Car Check Guides

Expert tips, guides, and news to help you make informed decisions when buying a used car

Vehicle check report showing key data points for a used car purchase in the UK
February 28, 2026

What Is a Vehicle Check Report?

What should you verify before buying a used car in the UK? Learn what a vehicle check report covers and why it matters.

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V5C logbook checklist highlighting VIN, VRM and keeper details to verify before buying a used car
March 9, 2026

V5C Logbook Check (UK)

A practical checklist to verify VIN/VRM details, understand the issue date, and spot common red flags before you buy.

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MOT history timeline and mileage check for spotting odometer inconsistencies
March 9, 2026

Mileage Check & MOT History

Learn how to build a mileage timeline using MOT history and service invoices, and how to interpret common inconsistencies.

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Outstanding finance check for used cars in the UK
April 9, 2026

Outstanding Finance Check

What happens if you buy a car with unpaid HP or PCP finance? Learn how UK car finance checks work and how to protect yourself.

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Car write-off categories explained for used cars in the UK
April 9, 2026

Car Write-Off Categories Explained

UK insurance write-off categories A, B, S and N explained. What each category means and whether you should buy a written-off car.

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How to check if a car is stolen in the UK using vehicle history checks
April 9, 2026

How to Check if a Car is Stolen

How stolen vehicle markers work on the Police National Computer (PNC), warning signs to look for, and how to protect yourself.

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Used car buying checklist for the UK
April 9, 2026

Used Car Buying Checklist

Complete UK used car buying checklist covering online checks, document verification, physical inspection and your legal rights.

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April 9, 2026

HPI Check vs CarCheckReport

Compare HPI and CarCheckReport side by side — same official data sources, different price points. An honest comparison.

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