Use a CarExamer car history report to check finance, write-off markers,
theft risk, registration data and other important vehicle records before you buy a used car.
A proper vehicle history check helps you understand whether the car matches the seller's
description and whether hidden records could affect value, safety or your next decision.
Choose only the history checks you need, enter your details and generate a report that helps
you compare the seller's advert with independent data before making a decision. It gives
private buyers, dealers and current owners a practical way to check used car history before
arranging payment, collection or an independent vehicle inspection.
What a car history check can include
Outstanding finance and ownership risk checks.- Write-off, stolen and registration data checks.
- Mileage, valuation and vehicle identity information.
- Optional add-ons so you only pay for the data you need.
Why check before buying?
A car history check gives you a clearer view of risks that may not be visible during
a viewing or test drive.
Use it before booking an inspection, negotiating the price or deciding whether to walk away.
If the report shows a concern, you can ask the seller for evidence, renegotiate with
confidence or avoid a vehicle that may cost more than expected later.
When to run a vehicle history report
Run a car history report as soon as you have the registration number and before you invest
time in travel, payment or inspection booking. It is one of the fastest ways to check the
background of a used car and compare official records with the advert.
For the strongest buying process, start with free DVLA and MOT checks, then use a full car
history check for deeper risk records, and finish with an independent inspection before
committing to the vehicle.
