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Enter your registration number to find your car’s history, specifications, export status, and more.
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What Is a Car Reg Check?

A reg check lets you check a vehicle number plate and instantly get key details about a car. Use our free registration plate checker to view MOT records, road tax status, mileage history, and more. For a full report with finance, write-off, and theft info, upgrade to our premium check.

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Car Registration Plates Check

See details like make, model, fuel type, engine size and CO2 emissions using the reg.

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Check MOT & Tax Status

Instantly check if the car is taxed and has a valid MOT certificate.

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Upgrade for Full History

Unlock finance data, write-off checks, stolen status, and more with our complete reg check.

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Mileage & Previous Owners

Avoid fraud by checking for mileage issues and past owners before buying.

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How Do I Check a Vehicle Number Plate?

It’s easy to check a reg plate with our free tool. Just enter the registration number and get all the key info in seconds.

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Find the Number Plate

Use the number plate on the vehicle or V5C logbook.

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Enter the Reg Plate

Type the reg into our free checker and click ‘Check Reg’.

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Get Instant Results

View MOT status, tax details, mileage, and more in under 10 seconds.

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Very pleased with the report on the car that we had purchased. It was detailed and covered all the information on the history of the car from new to the present day

Saved my a**! The car was a write out - and being sold as premium low mileage!

Easy to use website. Fast results.

The car history check is a must if your buying a second hand car which I was recently contemplating. The car owl check flagged a red warning so I declined the purchase. Well worth the money, thankyou.

Great product, service & price

I nearly bought a car that looked perfect—until Car Owl flagged it as a write-off. Dodged a huge expense!

Great service told me everything I needed to know about a car.

Does what it says, provided me with a full history report for a car I wanted to buy. Quick and easy. Will use again in the future

Easily the best online history checker I've used. The report told me everything I needed to know about the car I was going to buy for my daughter as she's just past her test and was looking for a second hand car. This service is easy for old folk like myself looking for a simple way to check over cars before purchasing.

The customer service was very good and very responsive. They also gave a lot of suggestions for selling the car as the deal was not successful.

Quick response from a member called Milly. Very helpful and polite and explained the process throughout.

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Listed my car within the first hour got an offer I was happy with. Buyer accepted same day. Overall 5/5 exceptional service and I have recommended to friends and family.

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Great service, easy to use. Got a price I was happy with buyer collected next day. Can’t fault it, Will use again.

Very easy process, uploaded my car details along with service history and received an offer I was happy with. After accepting the offer the buyers details were presented to me, gave them a quick call and arranged for my car to be collected next day. Very straight forward.

Great website and cheap fees!

I can highly recommend Car Owl. I received the best price for my car and the whole experience was quick and seamless. I had brilliant and professional service from start to finish.

Thanks. Helpful support team, got a great price for my car. Recommend.

Very good experience both times. Very easy platform to use and the customer service was great both times. Highly recommend.

My experience with Car Owl was very easy, received offers I was happy with and sold it the next day. Really great service and quick. Would recommend.

Was recommended by a friend, easy to use and got the price I wanted! Would recommend. Helpful support team, the dealer which won my car was fully verified and very friendly when collecting my car. Thanks once again!

Made selling my Hyundai very easy. My car was accepting offers quickly I received offers from dealers quickly, sold within 3 days. A+ would highly recommend.

I was initially skeptical about selling my car online, but Car Owl made it so easy. The team was supportive, and I was pleasantly surprised by the quick response from potential buyers. A fantastic experience overall!

Selling my car with Car Owl was a great decision. The platform is user-friendly, and the process is transparent. I submitted my car details, and within a few hours, I received multiple offers from verified dealers. The team at Car Owl was very supportive and guided me through the entire process. I was able to compare offers and choose the best one for my car. The transaction was smooth, and I received payment promptly. I would definitely use Car Owl again in the future.

I recently sold my car through Car Owl, and I must say, the experience was fantastic. The process was straightforward, and the staff were very helpful. They connected me with verified dealers who offered competitive prices for my car. I didn't have to worry about haggling or dealing with time-wasters. Car Owl took care of everything, and I got a fair price for my car. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking to sell their car quickly and easily.

I recently used Car Owl to sell my car and had a great experience. The process was simple and straightforward. I just had to enter my car's registration number, fill out a few details, and upload some photos of the vehicle. Within a few hours, my car was approved and I began receiving offers from verified UK car dealers. I was impressed by the variety of offers I received and the transparency of the process. I was able to compare offers and choose the one that was best for me. The best part of it was that it was all done online, and I didn't have to deal with any middlemen or haggling. I would highly recommend Car Owl to anyone looking to sell their car quickly and easily.

Great customer service team and such a conveniently quick way to sell your car.

This was a quick and convenient way to sell my car. Great experience from start to finish!

Very easy to sell my car, dealer came next day, payment was instant, would recommend.

A big thank you! I’ve sold a few cars in my life but this is far and away the easiest I’ve ever found it! Highly recommend you give them a go 👌

Got recommended by a friend. Wasn’t expecting it to be as quick and convenient as it was, couldn’t have gone better for me. Will definitely come back if I ever need to sell again.

Very easy way to sell your car. Convenient & simple to use.

Recommended by a family member. Was very easy to use, highly recommended!

Very user-friendly! Definitely recommend if you are looking to buy or sell a car.

Out of all the options by far the easiest! Top service, cheers.

Very positive, Fast response, and really easy navigating the website. I would highly recommend this to anyone, finally got the audi a3 that I've dreamed of.

Amazing service, prompt response, reliable and all round great company. Couldn’t recommend enough.

Great service. User-friendly.

It's great. Much easier to use than motorway.

A fresh approach to buying and selling any car.

Simple & straight forward, all that is wanted when selling your car.

Thought I’d give carowl ago after a friend’s recommendation. Grateful I did! Such an easy process and a brilliant result. Try it..you won’t be disappointed!

Simple and easy to list your car, very quickly did I have dealers bidding on my car. Will be recommending to friends and family.

Really good to buy stock as a dealer. Easy to communicate with the seller.

I put my car on carowl after struggling to find anyone to buy it myself. I had a quite few offers within the first few days and sold not too soon afterwards at a price I was happy with. I just wish I put it on carowl sooner.

Common Questions About Reg Checks

Running a reg check helps you avoid scams and make smarter buying decisions. Here’s what our free registration plate checker can reveal.

What Can I See With a Reg Check?

A basic reg check shows MOT history, tax status, mileage, engine size, and more. For full reports with finance, insurance write-offs, and stolen status, upgrade to our premium check.

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Can I Check a Car Registration Plate for Free?

Yes. You can check car registration plates for free using our tool. Just enter the reg number to see important details before you buy.

What If the Reg Check Shows a Problem?

If the check shows expired MOT, missing tax, or mileage issues, you should investigate further or avoid the vehicle. Use our full check to uncover deeper problems like outstanding finance or write-offs.

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Why Use a Reg Check Before Buying?

A reg check helps you avoid expensive problems like unpaid finance, mileage tampering, or stolen vehicles. Always check the car register before you buy.

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Avoid Buying a Stolen Car

Our reg check will alert you if the vehicle is reported stolen.

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Check for Unpaid Finance

Make sure the car isn’t still owned by a lender with outstanding finance.

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See Past Write-Offs

Check the register for accident damage, write-offs, and total losses.

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Free, Fast & Accurate Reg Checks

Check a car registration number plate online and get real-time details. See MOT, tax, mileage, ULEZ status, and more. It’s quick, free, and takes just seconds.

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Instant Registration Checks

Use our reg check UK tool to instantly check a vehicle number plate and reveal its details.

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Free & Unlimited Checks

Run as many reg checks as you like. Our tool is always free to use for basic information.

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Get started with your free car registration plates check. Just enter the reg number and unlock instant results.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a free car reg check show?

A free car reg check shows your vehicle’s registration status, number plate validity, ownership records, and other DVLA-sourced data. It’s a quick way to verify everything is correct.

How do I use a reg check tool?

Just enter your car’s number plate. Our system instantly pulls DVLA records to verify registration, ownership, and other key data points.

Is the car reg check really free?

Yes. You can perform unlimited car reg checks at no cost. Use our free car check tool anytime to get accurate results.

What’s the difference between a reg check and a number plate check?

A reg check covers all vehicle registration info including number plate status, DVLA records, and ownership history. A number plate check focuses mainly on verifying the plate and matching it to the vehicle.

What can a DVLA car lookup show me?

A DVLA car lookup shows official data including registration details, MOT history, tax status, and sometimes mileage. It’s useful for buying, selling, or just checking your own car.

Can I check someone else's car with this tool?

Yes. As long as you have the registration number, you can run a reg check to view publicly available information—ideal for buyers researching used vehicles.

Why should I check my car’s registration plate?

A registration plate check helps confirm your car’s identity, legal status, and registration history. It also detects potential fraud or cloned plates before it becomes an issue.