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What Is a Free Vehicle Check?

A free vehicle check gives you instant access to important information about any UK-registered car. Use our car details checker to view MOT records, tax status, mileage history, and ULEZ status. For full reports including accident history, write-offs, and finance checks, upgrade to our complete vehicle history check.

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Vehicle Details

Check a vehicle’s details including make, model, engine size, and more.

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MOT & Tax Status

Quickly see if a vehicle is taxed and has passed its MOT.

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Upgrade for Full History

Get access to finance checks, write-off data, and accident records with a premium vehicle check.

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Mileage & Previous Owners

Avoid scams by checking for mileage discrepancies and reviewing past ownership.

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How Do I Use the Free Vehicle Check?

With our free car checking tool, you can instantly check a vehicle’s details and get the information you need. Follow the steps below to get started.

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Find the Vehicle Reg

Use the registration number from the logbook or number plate.

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Enter the Reg

Enter the reg into our free vehicle check tool and press 'Check'.

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View Instant Results

Get MOT history, tax status, mileage info, and more in seconds.

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Common Vehicle Check Questions

Using a vehicle detail checker helps you avoid risks before buying a used car. Here's what some of the key results mean.

What Does 'Outstanding Finance' Mean on a Car?

If a car still has finance, the lender owns it. Buying a car with outstanding finance could mean losing the vehicle. Our full vehicle check shows you this risk.

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Can I Check If a Car Was Stolen?

Yes, a vehicle check will flag if the car was reported stolen. Never buy a used vehicle without checking its history first.

What Is a Mileage Discrepancy?

Mileage fraud happens when sellers roll back the odometer. Our full car check compares mileage from MOTs to reveal if anything looks suspicious.

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Why Should I Use a Vehicle Detail Checker?

Our vehicle car check free tool helps you avoid problems like stolen vehicles, unpaid finance, and accident history. Make a smarter decision before you buy.

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Avoid Buying Stolen Cars

See if the vehicle is currently marked as stolen by the police.

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Check for Unpaid Finance

Don’t take on someone else’s debt. Use our tool to confirm legal ownership.

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Spot Past Damage

Get write-off records and see if a car was in a serious accident.

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Run vehicle checks instantly to reveal key details. Use our vehicle detail checker to avoid scams and buy with confidence.

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Use our free car checking tool as often as you like. It’s quick, reliable, and doesn’t cost a thing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle Check

What is a vehicle check?

A vehicle check is a quick way to see a car’s history, condition, and legal status using its registration number. You’ll get details like MOT records, tax status, mileage, and more to help you make safer buying decisions.

How do I check a vehicle’s details for free?

Simply enter the car’s registration number into our free car checking tool. You’ll instantly see key vehicle details such as make, model, MOT history, tax status, and mileage.

Is this a free vehicle check service?

Yes. Our vehicle checks are 100% free. You can check a vehicle’s details without signing up or paying. For a full vehicle history report with finance, theft, and write-off checks, you can choose to upgrade.

What information does a vehicle check show?

A free vehicle check shows MOT history, mileage records, tax status, engine size, fuel type, and ULEZ compliance. Upgraded checks include accident history, finance, and previous owners.

Can I check if a car is taxed and MOT’d?

Yes. Our car details checker shows you the latest MOT status, expiry date, and whether the car is currently taxed, so you know if it's road-legal.

Why should I run a vehicle check before buying?

Running a vehicle check helps you spot hidden issues such as mileage fraud, expired MOT, or unpaid finance. It protects you from scams and gives peace of mind when buying used cars.

What do I need to run a vehicle check?

All you need is the car’s registration number (number plate). Enter it into our tool to start your free vehicle check instantly.

Is this vehicle detail checker accurate?

Yes. We pull real-time data from trusted sources including the DVLA and MOT databases. Our reports are accurate, fast, and easy to understand.

Can I check any type of vehicle?

Yes. You can run a check on any UK-registered vehicle, including cars, vans, and motorcycles. Just enter the valid registration number.

How is this different from a full vehicle history check?

Our free car checking tool gives you basic details. A full history check includes extra data like accident history, finance status, stolen vehicle checks, and previous owners — ideal for serious buyers.