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Free MOT Checker UK
The UK's free online MOT checker. Enter any registration plate and instantly get full MOT history, pass rate score, defects, advisories and mileage records, direct from the DVSA.
Free MOT checker, enter any UK reg
What the MOT Checker Returns
MOT Pass Rate Score
A reliability score from 0-100% showing how consistently the vehicle has passed its MOTs over its lifetime.
Full Test History
Every MOT test date, result, mileage, testing garage and certificate details back to 2005.
Defect Breakdown
Every major, minor and dangerous defect recorded, categorised and clearly presented.
Advisories
Early warning items flagged at each test. Recurring advisories often become failures.
Mileage Timeline
Mileage at each test. Automatic detection of inconsistencies and potential clocking.
MOT Expiry
Current MOT status and exact expiry date, so you know exactly how long is left.
MOTCompare vs the Government MOT Checker
| Feature | MOTCompare | Gov.uk |
|---|---|---|
| MOT History | ✓ Free | ✓ Free |
| Pass Rate Score | ✓ | ✗ |
| Defect Categorisation | ✓ Major / Minor / Dangerous | ✗ Raw data only |
| Mileage Anomaly Detection | ✓ | ✗ |
| Advisory Tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tax Status | ✓ | ✗ |
| Vehicle Specs | ✓ | ✗ |
| Premium History Report | ✓ £5.99 | ✗ |
MOT Checker: Common Questions
Is the MOT checker free?
Yes. MOTCompare is a completely free MOT checker. Enter any UK registration and instantly see the full MOT history, pass rate, defects and advisories. No account needed, no hidden fees.
How does the MOT checker work?
Enter the vehicle registration plate. MOTCompare queries the official DVSA database and returns all MOT test records, including dates, results, mileage, defects and advisories, in seconds.
What's the difference between a MOT check and a MOT checker?
A MOT checker is the tool you use to run a MOT check. MOTCompare is a free online MOT checker. Enter any UK plate and it checks the DVSA records for you instantly.
Can I use the MOT checker for any vehicle?
Yes. Cars, vans, motorbikes, HGVs and trailers registered in the UK that are over 3 years old will have MOT records. Simply enter the full registration plate.
Is there an official DVSA MOT checker?
The DVSA provides MOT data via the government website. MOTCompare uses the same official DVSA API data but presents it with cleaner analysis, including pass rate scoring, defect breakdowns and mileage anomaly detection, which is not available on the government service.