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Number Plate Check - Free Vehicle Lookup by Registration

Look up any UK vehicle by number plate. Get instant access to official vehicle details, MOT history, tax status, and mileage records — completely free, no account needed.

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What a Number Plate Check Reveals

Everything you need to know about any UK vehicle, drawn from official government records — available in seconds for free.

Vehicle Details

Make, model, body style, colour, engine capacity, and fuel type as officially registered with the DVLA. Confirm these match what the seller is claiming.

Full MOT History

Every MOT test from 2005 — pass/fail results, test dates, and all items flagged by the examiner. The most complete picture of any vehicle's condition.

Mileage History

Odometer readings captured at every MOT test. Cross-referenced automatically to detect suspicious drops or jumps that indicate potential mileage fraud.

Tax and MOT Status

Current tax status, MOT expiry date, and SORN status — all confirmed against live DVLA and DVSA records. Know before you drive.

Advisory Notices

Every advisory from every previous MOT test, including items that have never been addressed. These represent known risks and potential future costs.

Registration Date

The exact date of first registration in the UK. Confirms the vehicle's true age and determines its VED band, MOT schedule, and emissions category.

How to Run a Number Plate Check

Simple, fast, and completely free.

1. Enter the Number Plate

Type the UK registration number into the search box. Any standard format is accepted — spaces are optional. Works for cars, vans, and motorcycles.

2. Instant Results

Our system queries DVLA and DVSA databases simultaneously and returns the combined results in seconds. No waiting, no loading delays.

3. Review the Report

Read through the vehicle details, MOT history, mileage record, and advisory notices. Use this information to make an informed buying or selling decision.

Number Plate Check — FAQ

Common questions about checking UK vehicles by registration number.

What is a number plate check?
A number plate check (also called a registration plate check or vehicle enquiry) is a search of DVLA and DVSA databases using a UK vehicle registration number. It returns official information about the vehicle including its make, model, age, tax status, MOT status, mileage history, and test records. It is one of the most common checks performed before buying a used car.
What can I find out from a number plate check?
A free number plate check reveals: the vehicle's make, model, colour, engine size, and fuel type; current tax status and expiry date; current MOT status and expiry date; full MOT test history from 2005 (pass/fail results, advisories, failure items); mileage readings at every MOT test; and CO2 emissions data. This information comes directly from DVLA and DVSA government records.
Is a number plate check the same as an HPI check?
No. A number plate check using official DVLA and DVSA data covers registration details, tax status, MOT history, and mileage. An HPI check additionally searches insurance industry databases for finance outstanding, write-off markers (Category S or N), stolen vehicle status, and number plate change history. Our free number plate check covers the official government data — many buyers use this first before deciding whether to pay for a full HPI check.
Can I check any UK registration number?
Yes. Our number plate check works for any vehicle registered in Great Britain — cars, vans, motorcycles, motorhomes, and light goods vehicles. Enter the registration in any format; spaces are not required. Results are available instantly for any valid UK registration number in our database.
How accurate is a number plate check?
Our number plate check pulls data directly from official DVLA and DVSA databases, so the information is as accurate as the government records. MOT history is particularly comprehensive, with records going back to 2005. The one limitation is that the DVLA record depends on the previous owner having updated it correctly — which is why cross-referencing the registration with the V5C logbook document when viewing a car in person is always recommended.

Run Your Free Number Plate Check Now

Any UK registration number. Official data. Completely free. No account required.

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Vehicle data sourced from the DVLA and DVSA. Last updated: April 2026.