Used car sites with a vehicle history check in United Kingdom 2026: 4 sites

Used car marketplaces and dealers from our ranking for United Kingdom that offer a vehicle history report by VIN or number plate, in Score order. A report shows only what its data sources know: compare it with the official registration check and with an independent inspection.

Used car sites in the UK 2026: a ranking built on verified facts

  1. 1

    Carwow

    77/100
    Vehicle history report (VIN or plate)
    Yes
    Safe deal or buyer protection
    Not verified
    Free ad for a private seller
    Yes
    Operator's legal entity on the website
    Yes
    • Private sellers can list a car for free
    • Well-rated app
    • Names the operator and its registration number
    • Buyers can order a vehicle history report
  2. 2

    Gumtree Cars

    69/100
    Vehicle history report (VIN or plate)
    Yes
    Safe deal or buyer protection
    Not verified
    Free ad for a private seller
    Yes
    Operator's legal entity on the website
    Yes
    • Private sellers can list a car for free
    • Well-rated app
    • Names the operator and its registration number
    • Buyers can order a vehicle history report
  3. 4

    Motorway

    56/100
    Vehicle history report (VIN or plate)
    Yes
    Safe deal or buyer protection
    Not verified
    Free ad for a private seller
    No
    Operator's legal entity on the website
    Yes
    • Names the operator and its registration number
    • Buyers can order a vehicle history report
    • Gives a market price estimate for a car
    • Verifies sellers (phone, ID or dealer check)
  4. 5

    webuyanycar

    48/100
    Vehicle history report (VIN or plate)
    Yes
    Safe deal or buyer protection
    Not verified
    Free ad for a private seller
    No
    Operator's legal entity on the website
    Yes
    • Names the operator and its registration number
    • Buyers can order a vehicle history report
    • Gives a market price estimate for a car
    • Long-established site