Vehicle Checker
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MOT Checker
Check MOT status, expiry dates, mileage history and previous MOT test results.
Vehicle Tax Checker
Live tax and SORN status from the DVLA, with the next tax due date at a glance.
Vehicle Information
See make, model, colour, fuel type, engine size and full MOT records.
MOTMate Vehicle Insights
Useful MOT checks, failure areas and vehicle information to help UK drivers stay informed.
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Days before MOT expiry is a good time to start checking
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Common MOT areas drivers should inspect before a test
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Built for UK drivers checking MOT and tax information
Common MOT Failure Areas
Before your MOT, these are some of the main areas worth checking:
- Lights: headlights, brake lights and indicators
- Tyres: tread depth, pressure and visible damage
- Brakes: unusual noises or poor stopping power
- Wipers: damaged blades or empty screenwash
- Suspension: knocking noises or uneven ride
- Number plates: readable and securely fitted
Pre-MOT Checklist
MOT History Information
MOTMate UK can display useful MOT history information from available vehicle records.
- Previous MOT results
- Expiry dates
- Mileage history
- Advisories
- Major and dangerous defects
MOT history can help drivers understand a vehicle’s condition over time.
Vehicle Tax & MOT Tools
MOTMate UK is designed to bring key vehicle checks into one clean and simple platform.
MOT Countdown
When an MOT expiry date is available, MOTMate calculates how many days are left before expiry.
Vehicle Details
- Make and model
- Fuel type
- Colour
- Engine size
- MOT records
Vehicle Tax Status
Live tax and SORN status pulled from the DVLA Vehicle Enquiry API.
Check MOT and tax information from one place.
Why drivers can use MOTMate UK
Tyre Checks Before Your MOT
Tyres are one of the most important safety checks before an MOT. UK car tyres must have at least 1.6mm tread depth across the central three-quarters and around the full circumference.
Check Your Tyre Tread
Low tread depth can reduce grip, especially in wet weather. Use a tyre tread depth gauge or the 20p coin check as a quick guide.
- Legal minimum tread depth: 1.6mm
- Check across the central three-quarters of the tyre
- Check around the full tyre circumference
- Replace tyres before they become unsafe
Common Tyre MOT Problems
Tyres can fail an MOT if they are worn, damaged, incorrectly fitted or unsafe.
- Low tread depth
- Sidewall cuts, bulges or cracks
- Exposed cords or serious damage
- Incorrect tyre size or structure
- Uneven wear caused by tracking or suspension issues
Quick Tyre Checklist
Tip: uneven tyre wear can point to tracking, suspension or alignment issues.
How To Check Tyre Tread Depth
Checking tyre tread depth only takes a few minutes and can help keep your vehicle safe and legal for the MOT test.
The 20p Coin Test
Insert a 20p coin into the main tyre tread grooves.
- If the outer band of the coin is hidden, the tread is usually above the legal limit
- If the outer band is visible, your tyres may be illegal and unsafe
- Check several areas across each tyre
Important: this is only a quick guide. A proper tread depth gauge is more accurate.
Using A Tread Depth Gauge
A tyre tread depth gauge gives a more accurate reading than the coin test.
- Insert the gauge into the tread groove
- Press the base flat against the tyre
- Read the measurement shown
- Repeat across different parts of the tyre
Why Tread Depth Matters
Worn tyres reduce grip and increase stopping distances, especially in rain and poor weather conditions.
Drivers can receive fines and penalty points for illegal tyres.
Free UK MOT Check & Car Tax Checker
MOTMate is a free UK car tax checker and MOT history checker. Enter any UK registration plate above to check your vehicle’s MOT expiry date, see whether the car is taxed or declared SORN, and view every MOT test the vehicle has ever taken — passes, failures, advisories and recorded mileage at each test. All results come directly from official DVSA and DVLA records, the same data the government uses.
Check your MOT expiry date
Not sure when your MOT is due? Search your registration and MOTMate shows the exact expiry date, plus how many days you have left. Driving without a valid MOT can mean a fine of up to £1,000 — and it can invalidate your insurance. You can renew your MOT up to a month (minus a day) before it expires while keeping the same renewal date.
Check car tax and SORN status
MOTMate also checks whether a vehicle is taxed, untaxed or registered off-road (SORN), along with the next tax due date. Driving an untaxed vehicle can lead to an £80 fine or more, so it’s worth checking — especially after buying a car, since road tax no longer transfers between owners.
Check MOT history before buying a used car
A vehicle’s full MOT history is one of the best free tools for used car buyers. Mileage recorded at every test helps you spot clocking, repeated failures reveal recurring problems, and old advisories show what previous owners ignored. MOTMate puts the complete DVSA record on one page in seconds — free, with no signup — for any car, van or motorbike registered in England, Scotland or Wales.