Buying a used car, motorbike, or van in the UK? Always check the MOT, road tax, and full history first! VehicleSmart® Car Check, the UK's most popular car check app trusted by over 3 million drivers, helps you do just that. With over 91 million vehicle checks completed in 2023, it's a reliable choice.
A free check reveals a vehicle's MOT and mileage history, including when MOT and road tax expire. But for complete peace of mind, always get a full VehicleSmart® check before purchasing.
How it Works:
Simply enter a UK vehicle registration number, and VehicleSmart® instantly provides free DVLA MOT and tax data for all UK cars, motorbikes, vans, and HGVs. In seconds, you'll see:
- MOT status and history
- Mileage analysis
- Road tax status
- Last registered date
- Make & Model
- Colour
- Vehicle age
- Export marker
- Fuel type
- Engine size
- CO2 output and rating
- ULEZ & CAZ compliance
Beyond the Basics:
Found a used car on AutoTrader? A VehicleSmart® check (also known as an HPI check) reveals over 80 data points, including:
- Stolen vehicle status (police & insurance databases)
- Written-off status
- Salvage history (with damage photos)
- Outstanding finance (HP/Logbook loans)
- Import/export history
- VIC inspections
- Plate changes
- Colour changes
- Previous owners
- Model specifications
- £30,000 data guarantee
More Than Just a Check:
- MOT & Tax Reminders: Add your vehicles and receive reminders for MOT, tax, insurance, breakdown cover, servicing, and more!
- Comprehensive Features: Free DVLA MOT + tax status, free DVSA MOT history (excluding Northern Ireland), provenance checks, police PNC stolen status, ANPR technology, car insurance quotes (powered by Confused.com), breakdown quotes (AA and RAC), road tax details, mileage analysis, and more.
- Manage Your Vehicles: Store and manage multiple vehicles, add photos and nicknames, and keep notes on tyres, fluids, bulbs, etc.
- PCP/Lease Mileage Tracker: Track and predict expenses.
- Car Enthusiast Features: Detailed vehicle data including engine & gearbox specs, speed & performance, fuel economy, tyre pressure, BHP, chassis, and dimensions.
VehicleSmart® is a cost-effective alternative to HPI and the perfect companion for anyone using AutoTrader, Motorway, Carwow, or CarGuru. VehicleSmart® Car Check – Your Garage in Your Pocket.
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Trademarks: The VehicleSmart logo and the terms 'VehicleSmart' and 'Your Garage In Your Pocket' are registered trademarks in the UK.
What's New (Version 3.24.6 - August 14, 2024):
- Added a link to Motorway for vehicle valuations & selling.
- Updates to the Products & Services page.
- Added additional month combos to the Lease/PCP mileage tracker.
- Update to Products & Services page.
- Fixed a bug with the mileage graph.
