Assess the car, the paperwork, the seller and the likely repair spend before you buy. The checker converts your inspection evidence into a clear Buy, Negotiate, Inspect or Walk Away recommendation.
Identity firstVIN, V5C, seller and history evidenceMechanics secondCold start, fluids, warning lights and test driveMoney lastRepair budget and negotiation leverage
Pre-purchase assessment
Complete the checks in the same order a careful buyer should
Move backwards without losing answers. Missing evidence reduces confidence rather than being treated as proof that the vehicle is safe.
Before continuing
Do not rely on this score alone. Obtain a trusted history check, inspect the original V5C and VIN, review the MOT record, test drive from cold and arrange a professional inspection where risk remains.
The result reflects only the evidence entered. It cannot confirm ownership, legal status, hidden structural damage, mileage fraud or mechanical condition without independent checks.
Never buy on the score alone
Confirm the seller’s identity, inspect the original V5C, match every VIN location, obtain a trusted history check, review the MOT record and arrange an inspection where the potential loss is significant.