Vehicle history checks

Car History Check Before You Buy

Check a vehicle’s history before you buy with CarTrust: Japanese imports by chassis number or VIN, UK cars by registration plate or VIN. Access available vehicle details and recorded history in one clear report — Extensive and UK Premium reports issue a permanent CarTrust certificate.

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Check More Than What You Can See

A vehicle may look perfectly fine during a viewing while important information exists in its recorded history. CarTrust gives you another layer of information to consider alongside a physical inspection, test drive, and the information provided by the seller.

JDM by VINAuction records, mileage timeline, accident grade, condition sheets and recalls.
UK by plate or VINMOT history, mileage evidence, tax and recall information — Premium adds stolen, finance, write-off and ownership records.
Risk markersStolen, write-off, scrapped, import/export and mileage issues are called out clearly.
Shareable proofExtensive and UK Premium reports issue a permanent certificate link — no login needed to view.

UK Vehicle History

Check available UK vehicle records using the registration number or VIN before you buy.

Japanese Import History

Access available Japanese vehicle history using the chassis number or VIN.

Vehicle Records in One Place

Review available identification details and historical records in one clear report.

Make a More Informed Decision

Use the report to investigate further, ask better questions, and make a more informed decision.

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VIN
Toyota Corolla Cross
ZVG16-2002755
Mileage floor43,000 km
Accident gradeNo R/RA grade
Recall checkIncluded
CertificateQR + public link
UK
Plate
Nissan Leaf Tekna
DY00 RDV
MOT due14 Mar 2027
Latest mileage39,565 miles
RecallsChecked
TaxShown clearly

Which car are you checking?

Pick the market first — it decides which records exist for the car.

Which car are you checking?

MOT history, mileage evidence, tax and recall information — Premium adds stolen, finance, write-off and ownership records. Searched by plate, or by the 17-character VIN if the car is exported or re-plated.

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Secure payment by PayPal or card — prices include 19% VAT, shown in full before you pay.

CarTrust verifies recorded third-party data. It does not physically inspect the vehicle.

Enter the chassis number and choose the report depth — Instant reports are usually issued in seconds.

Use the chassis number from the registration document or the stamped plate.
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Secure payment by PayPal or card — the full price, including 19% VAT, is shown before you pay.

Every report includes a safety-recall check, provided by RecallsCheck.cy. We verify the record, not the car's current condition.

Every report is a permanent link you can share with buyers or sellers — no login required to view it. CarTrust verifies the recorded auction & registry data; we do not accept responsibility for inaccuracies in the underlying source records.

Buying one? Don't take their word for it. Take it checked. Check the vehicle’s available history before committing your money. Reviewing available records gives you context beyond the seller’s description and helps you spot details that deserve further investigation before you buy. Selling one? Transparency closes deals. Prove your record. Show buyers available vehicle history information and give them greater confidence in the vehicle you're selling. Supporting records make the sale more transparent for serious buyers. Dealing them? Put your name on trust — co-branded certificates. Verify vehicle information and hand customers supporting history records for more transparent transactions — before listing or selling UK vehicles and Japanese imports.

What’s Inside a CarTrust Vehicle History Report

Know what you're paying for before you order. Explore a real CarTrust report to see how available vehicle records are presented in a clear, easy-to-understand format.

HONDA ZR-V 4WD E:HEV Z
Japanese import — accident example HONDA ZR-V 4WD E:HEV Z View the live certificate →
HONDA VEZEL E:HEV PLAY
Japanese import — clean example HONDA VEZEL E:HEV PLAY View the live certificate →
BMW M4 Competition Edition Package Semi-Auto
UK vehicle — stolen-marker example BMW M4 Competition Edition Package Semi-Auto View the live certificate →
Nissan Leaf Takna
UK vehicle — clean example Nissan Leaf Takna View the live certificate →

The exact information available can vary by vehicle, report type, country of origin, and the records available for that particular vehicle.

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What We Offer

CarTrust helps you uncover important information about a vehicle before you buy. Whether you're running a car history check for a UK-registered car, a Japanese import, or another imported vehicle, our reports bring available vehicle records together in a clear and easy-to-understand format.

UK Car History Check

Review available UK vehicle history and key recorded details before buying a UK vehicle.

Japanese Import Car Check

Use our Japanese Vehicle History Check to access available vehicle records from Japan by chassis number.

Imported Vehicle History Check

Run an imported vehicle history check to uncover available historical records before purchasing an imported car.

Vehicle History Check by VIN

Use our VIN check to match a vehicle with available historical records and verify its background.

Japan Vehicle History Reports

Get a Japan vehicle history report to better understand an imported vehicle’s available recorded history before buying.

How Our Car History Check Works

Checking a vehicle with CarTrust is quick and straightforward. In three simple steps you can run a car history check and access available vehicle history information for UK cars and Japanese imports before making a buying decision.

Step 01

Enter Your Vehicle Details

Enter the required vehicle details using the registration number, VIN, or chassis number, depending on the vehicle and its country of origin.

Step 02

Choose Your Report

Select the report that matches your vehicle and the information you need. CarTrust provides different vehicle history reports for UK vehicles and Japanese imports.

Step 03

Get Your Vehicle History Report

Complete your order and receive the available recorded information in a clear, easy-to-understand format — then review the details before buying the vehicle.

What CarTrust Customers Say

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“The whole process was straightforward, and the car history check was easy to understand. It gave me useful information to consider before deciding whether to buy the car.”
Andreas P. · Car buyer
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“I was considering a Japanese import and wanted to know more about its previous history. CarTrust helped me access information I wouldn’t have known from the local listing alone.”
Michael K. · Japanese import buyer
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“I didn’t want to rely only on what the seller told me. Checking the available vehicle history gave me more confidence before moving forward with the purchase.”
George A. · Car buyer
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“Entering the vehicle details and getting the report was simple and quick. The information was clearly presented and helped me understand the vehicle better.”
Christos N. · UK car buyer
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“I used CarTrust while looking at a UK vehicle. Having the available history in one place made it much easier to review the car before making my decision.”
Daniel S. · Car buyer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a car history check?

A car history check helps you review available recorded information about a vehicle before buying, giving you a clearer picture of its background beyond what you can see during an inspection. It can provide useful additional context when deciding whether a particular vehicle is right for you.

What information is included in a vehicle history report?

A vehicle history report may include identification details, registration information, and other available historical records. The exact information provided depends on the vehicle, its country of origin, and the data available for that particular vehicle.

Can I check vehicle history by VIN?

Yes. A vehicle history check by VIN can be used to identify a vehicle and find available records associated with it, particularly when checking imported or overseas vehicles. Simply enter the VIN into CarTrust and select the appropriate report where supported.

How can I check the history of a UK vehicle?

Enter the vehicle's registration number or VIN into CarTrust and select the appropriate UK report to access available UK vehicle history information. Reviewing these records can give you additional information about the vehicle before you decide to purchase it.

Can I check the history of a Japanese import?

Yes. A Japanese import car check can help you access available historical information from Japan before purchasing an imported vehicle. This is especially useful when important information about the vehicle's previous history is not available from its current local registration.

How do I check a Japanese car by chassis number?

Enter the vehicle's chassis number into the CarTrust tool and choose the relevant Japanese report. This can help identify the vehicle and retrieve available records associated with it, allowing you to learn more about the car before making a purchase.

Can I check the history of an imported vehicle?

Yes, you can check the history of an imported vehicle. An imported car history check can provide available information from a vehicle's previous market that may not be apparent from its current registration or listing. This gives you another source of information when evaluating an imported car before buying.

Why should I check a vehicle's history before buying?

A vehicle can look good during an inspection while still having important information in its recorded history. Checking available records gives you additional information to evaluate the vehicle, ask the seller better questions, and make a more informed buying decision.

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