Free UK Car Registration Check

Get instant vehicle details for any UK registration. Check MOT status, tax information, make, model, year, and more - completely free with no sign-up required.

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Vehicle Registration Lookup

Enter any UK vehicle registration to get instant details

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Need More Detailed Information?

Our free check provides basic vehicle information. For comprehensive history reports, MOT history, and additional details, consider using the official DVLA services.

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How the UK Car Registration Check Works

1

Enter Registration

Type in any UK vehicle registration number (e.g., AB12 CDE)

2

Check DVLA Database

We instantly query official DVLA records for accurate data

3

Get Instant Results

View comprehensive vehicle details within seconds

What Can You Check?

✅ Available Information

  • • Vehicle make and model
  • • Year of manufacture
  • • Engine size and power
  • • Fuel type (Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Hybrid)
  • • Body type (Hatchback, Saloon, SUV, etc.)
  • • Transmission type
  • • CO2 emissions
  • • MOT status and expiry date
  • • Road tax status and band
  • • Vehicle category and class

🔍 Perfect For

  • • Buying a used car
  • • Checking your own vehicle details
  • • Verifying seller information
  • • Insurance applications
  • • MOT and tax renewals
  • • Vehicle history research
  • • Import/export documentation
  • • Fleet management
  • • Automotive research
  • • Legal verification

Importing a Vehicle to the UK?

If you're importing a vehicle, you'll need to complete a DVLA V55/5 form for registration. Our professional service makes it quick and error-free.

Complete V55/5 Form →Real-time validation • Error prevention • Professional PDF

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this car registration check really free?

Yes, our UK car registration check is completely free with no hidden charges. You don't need to sign up, register, or provide any personal information to use the tool.

How accurate is the vehicle data?

Our data comes directly from official DVLA sources, making it highly accurate and up-to-date. The information includes the latest MOT and tax status data.

Can I check any UK vehicle registration?

You can check most UK vehicle registrations including cars, motorcycles, vans, and trucks. Very old vehicles or those with restricted records may have limited information available.

What if the registration doesn't exist?

If a registration number doesn't exist in the DVLA database, you'll see a "not found" message. This could mean the registration is invalid, very new, or hasn't been issued yet.

Do you store the registration numbers I search?

We don't store or log the registration numbers you search for privacy reasons. Each search is independent and your data is not retained on our servers.

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