HPI Vehicle Checks

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Getting a vehicle check

Vehicle checks are a matter of personal choice, but they can make all the difference when it comes to buying a second-hand car.

Every year, thousands of car buyers throughout the UK find themselves with hidden problems, invisible even to the trained eye. These can include write-offs, stolen cars, cars with clocked mileage, and cloned vehicles. A vehicle check gives you guaranteed peace of mind that your car is none of the above.

What does a vehicle check entail?

For an initial check, all you need is the registration mark, but for a complete check you will need your vehicle identification number (VIN), the mileage and your V5 registration document issue date and serial number. The details of your car are then checked against a huge variety of records to make certain of its legitimacy, status and mileage.

What risks could I face without a vehicle check?

Outstanding finance is the greatest risk. When a loan is unpaid and a new buyer purchases the vehicle, they do not acquire the title and will not effectively own it. Cars sold in the used-car market can have been written off by insurers, but still make it back onto the road. Many cars are stolen each year, and these are often sold as bargains. Cars that have had their mileage changes (clocked) are also common, as are cloned vehicles that have been stolen and disguised as another vehicle.

How do I get a vehicle check?

Who are HPI?

HPI have been checking the histories of used cars since 1938. They are the original, and regarded by many as the best. They have access to more car data than anyone else, and are true experts in this field.