the same as in any car.

a. rev it, check for smoke, leaks inside the engine bay, temperature, aircon
b. suspension, check the braking, check for unusual sounds, check handling, steering, etc.
c. exterior, check the body for rusts, for uneven paints, etc.
d. interiors, check electricals, lights, switches, wipers, radio, condition of the sidings, etc.

try to drive it on smooth roads, on uneven roads, on roads with humps, etc.
kung taga south ka lang, sinamahan na kita eh.