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Car Buying Advice

smashed carWhen you buy a used car it is always recommended you perform a used car history check first.

Click the image below to watch the DVLA's video guide to buying a used car.

Buyer beware video link.

 

1 in 3 used vehicle checks shows a discrepancy.

What We Check

USED CAR CHECK


 


 

green tick Outstanding Finance Check
car check tick Insurance Write-Off
car history check Reported as Stolen to the POLICE
vehicle check Chassis/VIN number check
vehicle registration check Colour and plate change history
mileage check Exported or scrapped
mileage check Mileage history check
used car check Number of former keepers
check car online Up to 46 fields of information
hpi check free Up to £30,000 data guarantee*
hpi check Instant results



Why do I need a used car check?

There are many reasons why you need to buy a used car check. Below is a quick summary of the main benefits and the risks should you not check a cars history.

1 in 3 used car checks shows adverse history.

If you buy a used car which later turns out to be stolen you may have the vehicle taken from you and it will be returned to the rightful owner without compensation.

With 1 in 4 used cars checked turn out to be subject to outstanding finance. This is currently the biggest risk facing car buyers.

1 in 8 used car checks turns out to show the vehicle to be classed as an insurance write off meaning the car may not be safe to drive.

By checking the VIN number on the vehicle matches both the V5 (log book) and the vehicle check will help you reduce the risk of purchasing a cloned vehicle.

Avoid paying over the odds for a used vehicle which has had the mileage altered by checking the mileage history.

 


*Subject to Experian AutoChecks terms and conditions

Frequently Asked Questions.

Is the used car check free?

We offer a free car ID check along with a number of options to purchase further detailed information.

When will I receive my car check?

Results are displayed on screen and paid checks will also receive a printable copy by Email.

Is this a car hpi check?

No. "hpi check"  is a registered trademark of hpi Limited. hpi check is the term commonly used to refer to a used vehicle history check.

Do we guarantee our vehicle check results?

We do our very best to ensure the data we provide is correct however we do offer a data guarantee subject to terms and conditions.

Can I buy a used vehicle check over the phone?

In order to keep our prices to a minimum this service is currently only available  online.

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