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FREE UK MOT HISTORY CHECKS

Know the car.
Before you buy it.

Understand a vehicle's MOT history, mileage and potential issues with a report that's actually easy to read.

Independent vehicle information. Check available MOT records by UK registration. We explain the history, but cannot certify a vehicle’s condition. If live checks are unavailable, try a clearly labelled fictional sample.
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Vehicle overviewSAMPLE REPORT

Ford Fiesta

2017 · Petrol · Hatchback

DEMO 01
Last MOTPassed
Mileage52,640 mi
Advisories1 to review

Details that matter

Clear, buyer-friendly summaries
WHAT YOU'LL FIND

Everything important. Nothing confusing.

Recorded MOT tests, mileage and issues to discuss with the seller, in plain English.

MOT history

See past test results, failures and advisories together in one easy-to-read timeline.

Mileage trends

Understand how the mileage has changed over time and spot figures worth asking about.

Clear warnings

Get straightforward explanations of recurring faults and what you may want to inspect.

THE PROCESS

Three steps to a clearer picture.

Our free checks turn available MOT records into a more readable buying checklist.

01

Enter a registration

Type in the UK number plate for the car you're considering. If the service is available, we request recorded MOT history from DVSA.

02

Review its history

See MOT results and mileage laid out clearly, with simple descriptions of recorded issues.

03

Know what to ask

Use the warnings and checklist to ask better questions and decide what to inspect next.

LEARN BEFORE YOU BUY

Practical guides for UK used-car buyers

A report is more useful when you know what its warnings mean. These short guides explain the basics.

01

How to read an MOT history

Understand passes, failures, advisories and what a later pass does and doesn't prove.

Read guide →02

Spot mileage warning signs

Learn how to interpret recorded odometer readings and investigate unexpected changes.

Read guide →03

Used-car viewing checklist

Questions to ask, documents to check and reasons to book an independent inspection.

Read guide →

See what a report looks like.

Explore our fictional sample vehicle and see how CarMOTX presents information.

A few useful answers

Can I check a real registration right now?

Yes, when our live DVSA connection is available. Enter a UK registration to check available MOT records. Sample reports are fictional and always labelled.

Will CarMOTX tell me whether a car is safe to buy?

No online history check can guarantee a vehicle's condition or safety. Recorded MOT issues may be useful warning signs, but a physical inspection and professional assessment can still be important.

Does MOT history show accidents, theft or outstanding finance?

No. These checks typically require additional licensed data sources. Our free report focuses on MOT history, recorded mileages and understandable explanations.

CarMOTX / Sample vehicle report

Ford Fiesta

Illustrative data only · Not a real vehicle lookup

DEMO 01
Year2017
Fuel typePetrol
Vehicle typeHatchback
Latest sample mileage52,640 mi
MOT SCREENING · SAMPLEWorth a closer look

The sample MOT history shows a tyre advisory and an earlier tyre-related failure. Ask what was replaced and check the current condition.

1 failed test1 latest advisoryNo sample mileage decrease
BEFORE YOU BUY · SAMPLE

3 things to check in person

Use the MOT notes to guide your conversation, not to make a final buying decision.

01Inspect the front tyre

Check its condition and confirm whether the advisory has been addressed.

02Ask for repair evidence

Request receipts for the earlier failed tyre test and any follow-up work.

03Arrange a mechanic's inspection

MOT records cannot confirm a car's current condition or accident history.

At a glance

A quick overview of the sample vehicle history.

2 points to review
Latest MOTPassed
Mileage trendConsistent
Past failures1 recorded

Mileage history

Example odometer readings recorded at MOT tests.

Steady increase
60k45k30k15k2022202320242025202652,640 mi
Reading pattern: RisingAverage from records: ~7,100 mi/year

Sample only. The annual figure is estimated from fictional readings. A rising trend does not prove the mileage is accurate.

MOT history

A year-by-year look at fictional tests and findings.

5 years shown
Sep 2026
✓ Passed52,640 miles

Advisory: Nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit.

Sep 2025
✓ Passed46,212 miles

No advisories recorded in this sample.

Sep 2024
✓ Passed after repair39,020 miles

Passed after the failed tyre was replaced.

Sep 2024
✕ Failed39,018 miles

Dangerous tyre condition detected at the initial test.

Sep 2023
✓ Passed30,444 miles

No advisories recorded in this sample.

Sep 2022
✓ Passed24,190 miles

No advisories recorded in this sample.

Things worth checking

Plain-English guidance based on sample MOT entries.

Front tyre condition

The latest sample MOT notes wear on a front tyre. Check the tyre's current condition, tread depth and replacement history.

Previous failed test

A failed tyre test is recorded in 2024, followed by a pass. Ask for receipts or evidence of the repair.

Mileage looks steady

Recorded readings rise over time in this example. This alone cannot rule out an inaccurate odometer.

Potential repair cost areas

Not repair quotes. Categories inferred from the sample MOT entries.

Tyres

Costs vary

The sample mentions a failed tyre test in 2024 and a tyre advisory in 2026. Check tyre condition and receipts for replacement.

Sample entries · 2024 and 2026

MOT records do not show current repair costs, workshop diagnoses or whether past issues remain unresolved. An independent inspection gives a better answer.

Your purchase budget

Use your own asking price and written repair quotes. We do not estimate repair prices from MOT records.

Your figures
Estimated initial spendAdd an asking price

Your own figures only · Not a quote, valuation or safety assessment. Insurance, tax and ongoing costs are not included unless you add them to other costs.

Questions for the seller

A simple checklist to use before buying.

Important to know

An MOT test is not a full assessment of mechanical condition. Accident damage, theft, outstanding finance and ownership checks are not included in this sample. Never rely on an online report alone when buying a used vehicle.

Preview version. This report uses fictional data and does not verify any real vehicle. The production service will need authorised data-source integrations, clear provenance and appropriate disclaimers before live checks can be offered.

CarMOTX / Official MOT history

Vehicle

Data from DVSA MOT History API

Important: The data shown is from MOT records only. Our notices are automated explanations, not a mechanical inspection or a guarantee that the car is safe or accident-free. No stolen vehicle, finance or write-off checks are included.
MOT SCREENING · NOT A SAFETY RATINGScreening unavailable

MOT PATTERN ANALYSIS

The history behind the headline

Look beyond a pass or fail. These are recorded patterns, not a diagnosis.

DVSA MOT records
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Recurring issue categories

Similar areas noted on separate test dates

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Failed MOT follow-ups

Whether a later pass appears in the records

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Newest MOT advisories

Items to ask the seller about today

A recurring category does not prove the exact same component failed twice. A later MOT pass does not prove a particular repair was carried out or that the vehicle is currently safe.

YOUR BUYER CHECKLIST · MOT RECORDS ONLY

What to check before you buy

Questions tailored to the recorded MOT history. Not a safety certificate, value estimate or buying verdict.

At a glance

A quick summary based on recorded MOT data.

Mileage history

Recorded MOT readings, not verified mileage.

MOT test history

Full timeline of the available MOT tests.

Things worth checking

Automated highlights from MOT data.

Potential repair cost areas

MOT mentions, not repair estimates.

Qualitative guidance only. Even an expensive-sounding MOT defect may have been fixed. This report cannot price repairs, confirm completed work or diagnose the vehicle.

Your purchase budget

Use your own asking price and written repair quotes. We do not estimate repair prices from MOT records.

Your figures
Estimated initial spendAdd an asking price

Your own figures only · Not a quote, valuation or safety assessment. Insurance, tax and ongoing costs are not included unless you add them to other costs.

Questions for the seller

Checklist before you buy.

INTERACTIVE DEMO

Two cars. One clearer picture.

Compare MOT history signals and work out your own purchase budget side by side. Both vehicles below are fictional examples, not verified cars.

This comparison cannot tell you which car to buy. MOT history does not include accident, finance or theft checks, and it cannot confirm present condition.
EXAMPLE A · FICTIONAL

Ford Fiesta

2017 · Petrol · DEMO 01

Review notes

Fictional example: compare recorded MOT patterns, not performance specifications.

Latest sample MOTPassed
Latest recorded miles52,640
Recorded failures1
Mileage decreaseNo recorded drop

What to ask

  • Was the latest tyre advisory addressed?
  • Can the seller show repair invoices for the earlier tyre failure?
  • Arrange an independent inspection.

Estimate your upfront spend

Your estimated totalAdd an asking price
EXAMPLE B · FICTIONAL

Vauxhall Astra

2014 · Petrol · DEMO 02

Priority checks

Fictional example: compare recorded MOT patterns, not performance specifications.

Latest sample MOTFailed
Latest recorded miles65,020
Recorded failures1
Mileage decrease9,800 miles

What to ask

  • Is there evidence of a later MOT pass and repairs?
  • Why did the recorded mileage fall?
  • Have the corrosion, brakes and suspension been checked?

Estimate your upfront spend

Your estimated totalAdd an asking price
YOUR NUMBERS, NOT OUR GUESS

Upfront cost comparison

Enter an asking price for each car to compare the totals.

All MOT and vehicle details in this demonstration are invented. The repair amounts are entered by you, not generated by CarMOTX. A lower estimated upfront cost does not mean a better or safer car. Costs are not saved or sent anywhere in offline mode.