FREE Car Check UKCheck Moto History & MOT Status
Get an instant FREE car check. Check moto history, view full MOT status, mileage records, and get your comprehensive vehicle report using live DVLA data.
Looking for Stolen, Finance, or Salvage records? Our free check provides the essential DVLA MOT & Tax foundation before you upgrade to a full report.
Free Vehicle Check Tools
Everything you need to check, verify, and research any UK vehicle before you buy.
Free DVLA Check
Instant access to MOT status, tax records, vehicle specs, and ULEZ compliance. 100% free.
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Comprehensive vehicle data sourced directly from official UK databases — 25+ data points, all completely free.
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Free MOT history check — see every test since 2005
Enter any UK registration number to instantly view the complete DVSA MOT history for that vehicle. Our free MOT check shows every recorded test date, test result (pass or fail), recorded mileage at each test, and all advisory and minor defect notes — helping you spot mileage discrepancies, recurring faults, and potential issues before you buy.
Whether you're buying a used car or checking your own vehicle, our MOT history check gives you the full picture — completely free, with no registration or sign-up required.
Check MOT History FreeCheck car tax — see VED status instantly by reg
Wondering if a vehicle is taxed? Our free car tax check pulls live VED (Vehicle Excise Duty) data directly from the DVLA. Enter a registration number to instantly see whether the vehicle is taxed or untaxed, when the tax expires, the CO2-based tax band, and whether the vehicle has been declared SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification).
Driving an untaxed vehicle is illegal and can result in fines, clamping, or seizure. Check before you buy — and check your own vehicle to stay road-legal.
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From free DVLA lookups to full HPI-grade history checks — all the tools you need to research any UK vehicle.
Free DVLA Check
Instant vehicle identity, tax status, and registration data direct from DVLA.
Check nowMOT History Check
Full DVSA MOT test records — every test, advisory, and mileage reading since 2005.
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Check VED tax status and expiry instantly. See if a vehicle is taxed or SORN.
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Complete free vehicle report — MOT, tax, specs, and identity in one instant lookup.
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Check for outstanding finance, loans, and agreements against the vehicle.
Coming soonWrite-off Check
Insurance write-off status — Category A, B, S, and N damage records.
Coming soonStolen Check
Check the Police National Computer (PNC) for stolen vehicle markers.
Coming soonNumber Plate Check
Verify a number plate is legitimate and matches the registered vehicle.
Check nowULEZ Check
Check ULEZ compliance based on year of manufacture and Euro emissions standard from DVLA data.
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Estimate fuel, tax, and insurance costs for any UK vehicle.
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Full technical specifications — engine size, transmission, dimensions, and more.
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Instant market valuation based on make, model, age, and mileage.
Coming soonWhy check a vehicle before you buy?
A quick vehicle check can help you avoid wasted time and unexpected problems.
Knowing whether a car is taxed or has a valid MOT gives you an early signal about its condition and how it’s been used. It also helps you decide whether a vehicle is worth viewing or negotiating on.
Expired MOT?
Illegal to drive on public roads and potentially unsafe.
Untaxed?
Could be seized by DVLA if parked on a public road.
Valid & Clean
Peace of mind and confidence before you commit to a purchase.
How it works
Simple, fast, and 100% online. Get your report in three easy steps.
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Type in the UK vehicle registration number you want to check.
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We pull live data directly from official UK government sources. No middlemen, no delays, no hidden fees.
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Start with a completely free check covering 25+ DVLA data points. Upgrade to a full history report when you need deeper protection.
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- Vehicle identity (make, model, colour, year)
- Full MOT history with mileage records
- Tax status, band, and expiry
- 25+ data points from DVLA & DVSA
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HPI-grade protection
- Outstanding finance check
- Stolen vehicle check (PNC)
- Insurance write-off status
- Full HPI-grade history report
Frequently asked questions
Is this vehicle check really free?
Yes. MotoFiles provides a 100% free basic vehicle report. We fetch official data directly from the DVLA and DVSA databases so you can check any UK registered vehicle without any hidden fees.
Where does the UK car check data come from?
All information is retrieved in real-time from official UK government sources, including the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
Does this check show if a car is stolen or written off?
Our free report focuses on MOT history, tax status, and technical specifications. Premium reports covering HPI checks, written-off (Category S/N) status, outstanding finance, and theft records are coming soon.
How accurate is the DVLA vehicle data?
The data is as accurate as the official government records. MotoFiles provides live lookups, ensuring you see the most current information held on the official vehicle registers.
How do I check car tax by reg?
Simply enter the vehicle registration number in the search box above. Our free check instantly retrieves the tax status, tax expiry date, tax band, and SORN status directly from the DVLA. You will see whether the vehicle is currently taxed, when the tax expires, and the CO2-based tax band.
What does a DVLA car check show?
A DVLA car check from MotoFiles shows MOT status and full test history, tax status and expiry, vehicle make and model, year of manufacture, fuel type, engine size, transmission, colour, body type, CO2 emissions, tax band, SORN status, V5C registration date, export status, and mileage records from MOT tests — over 25 data points in total.
What is the difference between a free car check and an HPI check?
A free car check from MotoFiles covers essential DVLA and DVSA data — MOT history, tax status, vehicle specs, and identity. An HPI check (coming soon as a premium upgrade) goes further, covering outstanding finance, insurance write-off status, stolen vehicle markers from the Police National Computer, scrap and salvage records, and number plate change history.
Can I check if a car is stolen for free?
Our free check does not currently include stolen vehicle status from the Police National Computer (PNC). This is part of our upcoming premium report, which will include stolen checks, write-off status, outstanding finance, and full HPI-grade checks. For now, our free check gives you the essential MOT, tax, and identity foundation to start your vehicle research.
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