Comparison
FindServiceHistory vs MyCarCheck — two different problems
MyCarCheck is one of several HPI-style provenance services. We're not. Here's exactly what each one covers and when to use which.
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 MyCarCheck
| Feature | FindServiceHistory | MyCarCheck |
|---|---|---|
| Primary focus | Manufacturer service history + MOT | Provenance — finance, theft, write-off, mileage |
| Manufacturer service records | ✓ Included | ✗ Not focus of product |
| Price (single check) | £9.99 | From £1.95 (basic) up to £14.99 |
| No-result refund | ✓ Automatic refund | Varies by plan |
| Data source | Direct from manufacturer dealer systems | DVLA, insurer, finance house feeds |
| Best for | Verifying service history before buying or selling | Quick low-cost provenance lookup before fuller checks |
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 manufacturer-logged service records — proof the car has been maintained at franchised dealers — to verify a seller's claims or recover lost paperwork.
Run a Service History CheckUse MyCarCheck when…
You want a low-cost first-pass provenance check before deciding whether to invest in a full pre-purchase inspection.
We don't link out to MyCarCheck — visit their website if you need their specific data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does MyCarCheck include manufacturer service history?
MyCarCheck is primarily a provenance/HPI-style check covering finance, write-offs, stolen status and DVLA data. Manufacturer-logged dealer service entries are not the focus.
How does FindServiceHistory differ from MyCarCheck?
We retrieve service entries direct from manufacturer dealer systems — the records that show whether the car has actually been serviced and where. MyCarCheck focuses on the legal/financial side. Different data, different use case.
Should I get both?
If you're buying a used car, running both gives you a complete picture: provenance (no finance, not stolen, not written off) plus maintenance (real service history).
What about pricing?
FindServiceHistory is £9.99 — card not charged if no records are found. MyCarCheck pricing varies by plan — typically a few pounds for a basic check, more for full reports.
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