How should you record a component that is present but damaged?

• A. Mark as pass if the vehicle starts and runs.
• B. Note the damage and specify that it fails the VI due to integrity concerns.
• C. Ignore damage unless it leaks.
• D. Replace the component and then re-test.

Answer: (B)

When performing the visual inspection, you note not just whether a vehicle runs, but the actual condition of each component. If a component is present but damaged, you must record the damage and state that the vehicle fails the visual inspection due to integrity concerns. This reflects that damage can affect safety or function, even if the engine starts and runs. The correct record recognizes the actual condition now, and replacement followed by re-testing would be the next step after repair, not the way to record the current VI result.