Shall I get an EICR done before exchange?

Hi all,

Buyer here. Originally the sellers stated the electricity was tested in 2024 and will provide the certificate. However my solicitor has told me today they don't hold the certificate and the Seller has advised this can be obtained at my own expense however completion must take place on 28th February. They reiterated if completion does not occur on or before the 28th February, the Property will be pulled from the market as they will have lost their onward purchase. They have said if I'm unable to proceed without the tests to let them know urgently and they have said they require exchange as early as possible due to the removal arrangements in place.

I've emailed my solicitor back stating whether they'd be happy for me to get and electrician to check and that this will not impact the completion date.

I'm now thinking whether it will be worth it getting an EICR done now or just leave till I move in. Level 3 survey stated there were no defects observed - only to potentially replace the consumer unit if necessary as it's plastic but recommended an EICR as obviously they only carried out visual checks.

It is a 1930s house and sellers have been living there for nearly 40 years I believe. They ticked 'No' to 'has the property been rewired or had any electrical installation work carried out since 1st January 2005' on the TA6 form.

What would you do in the situation? Any advice would be appreciated.