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- Previous owners
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Theft Status
Theft record found
Currently reported as stolen
Status:Stolen
Date reported:13 Feb 2026
Police force:Metropolitan Police
Insurer:Esure Glasgow
Insurance loss date:14 Feb 2026
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Finance Status
Outstanding finance
Outstanding finance
Finance Company:Tandem Bank Limited
Agreement Number:HP1234567
Agreement Type:Hire purchase
Start Date:01/11/2025
Agreement Term:60 months
Contact Number:44 0191 492 1919
Outstanding finance
If the seller hasn't settled their loan, the finance company still owns the car. We surface every UK provider.
Write-Off History
Information found
Write-Off Record
Category:S (Structural Damage)
Date:18/05/2023
Insurer:ZURICH INSURANCE
Claim Number:02798272
Cause of Damage:Accident
Damage Locations:Rear NearsideRear Offside
Accident history
All insurance write-off categories with date, insurer and damage detail for every recorded write-off.
Ownership
Previous keepers
Total Keepers: 3
3
Third Owner
Since 12 Jan 2022
CURRENT
3y 4m
2
Second Owner
Nov 2021 → Jan 2022
2 months
1
First Owner
Oct 2014 → Nov 2021
7y 1m
Ownership history
Every owner, in order, with how long each kept the car.
Mileage
Information found
Mileage
72,701
miles
Mileage Issues
Issue Detected
Miles Last Year
3,362
miles
Avg Mileage
3,946
miles/year
Mileage history
Every recorded mileage reading, plotted in order. Rollbacks and tampering stand out the moment something doesn't add up.
Import Status
Information found
Import Status
Status:Non EU
First registered in UK:12/04/2022
Details:First registered outside the UK
Import, export & scrapped
International Import and export records with the date and region. Scrap markers if vehicle has been marked as destroyed.
MOT & Tax
Information found
MOT Expired
Expired on:17 Apr 2026
Last test:20 Apr 2026 · FAIL
Mileage:41,200 miles
Defects (3):Tyre treadBrake padEngine MIL
Tax Status
SORN
Annual Tax
£260
CO2 Emissions
223
g/km
ULEZ Status
Compliant
MOT & tax
Every MOT test with defects and advisories. Plus current tax status, CO2 emissions and ULEZ compliance.
Vehicle Details
Vehicle specs & identity
Make and Model
MERCEDES-BENZ A200
Year
2014
First Registration
23 October 2014
Fuel
Diesel
Engine
2143cc
Max Power
134 BHP
Engine Number
651901·30·420
VIN ending
36237
Vehicle specification
The vehicle's full identity in one place. A VIN match against DVLA records confirms the plate and the car actually belong together.
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Check any car on UK roads.
From a first-car hatchback to the newest electric SUV, if it's registered in the UK, Carpeep runs the full history check.
We check all UK registered vehicles including Ford, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Nissan, Toyota, Honda, Peugeot, Renault, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Skoda, SEAT, Land Rover, Volvo, Mini, Jaguar, Fiat, Citroën, Dacia and Tesla.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a car history check show?
A car history check can show important records before you buy a used car, including outstanding finance, stolen markers, insurance write-off history, mileage issues, MOT history, owners, import/export status, scrapped status, and more.
Can I check if a car has outstanding finance?
Yes. An outstanding finance check shows whether finance is recorded against the vehicle. This is one of the biggest risks when buying a used car because the lender may still have a legal interest in it.
Does a car history check show accident history?
A vehicle history check can show insurance write-off records, including Cat S, Cat N, and older write-off categories where available. This is the main recorded accident-related data used by buyers to spot serious previous damage.
Are there subscriptions or hidden fees?
No. You pay once for the vehicle history report. There are no subscriptions, renewals, or hidden charges.
Is this the same as an HPI check?
It is an HPI-style vehicle history check. You enter the registration and get a paid report showing key UK vehicle history records before buying a used car.
Can I check if a car has been stolen?
Yes. A stolen car check shows whether a stolen marker is recorded against the vehicle. You should always check this before paying a deposit or buying privately.
Can I check a car’s mileage history?
Yes. A mileage check compares recorded mileage from available vehicle records and can help spot mileage issues, mileage discrepancies, or signs of clocking.
When should I run a car history check?
Run a car history check before paying a deposit, travelling to view the car, or agreeing to buy. It is most useful before you are emotionally or financially committed.
Can I check vans, motorbikes, or other vehicles?
Yes. You can check cars, vans, motorbikes, and other UK-registered vehicles by entering the registration.
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