Daily Walkaround Checks
Conduct DVSA-compliant daily vehicle checks, log defects with severity ratings, and capture a driver signature.
1. Check Details→
2. Walkaround Checklist→
3. Defect Reports→
4. Overall Result→
5. Notes & Signature
1. Check Details
Start each walkaround by recording who is conducting the check and on which vehicle. Driver Name is required to submit the form.
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DVSA-compliant daily vehicle inspection
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Optional — you can record a walkaround without linking it to a vehicle.
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Current mileage
2026-03-15 07:30
Defaults to the current date and time.
2. Walkaround Checklist
Work through all 16 categories in sequence. Each item can be marked Pass, Fail, or N/A. Categories show a progress indicator and turn green when all items are marked. A category turns red if any item is failed.
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DVSA-compliant daily vehicle inspection
3. Defect Reporting
When an item is marked Fail, a defect report is automatically prompted. Assign a severity to each defect. Non-Roadworthy defects will mark the overall walkaround as FAIL and prevent the vehicle from legally being driven.
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DVSA-compliant daily vehicle inspection
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Non-Roadworthy means the vehicle MUST NOT be driven.
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4. Notes & Signature
Add any overall notes about the check, then capture the driver signature. The signature is stored as part of the walkaround record for the DVSA audit trail.
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DVSA-compliant daily vehicle inspection
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Recommended — the DVSA expects a signed walkaround record.
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Non-Roadworthy defects ground the vehicle
If any defect is marked Non-Roadworthy Defect, the walkaround result is set to FAIL - Non-Roadworthy. The vehicle must not be driven until the defect is repaired and a new walkaround passes.
Work category by category
Expand each checklist category, check every item, then collapse it before moving on. The progress counter shows how many items remain in each section so nothing gets missed.
All 16 categories in the checklist
The checklist covers: Tyres & Wheels, Lights & Electrics, Mirrors & Glass, Cab & Bodywork, Fluid Levels, Brakes, Load Security, Tachograph, Exhaust & Emissions, Windscreen & Wipers, Horn, Reflectors & Markers, Number Plates, Safety Equipment, Coupling Equipment, and Cab Interior.
Common Mistakes
• Marking items N/A that do not apply instead of checking the actual item — only use N/A when the component is genuinely not fitted.
• Forgetting to add a defect report after marking an item as Fail.
• Not capturing a driver signature — unsigned walkarounds may not satisfy DVSA requirements.
• Submitting a walkaround with items still unchecked — the Overall Result shows how many items remain.
Field Reference
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle | No | Vehicle from your fleet registry. |
| Driver Name | Yes | Name of the driver conducting the check. |
| Odometer Reading | No | Mileage at the time of the check. |
| Check Date & Time | No | When the check was conducted. |
| Tyres & Wheels | No | Tread depth, pressure, damage, and fixings. |
| Lights & Electrics | No | All lighting and electrical systems. |
| Mirrors & Glass | No | Mirror condition and glass integrity. |
| Cab & Bodywork | No | External structure and cab condition. |
| Fluid Levels | No | All fluid levels within acceptable range. |
| Brakes | No | Service brake, handbrake, air pressure, and ABS. |
| Load Security | No | Load area, restraints, and doors. |
| Tachograph | No | Tacho unit, card, and calibration. |
| Safety Equipment | No | Required safety items present and in date. |
| Coupling Equipment (if applicable) | No | For articulated vehicles and trailers. |
| Defect Description | Yes | Describe the defect in detail. |
| Severity | Yes | How serious the defect is. |
| Photos | No | Upload photos of the defect. |
| Driver Signature | No | Driver signature confirming the check. |
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