Free car history checks to find out if your car has a hidden history.
Check if the vehicle has any outstanding finance, write-off status, or stolen marker.
To get a Free Vehicle History Check, you will need the vehicle's registration number (UK & Northern Ireland). You can find this on the V5C registration certificate, also known as the logbook.
A vehicle history check is an important step in buying a used car. The check will provide vehicle information on any vehicle with DVLA vehicle registration. This information can help you to make an informed decision about whether or not to buy the car.
Our Best Vehicle Check service will give you information on the car's MOT history, tax status, and whether it has any outstanding recalls. You can check the hidden history of all vehicles registered in the UK.
It is important to remember that the Free Vehicle History Check is only as good as the vehicle information that is entered into the vehicle records.
A car check will give you all the important vehicle details you need to know before making a purchase, including the vehicle's history such as:
You'll also be able to see whether the car is subject to any vehicle road tax or if it is an imported vehicle. The V5C document, which is also known as the vehicle registration certificate, will provide you with the car's registration number and some other vital information.
And, of course, you can always contact the DVLA if you have any questions about a vehicle's history or current status. So, don't take any risks when buying a used car - make sure you get a full car check first.
To drive legally in the UK, you must meet the following criteria :
Valid UK driver's licence
A driving licence in Great Britain (GB) can be complete or provisional (reserved for new drivers only). To find out if you can drive in Great Britain with your non-GB driving licence, please use the GOV.UK non-GB licence checker.
Current Vehicle Tax
You must have the new V5C logbook or V11 reminder to tax your vehicle. For more information on vehicle tax, check the GOV site.
You cannot transfer a vehicle tax, when you change the owners of a vehicle.
Make sure you have a third-party motor insurance
Since the passing of the Road Traffic Act of 1930, every vehicle must be driven by a driver who possesses valid third-party insurance .A motor insurance will provide protection if your vehicle has any accidents and also covers other drivers, pedestrians etc.
Updated MOT
Any authorized garage will do a MOT test on a vehicle, which certifies that you follow the regulations for both environmental and road safety.
You can check the MOT history ( advisories & failure notice) of any vehicle through our free vehicle check.
Unlike the free car check, a full vehicle check will provide more in-depth information on a vehicle's hidden past. This will allow you to make the right decision before buying a vehicle.
Our premium reports cover 30+ vehicle data points including,
Insurance Write-off (Total Loss)
This highlights if the vehicle has been written off and includes the loss date, type, and MIAFTR entry date.
Outstanding Finance
If the vehicle has any outstanding finance, we provide the finance company name, agreement date, type, and period.
Stolen Car Check
A police marker is made on the vehicle if it is currently stolen or recovered in the past.
We also provide other vehicle registration information such as vehicle's performance, plate and color changes, vehicle description, MOT & Tax due date, scrapped info, total keeper count, and VIN check.
When purchasing a used car, a car check is crucial. The DVLA can research some car history, but this will only provide you with basic vehicle information like colour, make, and model, as well as MOT and tax history.
Numerous customers utilise our vehicle check to find out about stolen cars, outstanding finance on a vehicle, and insurance write-offs.
To check the MOT test results, enter the vehicle registration number, and you can view it instantly for FREE. You can also book an MOT for your vehicle through our partner site. Check if your vehicle has valid insurance through the askMID site.