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Start with official DVLA and DVSA data, an explainable MOT history score, repeated-issue detection and mileage analysis. Add licensed hidden-history checks only when you need them.
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AB12 CDENo risk markers
2019
Volkswagen Golf
1.5 TSI · Petrol · Black
92MOT history score
MOTValid
TaxTaxed
FinanceClear
StolenClear
Illustrative preview — actual results depend on available records
Explainable MOT score
Repeated issue detection
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Licensed checksFinance, stolen and write-off data
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Autrace first explains the official record: score components, repeated issue categories and mileage consistency. You only pay when licensed hidden-history data is useful.
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