MOT History Check by Registration
Check the full MOT history of any UK vehicle by registration number before you buy — drawing on every DVSA MOT record since 2005 and over 40M annual UK tests. See mileage, pass/fail results, advisories, and dangerous defects in seconds.
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How It Works
Get a full vehicle report in seconds — three simple steps.
Enter Registration
Type the UK registration number exactly as it appears on the number plate.
View Full Report
Get the full MOT history instantly — pass/fail results, mileage, advisories, and failure reasons.
Make Your Decision
Use the data to negotiate a better price, plan repairs, or walk away from a bad deal.
What Your Report Includes
Everything you need to assess a vehicle's condition and history before buying or booking your next MOT.
Full MOT History
Every MOT test from 2005 onwards — pass/fail results, dates, test numbers, and full expiry information.
Mileage Timeline
Odometer readings recorded at each MOT test with a visual chart. Spot mileage clocking and inconsistencies instantly.
Advisories & Failures
Every advisory notice, minor defect, major failure, and dangerous item — categorised and colour-coded by severity.
Mileage Anomaly Detection
Our system automatically flags suspicious odometer drops between tests that may indicate mileage fraud.
MOT Pass Rate
See the vehicle's historical pass rate at a glance — a high failure rate signals ongoing maintenance problems.
Component Tracking
Defects classified by component (tyres, brakes, suspension, lighting) so you can spot recurring issues across tests.
Sample Report Preview
Here's what a typical MOT history report looks like.
Ford Focus
2015 - Silver - 1.6L Petrol
MOT Status
Valid
Expires: 15 Mar 2027
Pass Rate
87%
7 of 8 tests passed
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Full MOT history check for any UK vehicle — powered by official DVSA and DVLA data.
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2005+
Full MOT history since digital records began
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MOT checks and our service.
How do I check a vehicle's MOT history?
What information does an MOT history check show?
Can I check MOT history with just the registration number?
Why should I check MOT history before buying a used car?
What is the difference between an MOT advisory and a failure?
How far back does MOT history go?
Is this the same data as the GOV.UK MOT check?
When is my MOT due?
About MOT Checkup
MOT Checkup is a vehicle intelligence platform that helps UK drivers and used car buyers make informed decisions. We provide instant access to MOT history, mileage verification, tax status, and AI-powered reliability scoring for any UK-registered vehicle.
Based on data from over 40 million annual UK MOT tests, our analysis covers pass rates, failure trends, mileage anomalies, and component-level defect tracking. Data sourced from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).
Our AI-powered reliability scoring combines official test data with model-level statistics to give each vehicle a condition assessment that goes beyond what the standard MOT record offers.
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MOT, mileage, tax and spec by reg — the free starting point.
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Every test, advisory and failure on the DVSA record — free.
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What Is a Cat N Car?
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