Free MOT check

MOT check & MOT history

Check your car's MOT history, then see what specialist buyers would pay for it today.

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Free · No obligation · Takes about 60 seconds

In short

You can check any UK car's MOT history for free using its registration. You'll see test dates, pass/fail results, recorded mileage and advisories. A clean history with consistent mileage is one of the strongest ways to support a higher sale price.

What an MOT history check shows

  • Every MOT test date and result
  • Recorded mileage at each test, which is useful for spotting clocking
  • Advisories and failure reasons
  • When the current MOT expires

How MOT history affects your valuation

Buyers of premium cars read MOT history closely. Consistent mileage and few advisories build confidence and support stronger offers.

If your car has recurring advisories, fixing them before you sell is often worth more than it costs. Our specialist buyers factor history into every offer.

Official MOT data

MOT records come from the DVSA. You can also check them on the GOV.UK 'Check MOT history' service.

Frequently asked questions

How do I check a car's MOT history?

Enter the registration on the official GOV.UK MOT history service to see every test result, mileage reading, advisory and failure since 2005 in England, Scotland and Wales.

Does MOT history affect what my car is worth?

Yes. A clean MOT history with consistent mileage and few advisories reassures buyers and supports a higher offer. Repeated advisories, such as for tyres, brakes or corrosion, can lower offers.

When does a car need its first MOT?

In Great Britain, a car needs its first MOT three years after first registration, then every year.

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