Vehicle-first flow
Start with the registration, confirm the matched make and model, then decide whether to continue.
Instant UK vehicle lookup
Check a vehicle before you buy.
Confirm the registration first, then unlock available finance, write-off, stolen, mileage, MOT and identity information in one clear VINWise report.
Instant UK vehicle lookup
Enter the number plate
Confirm the vehicle first. Choose a full report only when the details match.
✓ Secure Stripe checkout
✓ Instant online report
✓ PDF emailed to you
Secure Stripe checkoutPrivate payment and delivery
Instant online reportPDF emailed to you as well
Saved in My VINWiseReturn to your report any time
Clear risk-led layout
Important checks are grouped into understandable sections instead of a raw data dump.
Report + PDF together
Read online straight away and keep a PDF copy for your records or seller discussions.
Multi-check packs available
Shortlisting more than one car? Unused checks stay in My VINWise for later use.
How it works
Three simple steps before you commit to a car.
Enter the registration
Start with the UK number plate and let VINWise confirm the vehicle identity first.
Confirm the matched vehicle
Check the make, model and core details before choosing the most suitable report package.
Review the report
Inspect available finance, write-off, mileage, MOT and identity information in one place.
Need more than one check?
Compare several cars without starting from scratch each time.
Choose a three-check or five-check pack and save the remaining credits inside My VINWise for your shortlist.
Frequently asked
Before you run a check
What does a VINWise report check?+
Depending on the vehicle and available records, the report can include outstanding-finance indicators, stolen and write-off markers, MOT and mileage history, tax and identity details, plate or colour changes, keeper information and other supplied data.
Is this the same as an HPI Check?+
VINWise is an independent vehicle-history service and is not HPI. “HPI Check” is a protected brand name. VINWise provides its own independent report using records supplied by specialist vehicle-data providers.
How quickly will I receive the report?+
The online report is normally generated immediately after Stripe confirms payment. A PDF is then sent to the checkout email address. Provider or email delays can occasionally take longer.
Will a check guarantee the car is problem-free?+
No database can guarantee a vehicle has no hidden mechanical, documentary or historical issue. Use the report alongside the V5C, service history, seller evidence, physical inspection and an independent mechanical check.
What should I do when the report shows a warning?+
Pause the purchase. Ask the seller for written evidence, compare the VIN and documents, contact the relevant finance or insurance organisation where appropriate, and walk away if the explanation cannot be verified.
Can I check more than one car?+
Yes. Multi-check packs create the first report immediately and save unused checks to My VINWise. Sign in securely with the checkout email on any device to use credits and reopen reports.