Check Service History by Number Plate
The easier way - just enter your UK registration mark
✨ No need to find your VIN - we'll look it up automatically from your number plate
Have your VIN? Use it directly →Add value to your car & find your Service History
Why Check by Number Plate?
✅ Easier for UK Customers
Your number plate is visible on your car - no need to dig through your V5C logbook or search for your VIN.
⚡ Automatic VIN Lookup
We automatically find your VIN from DVLA records and retrieve your complete service history from manufacturer databases.
📊 Same Official Records
Access the exact same manufacturer dealership service records - just a simpler input method for UK vehicles.
💰 Same Price
£9.99 whether you enter your number plate or VIN - both methods give you complete service history instantly.
How Registration Checks Work
Enter Your UK Number Plate
Format: Any UK registration format (e.g., AB21 ABC, A123 BCD)
Where to find it: Front and rear number plates on your vehicle
Takes: 5 seconds to type
We Look Up Your VIN Automatically
Our system accesses DVLA vehicle records to find your VIN
Retrieves vehicle details (make, model, year)
Completely automatic - happens in the background
Receive Complete Service History
Instant access to manufacturer dealership records from 2012 onwards
Service dates, mileages, work performed, dealership locations
Delivered to your email with lifetime access
What You'll Discover
✅ What's Included:
- ✓ Every franchise dealer service from 2012+
- ✓ Service dates and exact mileages
- ✓ Service types (annual, interim, major)
- ✓ Work performed and parts replaced
- ✓ Dealership names and locations
- ✓ Complete maintenance timeline
- ✓ MOT history for UK vehicles
❌ What's NOT Included:
- ✗ Independent garage servicing
- ✗ Finance status (use HPI/Experian)
- ✗ Accident history (insurance claims)
- ✗ Stolen status (police database)
- ✗ Pre-2012 services (limited coverage)
Number Plate vs VIN - Which Should You Use?
| Feature | Number Plate | VIN |
|---|---|---|
| Easy to find | ✓ On your number plates | On V5C or vehicle |
| Entry speed | ✓ 7 characters | 17 characters |
| Service records | Same records | Same records |
| Price | £9.99 | £9.99 |
| Best for | UK cars (current registration) | Any vehicle, including imports |
Most UK customers prefer number plates
95% of UK car owners find it easier to enter their registration mark than locate their VIN. Both methods access identical manufacturer service records.
Who Uses Registration Checks?
🚗 Private Car Buyers
Quick checks during viewings - just note the registration and check service history before making an offer.
💰 Private Sellers
Prove your car's value with verified service history. Easier than finding your VIN - registration is already visible.
🏢 Car Dealers
Quick checks on forecourt vehicles or auction purchases using visible registration numbers.
Common Questions
Does registration checking work for all UK vehicles?
Yes, for any vehicle with a UK registration number. We look up the VIN from DVLA records and access manufacturer service history. Works for vehicles registered from 2012 onwards with franchise dealer servicing.
What if my registration has changed (private plate transfer)?
Use your current registration number. DVLA records link registration changes to VINs, so we'll still find your vehicle's service history even if the plates have changed.
Is registration checking as accurate as VIN checking?
Yes - exactly the same! We use your registration to find your VIN, then access manufacturer databases using that VIN. The service records are identical whether you enter registration or VIN directly.
What format should I use for my registration?
Any format works: "AB21ABC", "AB21 ABC", "ab21abc" - we automatically clean and format your input. Just type it as you see it on your number plates.
Can I still use my VIN instead?
Absolutely! The checkout form has a toggle - choose "VIN" if you prefer to enter your 17-character VIN directly. Learn more about VIN checks →
Check Service History by Registration Now
3 minutes • £9.99 • Official manufacturer records • 39 brands • 2012+ coverage
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