Check VOSA and DVSA vehicle mileage
See every MOT mileage reading on file, newest first, with drops flagged when a later reading is lower.
Readings come from MOT tests, so cars under three years old usually have none yet. A clean timeline is useful, but still check service stamps and wear on the car itself.
Pair this with the MOT tool if you need pass and fail history as well.
Mileage check FAQs
- How do I check VOSA mileage history for free?
- Enter any UK vehicle registration above. Caroat instantly fetches the official DVSA and VOSA test history database to display every recorded odometer reading in chronological order.
- What is the difference between VOSA and DVSA mileage records?
- VOSA (Vehicle and Operator Services Agency) was the government body responsible for MOT testing until 2014, when it became the DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency). All historic test records from both eras are preserved in the same official database.
- How can I spot if a car has been clocked?
- Compare the mileage figures year by year. If an odometer reading is lower than a reading recorded in a previous year, or if the mileage stays flat for multiple years and then jumps unexpectedly, the car may have been clocked or fitted with a replacement dashboard cluster.
- What is considered normal average mileage in the UK?
- The average UK car covers between 7,000 and 8,000 miles per year. Cars covering significantly higher miles may experience accelerated mechanical wear, while very low-mileage cars left standing can suffer from seized brakes, battery degradation, and perishing rubber seals.
- Are mileage readings recorded for cars under 3 years old?
- No. MOT testing only begins when a passenger car reaches 3 years of age (4 years in Northern Ireland). Mileage accrued before the first MOT test can be checked via dealer service books, digital service logs, or a full history check.