Car Data Checks


Check a car
Buying a used car
You've found a car that looks great, drives well, and you're happy with the price. But how much do you really know about the car you're buying?
To avoid uncertainty, complete an AA Car Data Check to find out if a used car's got a hidden history.
Used car check facts and figures
- 1 in 3 cars have some form of hidden history.
- 1 in 4 vehicles have a finance agreement recorded against them.
- Around 160,000 cars are stolen every year.
- Around 600,000 cars are written off every year.
- 1 in 8 cars checked are 'write-offs'.
- 1 in 14 cars checked show mileage discrepancies.
- 1 in 5 cars checked reveal a number plate change.
Multiple checks
If you're considering a number of used cars, why not opt for an AA Multiple Check, which lets you check the histories for up to five cars?
Five Car Data Checks only cost £25 (that's just £5 per check), which makes it one of the best value, comprehensive car history checks on the market.
Single vehicle checks
If you think you've found the car, then we also offer a single vehicle check for £20.
Benefits of an AA Car Data Check
An AA Car Data Check will help you to buy a car with confidence. Used car check searches covers:
- any finance agreements recorded (HP, etc)
- whether the car has been written-off or not
- whether a car is at high risk of fraud or theft or not
- registration details, number of owners (keepers) and vehicle identification number (VIN)
- mileage check on your car (if available)
AA Car Data Checks are provided by Motorfile Limited. Registered office: Talbot House, Talbot Street, Nottingham NG80 1TH. Number 3009493 England.
Motorfile Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA). You can check on the FSA's register by visiting the FSA's website www.fsa.gov.uk/register or by contacting the FSA on 0845 606 1234.
The AA trademark and logo are used under licence from The Automobile Association Limited. The AA is not responsible for any goods and services provided by third parties under licence.
