Can I check the MoT status of a vehicle I'm buying?

Can I check the MoT status of a vehicle I'm buying?

Asked on 11 January 2018 by Peter Davenport

Answered by Georgia Petrie
As long as you know the reg number you can. Just go here and enter the reg and it'll tell you when (or if) the MoT was done and if it's taxed as well: vehicleenquiry.service.gov.uk
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