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Originally posted by wawazat??
I may be a bit of a stickler, but I think you mean compression tested not pressure tested. This will verify that the engine cylinders do not leak down (compressed air admitted thru the spark plug port bleeding off into the atmosphere, into the cooling system, or into the crankcase due to failed head gaskets, broken rings, or cracked castings) over time. and which cylinder or cylinders may not be sealing (pressure readings to be within a 10% range minimum to maximum).
I'd be very afraid of this car!
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Actually, both. Pressure test for the coolant system and compression test for the cylinders -- you can never be too safe. I'm already afraid of this car and it's far, far away from me. 
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