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Free MOT History Check
See the complete MOT history of any UK vehicle, with every test, every result, every defect and every mileage reading going back to 2005. Free, instant, and direct from the DVSA.
Check MOT history, any UK reg
What MOT History Reveals
Every Test Date
The exact date of every MOT test, so you can see how regularly the vehicle has been tested and identify any gaps.
Pass & Fail Record
A full pass/fail timeline. Vehicles that have failed multiple times, or recently, are a higher risk.
All Defects Listed
Every major, minor and dangerous defect recorded at each test. Spot patterns and recurring problems.
All Advisories
Advisories are early warnings. A vehicle with many repeat advisories has deferred maintenance that could become expensive.
Mileage at Each Test
Mileage logged at every MOT. The most reliable way to verify a vehicle's true mileage and detect tampering.
Testing Garage
Where each MOT was carried out, which is useful for verifying the vehicle's location history.
How to Read MOT History
A clean MOT history means the vehicle has consistently passed with no major defects, mileage records are steady and logical, and advisories have been followed up rather than repeated year after year.
Red flags to watch for: a first fail followed quickly by a pass (suggesting a rushed cheap fix), multiple failures in the same year, a sudden drop in mileage between tests, or several years of the same advisory being ignored.
MOTCompare makes this easy. The history is displayed chronologically, with defects categorised and mileage anomalies highlighted. No raw DVSA data to interpret yourself.
MOT History: Common Questions
How do I check MOT history for free?
Enter the registration plate on MOTCompare. The free MOT history check pulls every test record from the official DVSA database, including dates, results, mileage, defects and advisories, instantly and at no cost.
How far back does MOT history go?
DVSA records typically go back to 2005. Older vehicles may have limited records. The further back the history goes, the clearer the picture of long-term maintenance and reliability.
What does MOT history show?
MOT history shows every test date, pass or fail result, mileage at the time of each test, every defect raised (major, minor, dangerous), every advisory, and the testing garage. It is the most reliable public record of a vehicle's condition over time.
Can MOT history reveal mileage fraud?
Yes. The mileage logged at each MOT test cannot be altered retrospectively. If the recorded mileage drops, plateaus unrealistically, or shows sudden jumps, this is a clear sign of tampering. MOTCompare highlights these inconsistencies automatically.
Is MOT history the same as a vehicle history check?
MOT history is one part of a full vehicle history check. MOTCompare provides free MOT history. The £5.99 premium report extends this with stolen vehicle check, outstanding finance, write-off history, and a full mileage verification report.