contact Mobile Vehicle Inspections today.


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