CarCostCheck.co.uk's answer

Vehicle data is pulled from official UK DVLA and DVSA sources via API.

CarCostCheck.co.uk's answer

CarCostCheck was built out of frustration with how much the established car-check sites charge. Buyers were paying £15 to £20 to check a single car they might not even buy, often repeating it across several vehicles. We wanted to give people the same official MOT, finance and write-off data for a fair price, plus the running-cost and valuation information you actually need before buying, so checking a car costs pounds rather than a small fortune.

CarCostCheck.co.uk's answer

UK used-car buyers about to purchase a second-hand vehicle who want to avoid hidden finance, write-offs or clocked mileage. It is also used by independent and small used-car dealers and motor traders who need quick, low-cost checks on stock.

CarCostCheck.co.uk's answer

It is far cheaper and there is no sign-up or subscription. A full history report is from £4.99 versus roughly £19.99 elsewhere, results are instant, and the data comes from official UK sources. You see outstanding finance, write-off category (Cat S and Cat N), stolen and import flags, mileage discrepancies, a valuation and running costs, so you can spot a bad car before you hand over any money.

CarCostCheck.co.uk's answer

CarCostCheck gives you the same official DVLA and DVSA vehicle data that the big providers sell for around £19.99, but starting from just £2.99 and with no subscription. You get a free instant check from the number plate, then one affordable report that combines history, hidden finance, write-off status, stolen and import checks, a market valuation and real running costs, all in one place rather than across several paid tools.