VEHICLE HISTORY CHECKER

Get an Instant Car History Check

Find out your car's hidden history in less than 30 seconds with our full 50+ point check

How does the vehicle check work?

  • Simply enter the registration of the vehicle you wish to check.
  • Get an instant shareable full vehicle history report showing a detailed, up-to-date full history report protecting you from unwanted risks.
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What’s included in a vehicle history check?

  • Our checks include outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and any records of the vehicle being stolen, scrapped, imported or expoted.
  • Unlock mileage problems (clocked), any previous plate or colour changes and full keeper history.
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Why choose our history check?

  • We provide a full in-depth vehicle history check protecting you from costly mistakes.
  • Car Owl uses cutting edge technology to ensure you get accurate up-to-date data on a vehicle's condition and history.
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Uncover Hidden History

Our Full History Check Includes...

Outstanding Finance
Insurance Write Off
Stolen
Scrapped
Mileage Anomalies
High-Risk Records
Colour Changes
Plate Changes
Imported
Exported
Mileage History
Keeper History

*We only use trusted data from the DVLA, DVSA, Police, Insurance & other licenced suppliers

Surprising Facts Revealed

Important Insights from Our Vehicle Checks

1 in 3 Cars

we check are still on finance

1,815 Cars

per day have a mileage discrepancy

109 Cars

per day are identified as stolen

2,205 Cars

per day are uncovered as insurance write-offs

1 in 4 Cars

has had a plate change

1 in 3 Cars

we check have a hidden history

Comprehensive Vehicle Insights

What does our full history check cover?

A Car Owl history check shows any hidden problems with your car. The certificate tells you everything about your car’s past, including:

Outstanding Finance

Ensure there are no outstanding loans or financial obligations tied to the vehicle. Protect yourself from inheriting any debt.

Stolen Vehicle Records

Verify that the vehicle hasn't been reported as stolen. Ensure the car you're buying is legally yours.

Insurance Write-Offs

Check if the vehicle has been declared a total loss by insurers. Avoid vehicles with a history of severe damage.

Mileage Anomalies

Detect any discrepancies in the vehicle's mileage records. Make sure the vehicle’s mileage is accurate and hasn't been tampered with.

All of our data is powered by Experian

Our Proven Success

And we're just getting warmed up

5,000+

vehicle history checks conducted

2,500+

issues detected and resolved

10,000+

happy customers

HISTORY CHECKER

Instant Full Vehicle History Checker

Find out your vehicles true history with our extensive 50+ point check.