Free Car
Reg Check
Enter your registration number to find your car’s history, specifications, MOT, tax status and more.
- DVLA vehicle details
- Tax & MOT status
- MOT history
- Mileage from MOT
- Specs & emissions
- Outstanding financePremium
- Stolen vehicle checkPremium
- Write-off categoriesPremium
- Mileage anomaly detectionPremium
- Vehicle Report ScorePremium
- Plate & colour changesPremium
- Downloadable PDFPremium
- and more…Premium
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 plate checker for MOT, tax and mileage history. For finance, write-off and theft info, upgrade to our premium check.
Car Registration Plates Check
See make, model, fuel type, engine size and CO2 emissions from the reg.
Check MOT & Tax Status
Instantly check if the car is taxed and has a valid MOT certificate.
Upgrade for Full History
Unlock finance, write-off and stolen vehicle data with a premium check.
Mileage & Previous Owners
Avoid fraud by checking for mileage anomalies and ownership history.
How Do I Check a Vehicle Number Plate?
It’s easy to check a reg plate with our free tool. Just enter the number and get all the key info in seconds.
Find the Number Plate
Use the number plate on the vehicle or V5C logbook.
Enter the Reg Plate
Type the reg into our free checker and click 'Check vehicle'.
Get Instant Results
View MOT status, tax details, mileage and more in under 10 seconds.
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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.
A basic reg check shows MOT history, tax status, mileage, engine size and more. For full reports including finance and write-offs, upgrade to a premium check.
Yes. You can check car registration plates for free using our tool — just enter the reg number to see important details before you buy.
If the check shows expired MOT, missing tax or mileage issues, investigate further or avoid the vehicle. Use our full report to uncover deeper problems.
Why Use a Reg Check Before Buying?
A reg check helps you avoid expensive problems like unpaid finance, mileage tampering or stolen vehicles.
Avoid Buying a Stolen Car
Our reg check will alert you if the vehicle is reported stolen on the national database.
Check for Unpaid Finance
Make sure the car isn't still owned by a lender with outstanding finance.
See Past Write-Offs
Check for accident damage, write-offs and total losses across Cat A, B, S and N.
Check a Car Registration Plate Now
Get started with your free car registration plate check. Just enter the reg and unlock instant results.
No card needed. DVLA & DVSA-sourced data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about checking a UK reg with RegRadar.
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