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Total Car Check vs Carpeep: Full UK Report Comparison
Total Car Check advertises a free preview and then charges for the full report. Carpeep is a single flat £15 for every core UK check. This page breaks down what you actually get in each.
Quick verdict
- Total Car Check: Free teaser, paid upgrade for finance/write-offs.
- Carpeep: One £15 report, everything included, no tiers.
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What Total Car Check Includes
The free preview shows basic DVLA details, tax status, MOT history and some mileage information. The paid report is where outstanding finance, insurance write-off categories, stolen records and full keeper history live. If you only care about MOT and tax, the free preview is enough. If you are buying the car, you need the paid upgrade.
What Carpeep Includes
Every Carpeep report includes outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, stolen vehicle records, mileage history, keeper changes, MOT history and DVLA details. One fixed price: £15. No tiers, no upgrades, no add-ons.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Total Car Check | Carpeep |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Basic preview | Free car check |
| Finance in base price | Paid tier only | Included |
| Write-offs in base price | Paid tier only | Included |
| Tier confusion | Yes | No |
| Full report price | Variable | £15 |
Verdict
If all you want is a free glance at MOT and tax, Total Car Check's preview works. For a real car-buying decision you need finance, write-off and theft data — and Carpeep includes all of that in one £15 report without the tier game.
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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 Total Car Check free?
Total Car Check offers a free basic preview but charges for the full paid report which adds finance, write-off and theft data. Carpeep is a single full report at £15.
Does Total Car Check include finance checks?
Finance checks sit behind the paid Total Car Check report. Carpeep includes outstanding finance in every £15 report with no tiers.
Which is better value for UK buyers?
Carpeep includes all core UK checks in one £15 report with no upsells. Total Car Check uses a tiered model where the headline price is lower but the full check costs more to unlock.