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CarVertical vs Carpeep: Which Is Better for UK Buyers?
CarVertical markets heavily on foreign history and imported cars. Carpeep is built specifically for UK buyers and UK data. Both cover finance, write-offs, theft and mileage, but they solve slightly different problems at very different price points.
Quick verdict
- CarVertical: Best for imports and foreign history. £33.99 list price.
- Carpeep: Best for UK-only cars. One clear report for £15.
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What CarVertical Is Best For
CarVertical sits above most UK providers on price and leans heavily on international data. It is the right tool if the car may have been registered, damaged or sold abroad. For an imported car or one with gaps in its UK history, the extra cost can be worth it.
For an ordinary UK car with no foreign history, you are paying for data you do not need.
What Carpeep Is Best For
Carpeep is UK-only. It covers DVLA records, outstanding finance, insurance write-offs (Cat S, Cat N, Cat A, Cat B), stolen vehicle records, MOT history and mileage analysis — the checks that actually decide whether a UK car is safe to buy. It is £15, fixed, no tiers.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | CarVertical | Carpeep |
|---|---|---|
| UK finance | Yes | Yes |
| UK write-offs | Yes | Yes |
| Theft | Yes | Yes |
| Mileage | Yes | Yes |
| Foreign history | Strong | UK only |
| Price | £33.99 | £15 |
Verdict
Use CarVertical when foreign history is a real risk. For a standard UK car, Carpeep gives you everything you need at less than half the price. See our CarVertical alternative page for more detail.
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Before you transfer thousands for a used car, see the risks clearly – finance, write-off history, theft and mileage – in a single UK-focused report.
- Outstanding finance and agreement type, so you don’t accidentally buy a car the lender still owns
- Write-off categories and serious damage history that can affect safety and resale value
- Police theft records and scrapped status checks
- MOT history and mileage analysis to highlight potential clocking or long gaps off the road
Frequently asked questions
Is CarVertical good for UK cars?
CarVertical covers UK vehicles and is particularly strong when a car may have foreign history or was imported. For a UK-only car, a UK-focused provider like Carpeep is usually cheaper and more relevant.
How much does CarVertical cost?
CarVertical lists a single report at around £33.99, with a discount pop-up often shown at checkout. Carpeep is a fixed £15 per report with no tiers or pop-up pricing.
When should I choose CarVertical over Carpeep?
Choose CarVertical when the car may have foreign history — for example, imports, ex-military vehicles or cars registered abroad. For UK-only vehicles, Carpeep is the simpler and cheaper choice.