Free Car History Check

How our car history check works

Get a comprehensive car history check in seconds. Simply enter the vehicle registration plate for instant results.

We’ll check the registration number against officially licensed databases, including the DVLA, to provide accurate vehicle history reports.

Review the free check

Our free initial car check provides the make, model, and over 20 data points. When you're ready, upgrade to a detailed vehicle history report.

Upgrade to a detailed report

Instantly review the car history report, including key details like outstanding finance, stolen records, and write-offs, all backed by our data guarantee.

Customer reviews of our car check service

Over 5 Million History Checks Completed. Fast, Reliable, and Trusted by Customers.

Best HPI check

"One of the best HPI check sites out there. I’ve been using them for years. If there are any issues, the warnings are clear, and if the car is a write-off, you’ll get links to the original damage photos. Simply brilliant."

Daniel | March 2026

10/10 service

"Quite simply, if you are buying a vehicle, this service is an absolute must have. The very low cost of a detailed comprehensive report prevented me from spending a substantial £20,000 on a vehicle that had a warning for an inaccurate recorded mileage. Thank you!"

A B | March 2026

Great service

"Great service from Full Car Check. I’ve used them recently for both free and paid reports, and their information is actually more accurate than we found on some other sites. Highly recommended."

Abhi | March 2026

With a outstanding 4.9★ rating on Trustpilot and an impressive 4.8★ rating on Google, our car history check platform has earned the trust of users across the UK. Customers highlight our fast results, clear vehicle insights, and excellent value compared to other car history providers.

Why choose us?

We provide trusted, comprehensive car check reports and an exceptional customer experience. Here are just a few reasons why our customers rate us so highly.

We use trusted partners

Our data comes from officially licensed partners such as:

DVLA, insurance companies, police and finance companies, as well as other motoring organisations.
Customer satisfaction and top quality service is our main priority. Additionally, you can count on us to provide excellent service and value for money.

Data guarantee

Our full car check comes with a £10,000 data guarantee.

Giving you total peace of mind every time you check a car.
You can count on us to provide excellent service and value for money.

View our prices and features to see all the data points we check.

Comprehensive reports

Our car history check includes over 80 data points.

Giving you the total confidence to make an informed decision before you purchase a vehicle.
Including checks on the finance, written-off status, and vehicle history.

View our sample report to learn more about our vehicle history check.

What is a car check?

Our car history check, also known as an HPI check, provides a detailed report on a vehicle’s history. It reveals important data associated with the VIN and registration number, including the following:

Insurance Write Off (Total loss): We check the MIATFR database to determine whether a vehicle has been written off and declared an insurance total loss (Category A, B, C, D, S, or N).
Outstanding Finance: This will reveal if a vehicle has a finance agreement and provide information alongside details required to contact the finance company.
Imported/Exported: This number plate check indicates whether a car, motorbike, or van has been recorded as imported or exported by DVLA.
Salvage History: A salvage history check will reveal any photos of damage if the vehicle has been sold on auction sites.
VIN or Chassis: This will reveal the last 4 numbers of the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) provided by the DVLA.
Car Valuation: The valuation tool gives you an up to date price based on the car and its mileage. Additionally, it includes the trade in price and private sale price.

What’s included in our car history check

Choose from a free, standard, or full car check. We have highlighted the key differences below to find the right option for you.

Free car check

The UK's largest free vehicle data check site. The free car report includes:

Make, model, year, registration date, colour, fuel type, engine size, vehicle weight, body style, V5C logbook date and registered near.
MOT and road tax information, including prices and CO2 marker.
Free stolen check, exported details, mileage issues, safety ratings, safety recall and fuel economy.
Euro status, BHP, top speed, 0-60 MPH and Insurance group.

Standard check

Essential for narrowing your car search. This includes everything in the free check for just £5.99, plus additional details:

Written-off, salvage history records, advanced mileage check, ex-taxi, stolen records, safety recalls, imported status, previous keepers, scrapped/unscrapped, VIN details, colour changes, plate changes, and full vehicle details.

Our pricing table has more information.

Full Check

This check is crucial to ensure the vehicle passes our rigorous data test and poses no risks.

Includes all data from the standard vehicle check.
Includes an outstanding finance check, logbook loan status, vehicle valuation, and a £10,000 data guarantee.

View our pass sample report to learn more about our vehicle check.

The most detailed vehicle check in the UK

At Full Car Checks, we provide comprehensive vehicle history reports for just £9.99, with detailed insights at a fraction of the cost of other services.

Our comprehensive report includes an outstanding finance check, MIAFTR written-off status, salvage history records, plate changes, and much more. Make informed decisions when buying or selling a car with our affordable and reliable reports.

Pricing and included data were last checked on 01 March 2026 against HPI Check, Car Checker, Reg Check, Check Car Details, Vehicle Check, Car Check, Instant CarCheck, MyCarCheck, Car Analytics, RAC Car Passport and AA Car Check.

Frequently asked questions

What is a car history check?

A car history check offers historical data on any UK vehicle covering over 80 data points, including make, model, year, colour, MOT history, and road tax information.

Is it worth getting a car history check?

A car history check is definitely worth it and absolutely essential as it can protect you from a vehicle with a hidden history. It will reveal crucial information, such as whether a car has an outstanding finance agreement, or if it’s reported as stolen.

Why is a car check important?

Our car check report confirms whether a vehicle has been stolen, written off, has mileage discrepancies, or has outstanding finance, along with other key checks, giving you the confidence you need before buying a car.

How much is a paid report?

Our full check is £9.99 and a standard check is £5.99. Moreover, we provide a data guarantee for our full report, which is the most comprehensive report available.

When are my tax and MOT due?

Enter any number plate into the search field above to reveal the MOT and road tax status. Alternatively, the GOV.UK MOT history or GOV.UK car tax also provides the vehicle's status.

How to check car service history?

A car service history check helps you understand a vehicle’s maintenance history and overall condition. With Full Car Checks, you can quickly access all recorded service events, including dates, mileage, and types of work performed, giving you a complete view of the car’s service records in one clear, easy to read report.

Check if a car has ever been stolen, written off, has outstanding finance, and more.