Step 01
Enter your registration
Every UK car has a unique registration on its number plate or V5C logbook. Takes seconds to type in.
Number Plate Check - Full Vehicle History
Lookup any UK number plate instantly. Check for outstanding finance, stolen records, MOT history, mileage discrepancies, and insurance write-offs in one comprehensive report.
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- 01Outstanding finance
- 02Mileage rollbacks
- 03Theft, salvage & auction
- 04Write-off & Category
Why Use Carhealth?
Comprehensive vehicle lookup with data from official UK sources
Instant Plate Lookup
Enter any UK number plate and get instant results
Full Vehicle History
Finance, theft, MOT, mileage, and damage records
Official UK Data
DVLA, MIAFTR, and insurance database access
Just £14.99
Use code TREAT - best price for complete check
How We Compare
How Carhealth compares to traditional vehicle check services.
Best value
Carhealth Report
£14.99
Standard checks
- Vehicle Tax Check
- MOT History (Full)
- Stolen Vehicle Check
- Insurance Write-off Check
- Mileage Verification
- Scrapped/Imported Status
- Outstanding Finance Check
Only with Carhealth
- AI Analysis
- Buyers Guide
- Maintenance Required
- Common Problems
For comparison
HPI Check
£19.99
Single-check price, hpicheck.com — July 2026
Standard checks
- Vehicle Tax Check
- MOT History (Full)
- Stolen Vehicle Check
- Insurance Write-off Check
- Mileage Verification
- Scrapped/Imported Status
- Outstanding Finance Check
Not included
- AI Analysis
- Buyers Guide
- Maintenance Required
- Common Problems
How it works
From registration plate to full report — in under a minute.
Step 02
We search multiple sources
We pull from DVLA, DVSA, police databases, insurance records, auction houses, and more — all at once.
Step 03
Your report is ready
A comprehensive history report is generated within minutes, covering finance, theft, mileage, accidents, and more.
Step 04
Buy with confidence
Use your report to negotiate a better price, avoid hidden problems, and make a safe, informed purchase.
View sample report →Everything inside a Carhealth report.
Our checks go far beyond the basics — the full picture, before you hand over any money.
Report Summary
At-a-glance overview: tax, MOT, police record, insurance, finance, import/export status and more.
AI Analysis
Our AI analyses hundreds of data points to surface insights and flag potential issues you should know about.
Salvage Information
See auction photos and full salvage history — including Cat S, Cat N, Cat B write-off classifications.
Market Value
Compare the asking price against recent sales data so you know if you're getting a fair deal.
Vehicle History
Full MOT history with passes, failures, and advisory notes — a window into the car's maintenance record.
Mileage History
Cross-reference mileage readings across multiple sources to detect clocking and potential fraud.
Specification
Technical specs and original factory equipment: engine, transmission, safety systems, navigation and more.
Safety
Euro NCAP safety ratings and important safety feature checks to ensure the car meets your standards.
Maintenance
Recommended service intervals and maintenance guidance so you can plan for future running costs.
Buyers Guide
Model-specific buying advice from experts to help you make the right decision for this vehicle.
Common Car Faults
Known issues and recurring problems for this make and model — avoid expensive surprises down the road.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about number plate check on Carhealth
Simply enter the vehicle's number plate (registration) into our search form above. Within seconds, we'll search official UK databases and provide you with a comprehensive vehicle history report including finance, theft, MOT, and mileage records.
Our number plate check reveals the vehicle's MOT history, outstanding finance, stolen status, insurance write-offs, plate changes, mileage anomalies, tax status, previous keepers, vehicle specifications, and an AI-powered risk assessment. You get over 150 data points.
Basic number plate information (make, model, age) is available free from DVLA. However, our comprehensive £14.99 check includes premium data from multiple sources: finance records, theft databases, full MOT history with advisories, insurance write-off checks, and AI analysis - significantly cheaper than competitors.
Our number plate lookup uses official UK databases including DVLA, MIAFTR (Motor Insurance Anti-Fraud and Theft Register), and MOT records. The data is directly sourced from government and industry databases, ensuring maximum accuracy and reliability.
Yes! Our service works with all UK number plates including standard registrations, private plates, personalized plates, cherished plates, and prefix/suffix registrations. We'll provide the complete vehicle history regardless of plate type.
Your number plate check is instant. After entering the plate and completing payment, you'll receive your comprehensive vehicle report within 60 seconds via email and on-screen.