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Our full history check reveals if a vehicle is reported stolen, so you can buy with peace of mind.

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Saved £3,200 on repairs

I nearly bought a car that looked perfect—until Car Owl flagged it as a write-off. Dodged a huge expense!

Great service told me everything I…

Great service told me everything I needed to know about a car.

100% Satisfied with full check

Does what it says, provided me with a full history report for a car I wanted to buy. Quick and easy. Will use again in the future

Easily the best online history checker…

Easily the best online history checker I've used. The report told me everything I needed to know about the car I was going to buy for my daughter as she's just past her test and was looking for a second hand car. This service is easy for old folk like myself looking for a simple way to check over cars before purchasing.

Great

The customer service was very good and very responsive. They also gave a lot of suggestions for selling the car as the deal was not successful.

Top marks for Milly

Quick response from a member called Milly. Very helpful and polite and explained the process throughout.

It's great & free!

It's great, and it's free. No hassle sale. Thanks once again.

Listed my car within the first hour got...

Listed my car within the first hour got an offer I was happy with. Buyer accepted same day. Overall 5/5 exceptional service and I have recommended to friends and family.

Was referred by a friend

Was referred by a friend. Easy to use and friendly support. Sold my Toyota Aygo through car owl and didn't have to pay any fee. Thankyou and good luck in the future!

Great service

Great service, easy to use. Got a price I was happy with buyer collected next day. Can’t fault it, Will use again.

Just sold my car through this platform

Very easy process, uploaded my car details along with service history and received an offer I was happy with. After accepting the offer the buyers details were presented to me, gave them a quick call and arranged for my car to be collected next day. Very straight forward.

Use them regularly

Great website and cheap fees!

Outstanding service

I can highly recommend Car Owl. I received the best price for my car and the whole experience was quick and seamless. I had brilliant and professional service from start to finish.

Very helpful and great service

Thanks. Helpful support team, got a great price for my car. Recommend.

Have sold 2 cars using car owl now

Very good experience both times. Very easy platform to use and the customer service was great both times. Highly recommend.

My experience with Car Owl was very…

My experience with Car Owl was very easy, received offers I was happy with and sold it the next day. Really great service and quick. Would recommend.

Was recommended by a friend

Was recommended by a friend, easy to use and got the price I wanted! Would recommend. Helpful support team, the dealer which won my car was fully verified and very friendly when collecting my car. Thanks once again!

Made selling my Hyundai very easy

Made selling my Hyundai very easy. My car was accepting offers quickly I received offers from dealers quickly, sold within 3 days. A+ would highly recommend.

I was initially skeptical about selling…

I was initially skeptical about selling my car online, but Car Owl made it so easy. The team was supportive, and I was pleasantly surprised by the quick response from potential buyers. A fantastic experience overall!

Highly recommend!

Selling my car with Car Owl was a great decision. The platform is user-friendly, and the process is transparent. I submitted my car details, and within a few hours, I received multiple offers from verified dealers. The team at Car Owl was very supportive and guided me through the entire process. I was able to compare offers and choose the best one for my car. The transaction was smooth, and I received payment promptly. I would definitely use Car Owl again in the future.

Simple process

I recently sold my car through Car Owl, and I must say, the experience was fantastic. The process was straightforward, and the staff were very helpful. They connected me with verified dealers who offered competitive prices for my car. I didn't have to worry about haggling or dealing with time-wasters. Car Owl took care of everything, and I got a fair price for my car. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking to sell their car quickly and easily.

I recently used Car Owl to sell my car…

I recently used Car Owl to sell my car and had a great experience. The process was simple and straightforward. I just had to enter my car's registration number, fill out a few details, and upload some photos of the vehicle. Within a few hours, my car was approved and I began receiving offers from verified UK car dealers. I was impressed by the variety of offers I received and the transparency of the process. I was able to compare offers and choose the one that was best for me. The best part of it was that it was all done online, and I didn't have to deal with any middlemen or haggling. I would highly recommend Car Owl to anyone looking to sell their car quickly and easily.

Great customer service team and such a…

Great customer service team and such a conveniently quick way to sell your car.

This was a quick and convenient way to…

This was a quick and convenient way to sell my car. Great experience from start to finish!

Very easy to sell my car

Very easy to sell my car, dealer came next day, payment was instant, would recommend.

A big thank you

A big thank you! I’ve sold a few cars in my life but this is far and away the easiest I’ve ever found it! Highly recommend you give them a go 👌

100% recommended

Got recommended by a friend. Wasn’t expecting it to be as quick and convenient as it was, couldn’t have gone better for me. Will definitely come back if I ever need to sell again.

Simple & easy way to sell your car

Very easy way to sell your car. Convenient & simple to use.

Very nice!

Recommended by a family member. Was very easy to use, highly recommended!

Very user-friendly!

Very user-friendly! Definitely recommend if you are looking to buy or sell a car.

Super easy, cheers

Out of all the options by far the easiest! Top service, cheers.

Highly Recommend

Very positive, Fast response, and really easy navigating the website. I would highly recommend this to anyone, finally got the audi a3 that I've dreamed of.

Amazing service

Amazing service, prompt response, reliable and all round great company. Couldn’t recommend enough.

Great service

Great service. User-friendly.

It's great

It's great. Much easier to use than motorway.

A fresh approach to buying and selling…

A fresh approach to buying and selling any car.

Easy to use

Simple & straight forward, all that is wanted when selling your car.

Brilliant!

Thought I’d give carowl ago after a friend’s recommendation. Grateful I did! Such an easy process and a brilliant result. Try it..you won’t be disappointed!

Simple and easy to list your car

Simple and easy to list your car, very quickly did I have dealers bidding on my car. Will be recommending to friends and family.

Really good to buy stock as a dealer

Really good to buy stock as a dealer. Easy to communicate with the seller.

Made car selling much quicker and easier

I put my car on carowl after struggling to find anyone to buy it myself. I had a quite few offers within the first few days and sold not too soon afterwards at a price I was happy with. I just wish I put it on carowl sooner.

Easy as 1-2-3

How it works

1

Enter Registration

Type in the car’s registration number to get started. It’s simple and quick. Just enter the plate, and let our system do the work to find the information you need instantly.

2 A smartphone screen showing a vehicle history check for a Ford Focus RS with the registration 'AA19 MOT.' The overall outcome is marked as 'Passed' in green, with additional checks listed below, including 'Not Written Off,' 'Finance & Debt Clear,' 'Not Stolen,' and 'No Mileage Anomalies,' all shown with green indicators.

Unlock Full History

Pay a small fee to unlock the car’s history. See details like owners, accidents, theft, and finance. Check for hidden issues fast and get the full report on your phone.

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Enjoy Peace of Mind

Feel great about making a smart choice. There are no surprises or hidden costs. Enjoy knowing the car’s full history and buy with total confidence.

What’s Included in Our Checks?

Assurance
Money-Back Guarantee
Easy-to-use Platform
Designed in Switzerland
Priority Support
Financial
Outstanding Finance Check
Unpaid Loan Check
Insurance Write-Off Check
Police Stolen Check
VIN Verification Check
Scrapped Check
Maintenance
Full MOT History
Advanced Mileage Rollback Detection
Detect Colour Changes
Technical
Technical Specifications
Running Costs
Road Tax
Emissions & Environmental Data
Ownership
Previous Owner Records
Severe Accidents History
Flood Damage History
All Plate Changes
Imported History
Exported History
A smartphone lock screen displaying a time of 9:41 on Monday, September 9, with two notifications: one from Martin Louis suggesting to run a full history check for peace of mind, and another from 'Metropolitan Police' stating that a recently purchased vehicle was reported stolen.

Unlock Every Hidden Secret with Car Owl

Know before you buy. Car Owl shows red flags fast—like theft, accidents, or unpaid debts. Stay safe with real-time data. Make smart choices and avoid surprises. Join thousands who trust Car Owl and drive worry-free.

Get Instant Vehicle Reports

Access quick history reports with smart tech. No delays, no hassle—just the facts. Make faster, safer decisions with Car Owl’s instant info.

Avoid Expensive Surprises

Know everything about a vehicle’s history, so you can dodge unexpected repair costs and make smarter decisions.

Advanced Fraud Detection

Our checks use the latest technology to give you complete, reliable transparency—every time.

Safety Tip

A Car Can Look Perfect but Still Have Been Involved in an Accident

Looks can be deceiving. Even a car that shines on the outside might have hidden damage from a past accident. Without a history check, you could be driving a vehicle with serious safety issues.

Get the facts before you buy. Our report shows if the car has been in any accidents, even if the damage was fixed. It’s the easiest way to stay safe and avoid costly surprises down the road.

Don’t let a shiny exterior fool you. Check the car’s history now and drive away with peace of mind.

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Real Stories, Real Red Flags.

How Car Owl Helps Drivers Avoid Costly Mistakes.

Saved £3,200 on Repairs

"I nearly bought a car that looked perfect—until Car Owl flagged it as a write-off. Dodged a huge expense!"

Avoided £9,000 in Debt

"Car Owl revealed the car was still on finance. Without it, I’d be stuck paying off someone else’s loan."

Protected from a Stolen Car

"The report showed the car I wanted was stolen. Car Owl saved me from a massive legal headache!"

Invest & Save with Confidence

Don’t Risk It: You Could Be Buying a Stolen Car!

Investing in a car is a big decision, and you want to get it right. But every day, more than 100 cars are flagged as stolen. Without a proper check, you might be paying for someone else’s problem.

Our detailed history report can save you from costly mistakes. You’ll know right away if the car was ever stolen, written off, or had its mileage rolled back. Protect your investment and buy with confidence.

Don’t take chances. Get the full picture before you buy. Start your check now and make sure your next car is safe and sound.

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Worried About Buying a Stolen Car?

  • Enter the vehicle's registration number to instantly check if a car has been reported stolen.
  • Get a detailed report that shows if the car is stolen, providing peace of mind before you make a purchase.
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Car Owl app displaying vehicle check status as passed on a phone screen in a car interior

What’s included in a stolen vehicle check?

  • Our service allows you to check if a car is stolen or has been reported stolen by simply entering the license plate number.
  • The report includes details such as whether the vehicle has been stolen, written off, or has any outstanding finance, helping you buy with confidence.

Why choose our stolen check service?

  • Our comprehensive vehicle history report helps you check if a car is stolen or reported stolen, ensuring you don’t buy a problematic vehicle.
  • Backed by official data, our stolen car check service gives you the most up-to-date and accurate information available.
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1,815

Cars show a mileage discrepancy. This means the odometer may have been altered to show fewer miles than actually travelled.

2,205

Written off cars per day discovered by CarOwl. Meaning they were damaged and considered not worth repairing.

1 in 4

Cars has had a registration plate change. Our car check can reveal this.

1 in 3

Cars we check has a hidden problem. Our full report can reveal if a car was in a major accident or if the mileage doesn’t match the records.

109

Stolen cars identified by our history check per day. You do not want to buy a stolen car.

1 in 3

Cars we check is still on finance. This means the previous owner still owes money on it.

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Get Worldwide Data from 190+ Countries

Access records from around the globe, including stolen and imported vehicles. We check for unpaid loans across borders, giving you a complete view with total clarity.

Full Accident and Damage Check

See your car’s full history, from minor dents to major repairs. We access trusted records to spot past incidents, repairs, and insurance claims. Get a clear view of the car’s condition and buy with confidence.

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HISTORY CHECKER

Instant Full Vehicle History Checker

Find out your vehicles true history with our fully comprehensive 90+ point check.