Free Car Check

We bring together vehicle data from trusted sources, including DVLA, DVSA, Experian, MIAFTR, and the Police National Computer. That allows us to show a clear picture of the vehicle, from core registration details to history markers that matter when you are buying. Depending on the report, that can include details such as tax and MOT status, plus records like SORN, V5C Issue Date, and Imported/Exported markers.

Yes, you can. We pull together vehicle data from trusted sources, including DVLA, DVSA, Experian, MIAFTR, and the Police National Computer. That helps us give you a clearer picture of the vehicle, from the basic registration details to the history checks that can really matter before you buy. Depending on the report, this can include things like tax and MOT status, as well as records such as SORN, V5C issue date, and import or export markers.

Yes, you can start with a free check. The free report gives you the main vehicle details and useful basics, while paid reports add deeper history checks, such as finance, write-off, stolen, and ownership-related records. If you want a fuller picture before buying, the paid report gives you more of the risk-related checks that a basic report does not cover. It can also give you more detailed vehicle information, including MPG, Transmission (Manual/Auto), and Dimensions, depending on the vehicle.

Start with the registration number, and we’ll gather all the important MOT information for you. That includes the current MOT status, the date it will expire, and the vehicle's past MOT history, so you can see how it has done over time. This is useful because a single pass result does not always tell the full story. If a car has repeated advisories for tyres, brakes, or suspension, that can give you a better idea of how it has been maintained.

Because the car in the advert is not always the full story. A proper vehicle check can help you spot problems that are easy to miss at first glance, such as finance, write-off history, stolen status, mileage issues, or signs that the vehicle may have been Ex-Taxi or Ex-Rental. It also helps you check the practical details. You can confirm tax and MOT status, as well as additional details such as Euro 6, VCA Recalls, and EV information, such as battery kWh, range, and charging port. The more you know before you buy, the easier it is to avoid making costly mistakes.

Stop and look into it before going any further. If the colour, fuel type, engine size, year, or history does not match the car in front of you, that is a sign that something may be wrong. Sometimes it is a simple listing mistake. Sometimes it is more serious. Ask the seller to explain the difference and check the V5C, MOT history, and other documents carefully. If the details still do not line up, the safest option is usually to walk away.

A car history check is a very useful way to verify important vehicle details before you buy. We use trusted data sources to help build a clearer picture of the vehicle, so you are not relying only on the advert or the seller’s word. That said, a check works best as part of the bigger picture. It should sit alongside a proper viewing, document checks, and, where needed, an inspection by a qualified mechanic. Think of it as one of the best ways to spot risk early and ask better questions before you commit.