Check the MOT history of a vehicle

Check the past results of a vehicle’s MOT tests, including:

  • if it passed or failed
  • the mileage recorded when it was tested

You can also:

  • check when the next MOT is due
  • download a copy of the current and previous MOT certificates

If you got your test in England, Scotland or Wales

You’ll also be able to see:

  • where each test was done - you’ll need the 11-digit number from the vehicle’s log book (V5C)
  • what parts failed at each test, and if any parts had minor problems

Your MOT history may also tell you if your vehicle has been recalled for a safety reason, depending on the manufacturer. You can also check if a vehicle model, part or accessory has been recalled.

Which test results you can get

For cars, motorcycles and vans you can only get results for tests done since 2005.

For HGVs, trailers, buses and coaches you can only get results for tests done since 2018.

If you got your test in Northern Ireland

You can only get results for tests done since 2017.

Check a vehicle’s MOT history

You’ll need the vehicle’s number plate (registration number).

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Part of Buy a vehicle: step by step

  1. Step 1 Check the vehicle before you buy it

    You'll need the vehicle's registration number, make, model and MOT test number. You also need to see the V5C vehicle registration certificate (log book).

    1. Check the details you've been given match DVLA's information
    2. You are currently viewing: Check the vehicle's MOT history
    3. Check if the vehicle has been recalled because of a safety issue
    4. Check the log book isn't for a stolen vehicle

  2. Step 2 Buy and register the vehicle

    Once you've bought the vehicle, you have to register it. How you register it depends on whether it has a V5C registration certificate (log book).

    1. Find out how to register your vehicle
    2. Get a vehicle log book if you don't have it £25

  3. and Register for MOT reminders

    You must get an MOT for your vehicle every year once it's 3 years old.

    1. Get a reminder when your MOT is due

  4. Step 3 Insure the vehicle

    You must have insurance before you can use your vehicle on the road.

    1. Check if your vehicle is insured on the Motor Insurance Database
    2. Read about vehicle insurance

  5. Step 4 Tax the vehicle

    You need to tax the vehicle before you can use it on the road.

    1. Check how much you’ll have to pay to tax your vehicle
    2. Check when you don't have to pay vehicle tax
    3. Tax your vehicle

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