Previous owner car check

Owner history is a big factor to consider when you’re buying a used car. Our hpi check® service tells you how many previous owners a vehicle has had and more

Car owner history check from the only official hpi check®

Accurate data from reliable sources, backed by our £30,000 guarantee

Previous owners is just one data point out of the 80+ provide

What's included with our car owner history check?

Using hpi check® gives you vital information to help you steer clear of fraud with your next car purchase. Our vehicle ownership history check can tell you:

✔ The number of previous owners: Find out how many times the keys have passed hands since the car was registered.

✔ Whether this matches what’s in the logbook: Confirm if the vehicle logbook (V5C) has the same number of owners recorded to ensure everything lines up.

✔ If the car has been stolen: A mismatched car owner history could be a sign that you’re dealing with a stolen vehicle. Make sure a seller has the legal right to sell.

Our full hpi check® provides information on over 80 data points, including the above. Find out if a car has ever failed its MOT, had a mileage discrepancy, been written off and much more. Take a look at our sample hpi check® report to see everything included.

Why check a car's number of previous owners?

Knowing how many owners a car has had can tell you a lot about its history. Many previous owners, especially in a small amount of time, could signal trouble. The vehicle may have been sold on because of repeat or serious problems – something you don’t want to take on as the new owner. Fewer owners relative to the age or mileage of the car is usually a good sign.

Another reason to check past vehicle ownership details is to confirm the accuracy of information provided by the seller. The records we dig out should match what’s found in the car’s V5C logbook. A higher number of previous owners usually devalues a car, so false information could mean you’re buying a car that’s worth less than you’re paying. If you come to sell down the line, this could cause quite a shock.

Checking a car’s previous owners and finding out more about the owner history is a worthwhile step to put your mind at ease. Knowing the logbook details are correct and that it’s not been stolen can help you buy your next used car with confidence.

Buying a used car without checking its owner history is a risk not worth taking. There are about 200,000 stolen log books out there on the market – our tools alone uncover 109 stolen vehicles per day. A hidden past could spell financial disaster for you. But a quick check ensures you're not inheriting a car with more history than advertised.

Where does your car owner history data come from?

The data we provided in our hpi check® reports comes from a range of reliable sources such as the Police and the Association of British Insurers. We check how many owners a car has had by sourcing information directly from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).

We take pride in providing highly accurate information from reputable sources so you can verify the information provided by the seller. If our information is wrong and you lose money because of it, you’ll be covered by our £30,000 guarantee.

Why find previous car owner history with hpi check®?

✔ The official hpi check®: We’re the only provider of the genuine hpi check®. It’s a registered trademark. Beware of other companies offering imitations or free alternatives.

✔ Industry pioneers: We were the original provider of vehicle history checks. Trust the experience and expertise we’ve gained over more than 80 years.

✔ Accuracy guarantee: We’re confident in the reliability of our data, so much so that we’ll cover you up to £30,000 for any financial loss caused by inaccuracies.

✔ Support when you need it: Our specialist data support team is on hand seven days a week if you need to query anything about your previous owner car check.

hpi check® - The car check trusted by millions

“Saw the car I wanted, checked the car through your website, and how relieved I was that I did check its history. It was an insurance write-off, and the mileage was incorrect. Saved me from a very bad situation, and having a conman making my life a misery. Money well spent. Thanks”

“We used HPI check because we trusted their information on a used car that we wanted to purchase. In the world of used cars this proved to be invaluable advice, we would recommend anyone thinking of buying a quality used car to use this service.”

“Using HPI Check is, for me, an essential part of buying a car. Unlike some other aspects of buying a car, this one is straightforward, quick, and given the potential should things not be in order, it is excellent value for money. It also means that I trust the many other offers that come through HPI Check. Excellent!”

“Informative and accurate. Good service.”

Check a car's owner history today

Find out how many owners a car has had with reliable previous owner data – part of our comprehensive hpi check®. You’ll get your report instantly, giving you the insights needed to make the right decision for you and buy with confidence. Enter the reg below to get started.