Buying guides
Checks and know-how before you buy a used car.
Car Write-Off Categories Explained: Cat A, B, S and N
Write-off categories explained: what Cat A, B, S and N mean, whether to buy a Cat S or Cat N car, and how a write-off affects insurance, finance and value.
Read guideHow to Check MOT History for Free (and What to Look For)
Check MOT history free with just the registration. See what each DVSA record shows, how to read advisories and the red flags to spot before buying a used car.
Read guideHow to Spot a Clocked Car: Signs the Mileage Has Been Wound Back
A clocked car has had its mileage wound back. Learn how to check MOT mileage records, spot the physical signs and what to do if you've bought a clocked car.
Read guideUsed Car Buying Checklist: What to Check Before You Buy
Our used car buying checklist covers the key checks before, during and after a viewing: MOT history, V5C, bodywork, test drive, safe payment and your rights.
Read guideOfficial DVLA and DVSA data
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