How to Check a Car Online for Free
Check any UK-registered vehicle in three simple steps - completely free
Enter a UK registration number, we look up official DVLA and DVSA data, and you get your results instantly. No payment, no account required.
Enter the Registration Number
Simply enter the number plate (e.g., AB12 CDE) of the vehicle you want to check and we'll automatically look it up in official records.
No documents needed: You don't need the V5C logbook or VIN - the registration number on the number plate is enough.
We Look Up Official DVLA & DVSA Data
We query the DVLA for vehicle details, tax status and SORN status, and the DVSA for the vehicle's complete MOT history.
Both are official UK government data sources, so you see the same records the authorities hold.
View Your Instant Results
Your results appear on screen straight away - vehicle details, tax status and complete MOT history with advisories and mileage readings.
Run as many checks as you like. Every check is free.
What's Included in Your Free Check
Vehicle Details
Make, model, colour, fuel type, engine size and year of registration from DVLA records
Tax & SORN Status
Current tax status, tax due date and whether the vehicle is declared off-road (SORN)
MOT History
Every MOT test result including passes, failures and advisory notices
Mileage Records
Mileage recorded at each MOT test to help spot clocking or discrepancies
All data comes directly from official DVLA and DVSA records.
Always Free
✓ No payment - every check is completely free
✓ Instant results on screen within seconds
✓ Official data from the DVLA and DVSA
Free • Instant results • No account required
Frequently Asked Questions
General
How quickly do I get my results?
Results are instant. Enter a UK registration number and your free check appears on screen within seconds - no payment, no account and no waiting for an email.
Is it really free?
Yes. Every check on this site is completely free. Our checks are built on official DVLA and DVSA data, and we never ask for payment details.
Where does the data come from?
Vehicle specification, tax status and registration details come from the DVLA. MOT history, including test results, advisories and recorded mileage, comes from the DVSA.
Does the check work for any UK car?
Yes. The check works on any UK-registered vehicle, regardless of age, make or where it was bought. You only need the registration number to run the check.
Have more questions? View our full FAQ
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Free • Instant results • Official DVLA & DVSA data