Sample Daily Vehicle Checklist

This is a sample only:

DAILY VEHICLE CHECKLIST (checks to be conducted before use of the vehicle)

Vehicle Registration No: _______
Odometer Reading: ___________
Vehicle Make/Model: __________
Operator: ___________________
Date: ____/_____/_____

EXTERNAL VEHICLE CONDITION

Item √ = satisfactory/available OR X = defective/missing OR N/A = not applicable

• Condition of vehicle bodywork, windscreen, windows, lights
• Condition of windscreen wiper blades
• Cleanness of windscreen, windows, mirrors, lights, number plate
• Security of load, trailer, roof rack
• Condition of tyres, tyre pressure, tyre wear
• Availability of spare wheel & jack
   

FLUIDS

Item √ = satisfactory/available OR X = defective/missing OR N/A = not applicable

• Engine oil level
• Coolant level
• Windscreen wash level
• Brake/clutch fluid
• Power steering fluid
• Condition of battery
• Oil or waste leaks
   

VEHICLE INTERIOR AND EQUIPMENT

Item √ = satisfactory/available OR X = defective/missing OR N/A = not applicable

• Condition & function of seat belts
• Head restraint adjustment
• Mirror adjustment
• Tax disc
• First aid kit
• Fire extinguisher
• Torch
• Warning triangle
• Vehicle handbook

FUNCTION CHECKS BEFORE STARTING THE JOURNEY

Item √ = satisfactory/available OR X = defective/missing OR N/A = not applicable

• Warning light
• All lights
• Horn
• Washers & wipers
• Brake
• Fuel

All the items above have been checked and any defects and omissions reported.

Driver’s Signature: _______________________________________________
Date: _____/_____/______