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MOT History Check
See the complete MOT test history of any UK vehicle — every pass, every failure, every advisory, and mileage at each test. Free from official DVSA records.
What you'll see instantly
Everything in one free check
01
Full Test Record
Every test since 2005 — dates, results, failure reasons, and advisory notices in full detail.
02
Mileage Timeline
See recorded mileage at every test — instantly spot inconsistencies that could indicate clocking.
03
Advisory Analysis
All advisory notices from every test — understand what to watch and what's already been flagged.
About this check
Why MOT history is essential before buying a used car
The MOT history of a vehicle is one of the most reliable, tamper-proof records available to a car buyer. Unlike a service history — which depends on stamp-collecting from garages — MOT records are held directly by the DVSA and cannot be altered or removed by sellers.
A thorough MOT history check reveals far more than just pass or fail. Failure reasons tell you what parts of the car have been found deficient. Advisory notices show items that were borderline — often things the previous owner chose not to fix. Mileage records at every test allow you to build an accurate picture of how the car has been driven over its lifetime and whether the current odometer reading is plausible.
Advisories deserve particular attention. They are issues identified during testing that weren't severe enough to cause a failure, but which indicate wear or deterioration. A car with the same advisory appearing across multiple years — such as "brake pad wear" or "tyre condition" — suggests a pattern of deferred maintenance that you will likely have to address yourself after purchase.
Our check displays the complete DVSA record for any UK-registered vehicle, going back to 2005, completely free of charge. Enter the registration number above to see the full history instantly.
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