Comparison
FindServiceHistory vs AA Vehicle Check — complementary, not competing
The AA's vehicle check covers finance, write-offs and theft. We cover service history. Most used-car buyers benefit from running both before committing to a purchase.
Find Your Car's Service History Online
Check your car's service history using official UK manufacturer dealership records. Enter a registration number to see every franchised dealer service on file — dates, mileages, and work performed.
Full dealership records for BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Ford, Toyota, Volkswagen and many more — plus partial coverage for many others. Your card is authorised but not charged unless we find records.
FindServiceHistory vs AA Vehicle Check
| Feature | FindServiceHistory | AA Vehicle Check |
|---|---|---|
| Primary focus | Manufacturer service history + MOT | Finance, write-offs, stolen, mileage anomalies |
| Manufacturer service records | ✓ Included | ✗ Not included |
| Price (single check) | £9.99 | From ~£14.99 (single check) |
| No-result refund | ✓ Automatic refund | No specific no-data refund |
| Data source | Direct from manufacturer dealer systems | DVLA, insurer, finance house data |
| Best for | Verifying service history before buying or selling | Legal and financial provenance |
Comparison reflects publicly available pricing and service descriptions at time of writing. Always check the competitor's site for the latest details.
Which one should you use?
Use FindServiceHistory when…
You want to verify maintenance history, recover lost service records, or prove a full digital service history when selling.
Run a Service History CheckUse AA Vehicle Check when…
You need to confirm there's no outstanding finance, no write-off marker, and the car isn't reported stolen.
We don't link out to AA Vehicle Check — visit their website if you need their specific data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the AA car check include service history?
The AA's standard vehicle check is provenance-focused (finance, write-offs, theft, mileage). It does not include manufacturer-logged service entries from franchised dealers.
Which is better value — AA Vehicle Check or FindServiceHistory?
They cover different things, so it's not a like-for-like comparison. FindServiceHistory at £9.99 (with card not charged if no records) is good value if your goal is verifying maintenance history. AA is better if you need the legal/financial provenance side.
Can I get manufacturer service records from the AA?
No — manufacturer-logged service records are a separate data source not currently included in standard AA vehicle checks.
Is FindServiceHistory affiliated with the AA?
No. We're an independent UK service. We don't share customers, data, or branding with the AA.
Ready to check a service history?
Enter the UK registration above. Reports arrive in minutes — your card is not charged if no manufacturer records are found.
Run a Service History Check — £9.99