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Check any UK car before you buy

Check MOT, tax, mileage and vehicle history in one place.

Uses DVLA and DVSA source data where available.
  • MOT history
  • Mileage check
  • Finance/write-off check
  • Tax status
  • Stolen check
  • PDF and email report

Uses DVLA and DVSA source data where available, with trusted provider data for premium report checks.

Choose the right vehicle check

Start with a free check, upgrade to a smarter report, or build your own custom check with only the items you need.

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Before you buy a used car

View a sample REGUP vehicle report

Show customers what they receive before they order. The sample report includes vehicle details, MOT history, mileage checks, finance/stolen/write-off sections, valuation example and a buyer summary.

01Enter a registrationCustomer starts with a UK reg number.
02Choose report packageThey select the checks they need.
03Pay securely onlineCheckout through your REGUP flow.
04View vehicle reportReport sections are shown clearly online.

What is a REGUP check?

A REGUP check helps you review useful UK vehicle data points before you buy, travel to view a car, pay a deposit or compare one advert with another. Start with the registration number and REGUP helps bring together MOT, tax, mileage and vehicle history information in a format that is easier to read. Source availability can vary by vehicle, so the check is designed to support your decision rather than replace a physical inspection, seller documents or professional advice.

MOT and mileage

Review MOT status, expiry, advisory history and recorded mileage points where available, then compare them with the seller description.

Finance and value

Paid report options may help highlight outstanding finance risk and valuation context before you negotiate or send money.

Write-off and stolen

History checks can help surface serious risk markers where provider data is available, including stolen or write-off records.

Vehicle identity

Check registration-linked details such as make, model, colour, fuel type and specification so you can spot advert mismatches early.

Trust and safety signals

REGUP is built for cautious used-car buyers. The safest approach is to check the registration before you travel, compare the result with the V5C and service history, and ask the seller about anything that does not match.

Reports may include locked or unlocked sections depending on the package selected. Where a warning marker appears, pause the purchase and ask for written evidence before continuing.

REGUP check FAQs

Should I check a car before viewing it?

Yes. A quick registration check can save wasted travel and may highlight questions to ask before you meet the seller.

Does a clean result guarantee the car is perfect?

No. A check is a useful data review, but you should still inspect the vehicle, compare documents and use professional help when needed.

Why choose REGUP

Designed to make UK vehicle checks simpler, faster and easier to understand on any device.

Fast Results

Quick registration lookup flow with a simple user journey.

Clear on Any Screen

Built to keep the registration input, results and report choices easy to follow.

Easy to Understand

Clear sections and simple check summaries without confusing jargon.

Built for Trust

A professional vehicle-check experience focused on clarity and confidence.

How it works

A quick and simple process designed for users who want answers without confusion.

1

Enter your registration

Type in a valid UK registration number to begin your vehicle check.

2

View free check details

See core vehicle information, registration details and MOT-related data.

3

Unlock full report

Upgrade when you need deeper checks like finance, write-off or risk history.

Built for modern vehicle checks

A clean and growing platform focused on fast UK registration lookup and better user experience.

UK
Focused registration checks
Fast
Simple lookup flow
Clear
Easy-to-read report style
Mobile
Designed for smaller screens

Common questions

Straightforward answers before you run a check.

Is REGUP part of DVLA?

REGUP uses DVLA and DVSA source data where available, with trusted provider data for premium report checks.

What can a paid report unlock?

Paid reports can include checks such as mileage, finance, stolen status, write-off records, valuation and PDF/email delivery depending on the package selected.

Ready to check a vehicle?

Start with a free registration check and explore vehicle details in a cleaner, simpler way.

Start your free check