Basic Car Check
Get comprehensive vehicle information using official DVLA and DVSA data
What You Get with Basic Car Check
Complete MOT History
Full MOT test history with pass/fail results, advisory notes, expiry dates, and odometer readings from the official DVSA database.
- • Test results and expiry dates
- • Advisory and failure items
- • Mileage at each test
- • Test station information
Tax & SORN Status
Current road tax status, SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) information, and tax expiry dates from DVLA records.
- • Current tax status
- • Tax expiry date
- • SORN status and dates
- • Tax class information
Vehicle Specifications
Detailed vehicle specifications including engine size, fuel type, transmission, body style, and manufacturing details.
- • Engine size and fuel type
- • Transmission type
- • Body style and doors
- • Manufacturing details
Environmental Impact
CO2 emissions data, fuel efficiency information, and environmental ratings to help assess running costs and eco-friendliness.
- • CO2 emissions (g/km)
- • Fuel consumption data
- • Environmental ratings
- • Euro status information
ULEZ & Zone Compliance
Ultra Low Emission Zone compliance information, clean air zone eligibility, and low emission zone requirements for major UK cities.
- • ULEZ compliance status
- • Clean air zone eligibility
- • Emission standards
- • Zone restriction info
Vehicle Details
Complete vehicle information including colour, date of first registration, wheelplan, and other key vehicle attributes.
- • Vehicle colour
- • First registration date
- • Wheelplan information
- • Vehicle attributes
See What You Get
Preview a sample basic report to understand the comprehensive information provided.
Sample Vehicle: Honda Jazz 1.3 I-VTEC EX
Registration: AB12 CDE
📋 Vehicle Information
Make/Model: Honda Jazz 1.3 I-VTEC EX
Year: 2018
Engine: 1339cc Petrol
Transmission: Manual
Colour: Blue
First Registered: March 2018
💰 Tax & SORN Status
Tax Status: Taxed
Tax Due: 01 January 2027
SORN: No
🔧 Latest MOT Test
Result: PASSED
Test Date: 15 Jan 2025
Expiry Date: 14 Jan 2026
Mileage: 45,230 miles
Advisory Items: 2
🌱 Environmental Data
CO2 Emissions: 116 g/km
Euro Status: Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant: Yes
* Sample data for illustration. Actual reports contain comprehensive information from official DVLA and DVSA sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
What information does a basic car check include?
A basic car check includes MOT history, tax status, vehicle specifications, ownership details, and official DVLA data. All information is sourced directly from government databases.
How long does a basic check take?
Basic checks are instant - simply enter the registration number and get comprehensive results immediately. No waiting or processing time required.
Is there a limit on how many checks I can do?
No limits! You can perform as many basic vehicle checks as you need, completely free of charge.
What if the vehicle has no MOT history?
We'll still provide available information from DVLA records, including tax status and specifications. Some newer vehicles may have limited MOT data.
Can I save or share the results?
While we don't store your data, you can easily screenshot or share the results page URL for reference.