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Look up UK vehicle details, tax and SORN status, MOT history, recorded mileage and safety recall status in one report.

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This free check covers government records. It does not check outstanding finance, theft, write-offs, ownership or a vehicle's mechanical condition.

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DVLA supplies vehicle identity and tax status. DVSA supplies the available MOT history, odometer readings and recall status.

Records may be incomplete for newly registered vehicles and imports. Keep unknown results separate from confirmed facts.

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