Car lease review —
understand every charge before you sign
Car leases are full of fees that only appear when you hand the keys back. Upload your agreement and get a plain English breakdown of every commitment, charge, and restriction before you sign.
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What we check in your car lease
Mileage limits & charges
What is the annual mileage allowance and what is the per-mile charge if you exceed it?
Early termination
What does it cost to exit the lease early? Are there penalties on top of remaining payments?
Maintenance obligations
What servicing are you required to carry out — and at which approved garages?
Fair wear & tear
What counts as acceptable wear — and what will you be charged for at the end of the lease?
Balloon payments
Is there a large final payment? Are there conditions under which it changes?
Insurance requirements
What level of insurance cover is required under the lease — and are you currently meeting it?
Common questions
Why should I review my car lease before signing?
Car leases commit you for 2-4 years and can include significant charges that are easy to miss — excess mileage fees, wear-and-tear charges, and early exit penalties. Understanding them upfront prevents expensive surprises.
What happens if I go over the mileage limit?
Most leases charge a per-mile fee for excess mileage — often 5-25 cents per mile. On a 3-year lease, a small overage adds up quickly. LeaseRead tells you exactly what your agreement says.
Can I exit a car lease early?
Usually yes, but it can be expensive. LeaseRead explains what your specific agreement says about early termination and what the costs would be.
Does this work for both personal and business car leases?
Yes — LeaseRead analyses any PDF lease agreement, personal contract hire (PCH), business contract hire (BCH), or finance lease.
LeaseRead is not a law firm. Reports highlight areas to discuss with a solicitor — not legal advice. Terms of use