Mechanical Condition Report

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  • VIN: 1HGCG22572A034366
  • MAKE Honda
  • MODEL Accord
  • YEAR 2002
  • MILES 203,292

Inspector

  • Laura M
  • 4,079 BlueStar Inspections

Inspection Photos

Industry Awards (2)

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  • Top 10 Best-Selling Vehicles (Edmunds)

Inspection Checklist

  • Passed
  • See Details Detailed Explanation of Failing Observation
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Powertrain

Ignition / Electrical

Body / Frame / Exterior / Interior

  • Dash / Displays / Entertainment / Navigation / Security & Info Systems
  • Intelligent / Smart Systems
  • Interior lighting / Courtesy Lights
  • Glove Box / Storage Compartment / Cup Holders
  •   Interior / Power Accessories See Details
  • Door(s) / Gate / Hood / Hatch / Handles & Latches
  • Hood / Gate / Hatch / Trunk / Deck Lid Support
  • Body / Body Component / Weatherstrip / Moldings
  • Trunk / Rear Compartment
  • Engine Compartment
  • Frame / Undercarriage
  • Environmental Damage

Fluid Leaks / Level / Condition

TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS

Fluids

Engine Oil

Full Acceptable

Transmission Fluid

Acceptable Acceptable

Power Steering Fluid

Acceptable Acceptable

Coolant

Full Dirty

Brake Fluid

Acceptable Acceptable

Washer Fluid

Acceptable Acceptable

Filters

Engine Air Filter

Acceptable

Cabin Air Filter

Not Inspected

Not inspected due to accessibility

Battery

Battery

Good

Emissions

Monitor Status

Ready

Tires and Brakes

Driver Front

8/32 inch
Acceptable
10/32 inch
Acceptable

Driver Rear

10/32 inch
Acceptable
6/32 inch
Acceptable

Passenger Front

9/32 inch
Acceptable
10/32 inch
Acceptable

Passenger Rear

8/32 inch
Acceptable
6/32 inch
Acceptable

INSPECTOR COMMENTS AND PHOTOS

  • Passed
  • Safety
  • Emissions
  • Other
  • Additional Info

Test Drive

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Abnormal smell is present when driving.

(Coolant)

Fuel / Emissions / Exhaust

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Engine air filter box / lid is damaged / not secure.

(Lid is damaged, And is missing hardware. )

HVAC / Cooling

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Water pump shows evidence of active coolant leak.

(Moderate)

Steering / Suspension

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Wheel bearing is dangerously loose and unsafe.

(Right rear, Wheel bearing is also excessively noisy while driving. )

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments

Front strut / shock is leaking.

(Right strut, Minor seeping leak)

Ignition / Electrical

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Drive belt has excessive cracking.

(Serpentine, Power steering)

There is an abnormal noise originating at drive belt area.

(Squealing)

Body / Frame / Exterior / Interior

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Interior / Power Accessories
Inspector Comments

Power / manual seat does not function properly.

(Left, Loose at base. Right side adjustment handle is damaged. )

Fluid Leaks / Level / Condition

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

There appears to be an active fluid leak with drops hanging / wetness from the leak area.

(Engine oil)

Other

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Positive vehicle appearance / condition observations
Inspector Comments

Undercarriage appears free from visible damage

Inspection Point
Result
 Positive vehicle performance characteristics
Inspector Comments

Heater and air conditioning performed well

Inspection Point
Result
 Frequently removed, lost or misplaced item present at the time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Owner's manual

Inspection Point
Result
 Positive test results at time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Battery passed the health test and terminals are free from corrosion

All OBD2 emissions monitors are ready

Brake fluid water content tests acceptable

Inspection Point
Result
 Frequently removed item present at the time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) label is present under hood

Inspection Point
Result
 Informational observations noted at time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Vehicle has surpassed manufacturer's recommended service life for spark plugs. Advise maintenance record check. There is no rough running condition present at time of inspection.

Inspection Point
Result
 Vehicle equipped with mixed brand and/or model tire(s) but correct size and have comparable tread depth
Inspector Comments

Front are different then rear.

Inspection Point
Result
 There is a minor vibration in steering while in gear at idle. Motor mounts may be weak or torn. Advise monitoring and or further diagnosis.
Inspector Comments

 

Inspection Point
Result
 Photo of coolant.
Inspector Comments

 

Inspection Point
Result
 Interior has cosmetic damage.
Inspector Comments

 

Inspection Point
Result
 Timing belt
Inspector Comments

This vehicle is equipped with an engine timing belt. Although it is not inspected as part if the inspection, the manufacturer recommends replacement every 105,000 miles.

Comments

Inspection Comments

All safety components of this vehicle were marked "acceptable" at the time of inspection.

At the time of inspection, all on-board diagnostic (OBD) readiness monitors were ready, the check engine light was operational with key on but not illuminated with engine running, and emissions components were marked "acceptable."

Seller Comments

This vehicle has new cabin and engine air filters. We also changed the oil.