Vehicle details
Match the basics to the car in front of you: make, model, fuel, engine size and first registration.
Car history. Made clear.
Buying a used car? Start with its registration and take a closer look at its history.
Free MOT, mileage and tax check. No account needed
See an example checkA vehicle check can include:
- Vehicle details
- MOT history
- Recorded mileage
- Damage history
- Outstanding finance
- Stolen records
Why choose AUTO373?
The history, made clear
Vehicle details, MOT results and mileage brought together in a report that’s easy to read and easy to follow.
The details that matter
Follow dated records and mileage readings to understand the story behind the car, beyond the photos and the sales pitch.
A better starting point
Know what to ask the seller and what to look at more closely. Arrive at the viewing better prepared.
INSIDE A SAMPLE REPORT
Look beyond the listing.
Get a closer look at the details behind a car’s history. Explore the example records and alerts below.
MOT history
Follow a failed test through to its retest. See the dates, mileage and recorded defect together, so you know what to ask about.
Damage history
Pinpoint the area affected with a damage map, then look at the recorded category and date.
Outstanding finance
Look inside an example agreement. See the finance company, its contact number and the agreement recorded against the car.
Theft records
Follow the dated entries behind a stolen marker. An open record stays clearly flagged alongside its case reference.
Mileage history
Trace dated mileage readings on a simple graph. See how the recorded distance changes as the years go by.
The full history for £9.99
Start with the free check. Get the full report when it’s the one. No subscription, no account needed.
Free check
£0 No card, no account
- MOT history and advisories
- Mileage records and MOT gaps
- Road tax and clean air zones
- Safety recalls
- Typical specification, where known
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Full report
£9.99 One-off, per car
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- carVertical£39.99
- HPI Check£19.99
- AA£14.99
Advertised full-report prices, checked 24 to 25 October 2026.
- Outstanding finance
- Insurance write-off and salvage
- Stolen check
- Keepers, plate and colour changes
- 85+ data points
- Everything in the free check
Did you know?
An advert only tells part of the story. These findings show why it helps to look at the records.
1 in 10Had outstanding finance
10,000 in the sample
Finance recorded against a car is a detail to resolve before agreeing a purchase.
1 in 7Had a recorded write-off
14,300 in the sample
These checks returned a Category S, N, C or D record. Ask about the damage and any repair work.
1 in 16Had a mileage discrepancy
6,300 in the sample
A possible mismatch in recorded mileage is a reason to check the readings against the car’s paperwork.
1 in 3Had a history marker
33,300 in the sample
Markers included plate changes, theft, scrapping and damage. Read the detail to understand what each record means.
What people say about AUTO373
Nicholas P Quick and simple
Instant delivery, as promised.
October 2026
Andrew L Everything is explained
Gave me assurance.
October 2026
Maria S Good choice
Worth the price.
October 2026
Frequently asked questions
How does AUTO373 work?
Enter the car’s registration for a free check: its MOT history, mileage, tax and recalls in seconds. If the car looks right, get the full report for £9.99 to see finance, write-offs, theft and keepers before you buy.
Can I use an older or personalised plate?
Yes. The search accepts older and personalised formats, such as 505 TWL or A1, as well as modern registrations. Enter the letters and numbers as shown; spaces and lower-case letters are handled automatically.
What is a VIN?
VIN means Vehicle Identification Number: the code that identifies one car. It’s on the logbook (V5C), at the base of the windscreen and on the driver’s door pillar. Choose VIN in the search above and we’ll find the car’s registration for the free check, including its tax status. Every full report also lets you check the car’s VIN matches our records.
What information can a report include?
The free check shows MOT results and advisories, recorded mileage, road tax, clean air zones and safety recalls. The full report adds outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and salvage auctions, theft, taxi use, keepers, plate and colour changes and your AUTO373 score: 85+ data points in all.
Do I need an account?
No. Buy with just your email and we send your report there. Afterwards you can keep all your reports in one place with a free account.
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A question about a vehicle, a report or AUTO373? Send us a message.
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