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Free Mileage Check UK
Enter any UK registration and instantly see every mileage reading from every MOT test. The fastest way to spot clocked mileage before you buy.
Check mileage history, any UK reg
What the Mileage Check Shows
Mileage at Every MOT
Every reading logged at each MOT test going back to 2005. The complete mileage timeline of the vehicle.
Clocking Detection
If mileage drops between tests or shows impossible patterns, it is flagged. Odometer fraud spotted instantly.
Annual Mileage Trend
See how many miles the vehicle covered each year to identify low-use vehicles or suspiciously flat readings.
Mileage at Failure
See the exact mileage when the vehicle failed an MOT and what the defect was at that mileage point.
Why Mileage Fraud is a Serious Risk
Clocking, which means winding back or tampering with a vehicle's odometer, is illegal in the UK under the Fraud Act 2006. Despite this, an estimated 1 in 16 used cars on the UK market has had its mileage manipulated. A clocked car appears younger and lower-mileage than it really is, commanding a higher price while hiding excessive wear.
The DVSA records the vehicle's exact mileage at every MOT test. This record cannot be altered retrospectively. MOTCompare displays the full DVSA mileage timeline so you can see the true mileage picture for free, instantly, and straight from the official government database.
Mileage Check: Common Questions
How do I check a car's mileage history for free?
Enter the registration plate on MOTCompare. The free mileage check pulls every mileage reading recorded at each MOT test directly from the DVSA database, with no sign-up and no fee.
Can I check mileage with the DVLA?
The DVLA does not publish mileage records directly. Mileage is recorded at every MOT test by the DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency). MOTCompare displays all DVSA mileage records instantly using your registration plate.
How do I spot clocked mileage?
Compare mileage readings across every MOT test. Red flags include: mileage decreasing between tests, suspiciously low annual increases (under 3,000 miles/year for a working car), or a sudden large jump after a run of flat readings.
Is mileage tampering common in the UK?
According to UK consumer groups, mileage fraud affects an estimated 1 in 16 used cars on sale. Checking the full DVSA mileage history before buying any used car is the simplest protection.
What is a free mileage check?
A free mileage check shows all mileage readings recorded at each MOT test for a UK vehicle. MOTCompare shows this alongside pass/fail results, defects, and advisories, all free and powered by DVSA data.