# Check Vehicle > XX - Free check: anonymous registration lookups with optional paid upgrades for full history. - Coverage: UK plates (DVLA + DVSA data, augmented with theft and write-off feeds). - Audience: private buyers, dealers, fleet operators, and developers via API. ## Product - [Pricing](https://checkvehicle.ai/pricing): Plans and what's included in each tier (basic, smart, total). - [Why CheckVehicle](https://checkvehicle.ai/why-choose-us): How the 3-step flow works and what makes our reports different. - [Services](https://checkvehicle.ai/services): Overview of every check we run — finance, write-off, mileage, theft, MOT, more. - [Developers](https://checkvehicle.ai/developers): API access for fleet operators, dealers, and integrators. - [Docs](https://checkvehicle.ai/docs): Public documentation for the API and the data sources we use. - [Contact](https://checkvehicle.ai/contact): How to reach support, sales, or the data protection officer. ## Guides - [Electric Vehicle Charging: Costs, Locations, and Best Practices in the UK](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/electric-vehicle-charging-costs-locations-and-best-practices-in-the-uk): With 1.5M+ EVs on UK roads, learn and discover optimisation for navigating the 2026 tiered charging ecosystem, protecting your battery, and drastically cutti... - [Which Cities Have the Strictest Vehicle Emission Rules?](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/which-cities-have-the-strictest-vehicle-emission-rules): From Stockholm’s hybrid bans to London’s ULEZ expansion, 2026 is the year cities get serious against motorists. See which global hotspots have the strictest ... - [Do Electric Cars Really Save You Money? A Data-Driven UK Analysis](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/do-electric-cars-really-save-you-money-a-data-driven-uk-analysis): Do EVs really cost less to own in the UK? We break down cost per mile (home vs public charging), tax, servicing, and real-world scenarios using trusted UK da... - [Top 10 Cars with the Highest MOT Failure Rates in 2025](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/top-10-cars-with-the-highest-mot-failure-rates-in-2025): A data-led look at the 10 passenger car models with the worst MOT pass rates in 2025, based on statistical sources, plus what typically causes these failures... - [How to Increase the Lifespan of Your Car with Simple Habits](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/how-to-increase-the-lifespan-of-your-car-with-simple-habits): Want your car to last longer without spending a fortune? Here are simple, realistic habits that reduce wear, prevent breakdowns, and keep your vehicle reliab... - [What Paperwork You Should Receive When Buying a Car](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/what-paperwork-you-should-receive-when-buying-a-car): Buying a used car? Don't get caught out. From the V5C logbook to the essential bill of sale, here is the paperwork you need for a safe and legal purchase. - [Essential Car Maintenance Checklist for Every Driver](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/essential-car-maintenance-checklist-for-every-driver): A practical car maintenance checklist for UK drivers. Simple checks you can do weekly, monthly, seasonally, and before long trips, plus what to track for MOT... - [Dashboard Warning Lights: What They Mean and What to Do](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/dashboard-warning-lights-what-they-mean-and-what-to-do): A practical, human guide to the most common dashboard warning lights in the UK, what they usually mean, what you should do immediately, and which ones can af... - [Most Common MOT Failures (and How to Avoid Them)](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/most-common-mot-failures-and-how-to-avoid-them): The most common reasons cars fail their MOT and practical, real-world ways to avoid them. Includes a simple prep plan and links to official GOV.UK guidance. - [Hidden Costs of Car Ownership (Insurance, Tax, MOT, Repairs & Services)](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/hidden-costs-of-car-ownership-insurance-tax-mot-repairs-and-services): The true cost of car ownership in the UK. From insurance and tax to fuel, repairs, and depreciation, drivers can spend £3,000–£4,000+ yearly beyond the purch... - [Top Car Buying Scams (and How to Avoid Them)](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/top-car-buying-scams-and-how-to-avoid-them): Not every car sale is as honest as it looks. Learn how to spot the most common car buying scams in the UK and how to protect yourself before handing over you... - [10 Things to Check Before Buying a Used Car](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/10-things-to-check-before-buying-a-used-car): Buying a used car? Before you shake hands and hand over the cash, make sure you’ve checked this important checklist, from MOT history to rust, tyres, and hid... - [Understanding the requirements of buying vehicle in UK 2025](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/understanding-the-requirements-of-buying-vehicle-in-uk-2025): Guide to buying a vehicle in the UK in 2025: covers legal docs, costs, emissions rules, and checks. Plan for a compliant and informed purchase. - [Understanding Vehicle Tax Bands in the UK (2025 Edition)](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/vehicle-tax-bands-uk-2025): Vehicle tax in the UK can be confusing. Our 2025 guide explains how car tax bands work, how much you’ll pay, and what’s changed for petrol, diesel, hybrid, a... - [MOT History Check: Why It’s Essential Before Buying a Used Car](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/mot-history-check-before-buying-used-car): Thinking of buying a used car? Don’t hand over the cash until you’ve checked its MOT history. Here’s why that little report can save you thousands (and a mas... - [How to Check if Your Car is ULEZ, LEZ, or CAZ Compliant](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/how-to-check-car-ulez-lez-caz-compliant): Wondering if your car is ULEZ, LEZ, or CAZ compliant? Learn the key differences, vehicle requirements, and how to check instantly with your registration plate. - [What is ULEZ? A Complete Guide for UK Drivers in 2025](https://checkvehicle.ai/article/what-is-ulez-complete-guide-uk-2025): Discover the UK rules about ULEZ in 2025. Find out which cars are compliant, how much you’ll pay, the rules in London and other cities, and how to check your... ## Reference - [Articles index](https://checkvehicle.ai/articles): Full list of guides, paginated. - [Sitemap](https://checkvehicle.ai/sitemap.xml): Machine-readable index of every public page. - [Robots policy](https://checkvehicle.ai/robots.txt): Crawl rules including the AI-bot allowlist. ## Optional - [Data Guarantee](https://checkvehicle.ai/terms/guarantee): Our £30,000 trust guarantee — what it covers and how to claim. - [Privacy policy](https://checkvehicle.ai/terms/privacy): How we collect, process, and retain personal data (UK GDPR). - [Terms of service](https://checkvehicle.ai/terms): Service terms, acceptable use, refund policy.