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Pre-shipment inspection

Used vehicle
spare parts inspection

Prepare your spare parts shipment with a clearer picture of what is being loaded. Inspection brings together checks of the parts, packing list and container loading, with a photographic record of the consignment.

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Discuss your shipment ↗Arrange the inspection before packing begins.
Know your consignment

From body panels
to engine assemblies

The illustration shows examples of vehicle parts that may form part of a shipment. The inspection scope and eligibility of each item are confirmed for the destination and assignment.

Labelled vehicle diagram showing bonnet, grille and front bumper, headlamps, cooling components, engine, doors and mirrors, wings, boot lid, rear lights and bumper, and exhaust system.
Examples of parts only. Inclusion in this illustration does not mean a part is approved for import. On a small screen, scroll across to explore the full diagram.
Body and exterior

Bonnets, boot lids, doors, wings, grilles, mirrors and front or rear bumpers.

Lighting and cooling

Headlamps, rear lights, radiator supports, cooling fans, radiators and air-conditioning condensers.

Engine and exhaust

Engine assemblies and exhaust systems, subject to the agreed inspection requirements.

How it works

A record from empty
container to final seal

Confirm the shipment

Share the destination, parts list and proposed loading arrangements. The applicable requirements, inspection scope and quotation are confirmed before the visit.

Check before packing

The inspector records the empty container and visually checks the intended parts against the packing list before loading begins.

Observe loading

Photographs document the loading stages and the goods being packed, helping establish a record of the consignment.

Record closure and report

Container closure and the final seal are photographed. The inspection findings are then assessed against the agreed requirements.

Inspection outcomes

Understand the result and next steps

The documents required depend on the destination scheme and agreed service. We confirm the reporting and certification arrangements before the inspection.

When requirements are met

The relevant inspection documentation is provided. Where a destination scheme requires a Certificate of Conformity (CoC), its issuance follows that scheme’s requirements and authorisation arrangements.

When an issue is found

Non-conformities are recorded and explained so you can understand what needs attention and whether corrective action or a further inspection is required.

Before you ship

A few useful details

Can every used spare part be imported?

Eligibility depends on the destination. Some parts may be restricted or prohibited, and a visual inspection alone cannot establish the safety or performance of every component. Send the complete parts list before booking so the applicable requirements can be checked.

Where does the inspection take place?

The inspection is normally arranged at the location where the consignment will be packed. The location, access and loading schedule are agreed in advance.

What documents should the importer prepare?

The packing list, commercial invoice and any inspection or conformity documents required by the destination should be available for clearance. Confirm the final document requirements with the importer or their customs representative.

Can I enquire about new spare parts?

Yes. Tell us whether the parts are new or used when you enquire, so we can confirm whether the requested inspection can be arranged and which requirements apply.

Discuss your inspection needs

Tell us about the vehicle or parts, your requirements and your preferred date.

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