Leave no car unchecked

Check & compare vehicle history. Rule out problem cars. Make the right call.

We check:

A carVertical report can uncover:

Recorded images
Damage
Ownership change
Theft records
Mileage rollbacks
Specs & equipment
Emission taxes
Market value
Maintenance
Safety
Financial restrictions
Natural disaster exposure
and more...

Smart car buyers leave nothing to chance

Check

Spot past damage, mileage rollbacks, or legal issues early – before they cost you time or money later.

Compare

Compare your options quickly to see which cars stand out – and which ones you can rule out straight away.

Choose

Understand a car’s running costs, expected wear, and market value, so you can choose the best option with confidence.

No fact left unchecked

We scan over a billion verified records that can affect value, safety, and running costs – across the cars you’re considering.

Recorded photos

Get a clear view of the car's past condition with detailed photos of the car’s exterior (when available).

carVertical Score

Instantly see how clean (or risky) the car's history is before digging into the full report – perfect for comparing multiple cars and building a shortlist fast.

Damage history

We check over 300 million records to show you where and when the damage occurred, and what the repairs might’ve cost (if that data is available).

Save up to 40% to leave no car unchecked

Don’t stop at one check – stop at the right car. Compare your top options with a report bundle and choose well for less.

How it works

Learn what we check, how fast it happens, and what you get in return:

Enter the car’s VIN or REG

Start by entering the 17-digit VIN or the vehicle’s licence plate number (REG) – both let us track its entire history.

Where can I find the VIN?

We’ll check verified data worldwide

We scan 900+ data sources across 45+ countries – including insurance, police, and registration data – to reveal any hidden problems.

Where does the data come from?

Pay and unlock your full vehicle history report

After payment, generate your report in just 55 seconds – so you can check and compare cars without slowing down.

How to buy and use reports?

Let data guide your decision

Use the car history report to decide whether to move forward, negotiate, or keep looking.

View sample report

Turning data into smarter choices

In 2025, we’ve helped millions of drivers navigate the car market with intelligence and confidence.

Vehicles checked

Clocked vehicles found

Damaged vehicles detected

Hear from people like you

See why 4.5+ million people use carVertical to find the right car faster:

Very useful to check the vehicle before you spend loads of money. I have passed it on to others who have also used the site, and it has turned up many interesting hidden facts about some vehicles that otherwise would have been an absolute nightmare. Thank you.

ian

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I love the concept of having a useful tool to negotiate a car purchase.

Marcus

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carVertical gives very useful historical and current, detailed motor vehicle information.

Jekman

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