DVLA vehicle check

Use our FREE DVLA check to retrieve 20+ UK vehicle insights. Enter reg number below.

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What does an online DVLA vehicle check report contain?

Our free online DVLA vehicle check report contains more than 20 points of data including your vehicle’s:

  • Make and model.

  • Fuel type.

Buying or selling your car? Use the helpful tool above to review the vehicle’s history and ensure it is ready for the roads.

To learn more about the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), their areas of responsibility and the data they collect, read our guide 'The DVLA and selling cars’.

How do I check the number of owners for my car?

The simplest way to find out how many previous owners your car has is by entering its registration number into our free car check tool.

Alternatively, you may be able to find out this information from the seller. However, it is worth double-checking with a relevant online car check tool to ensure they are being completely honest.

Is our DVLA vehicle check tool free?

Yes, our DVLA vehicle check tool is completely free to use – and there is no limit to how many vehicles you can check.

How do I check a car’s history?

You can check your car’s history at any time with our free car check tool.

This tool will provide you with detailed insights about your vehicle’s MOT history, the number of previous owners, its tax status and more. Simply enter your reg number into our tool to receive your free report.

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