Any-one with access to a free REG checker?

ash_scotland88 · 13 Jun 2011 at 20:11

Just possibly going to view a car tomorow and just wondering if some-one has access to a reg checker to save me a few pennies.

If some-one can then I'll post the reg plate.

West · 13 Jun 2011 at 20:50

If by 'Reg Checker' you mean HPI check, I very much doubt you'll get that on here as it will reveal personal info about someones car?

Uriel · 13 Jun 2011 at 21:01

If you want much detail you'll have to pay.

You can check the tax status and a few vehicle details for free: http://www.taxdisc.direct.gov.uk/EvlPortalApp/

cuke2u · 14 Jun 2011 at 09:21

Hi, your linky...
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Will Gill · 14 Jun 2011 at 09:23

its not tricky, just remove the last part of the link

http://www.taxdisc.direct.gov.uk/EvlPortalApp/

hit vehicle enquiry, or post the reg here, simples

ash_scotland88 · 14 Jun 2011 at 20:18

What does the "vehicle status" mean? It comes up with "license not due"

Uriel · 14 Jun 2011 at 20:23

Means it's got more than a month's road tax left.

jon.bda · 14 Jun 2011 at 20:23

ash_scotland88 said:
What does the "vehicle status" mean? It comes up with "license not due"

That means its taxed iirc...

Fr0dders · 14 Jun 2011 at 20:34

ash_scotland88 said:
What does the "vehicle status" mean? It comes up with "license not due"

it only tells you its tax status.

If you want a cheap HPI check. Try https://www.mytextcheck.com/

or alternatively just pay for a proper one. Very few on here have unlimited free HPI checks.

ash_scotland88 · 14 Jun 2011 at 20:43

eeek, 4owners covering 110,000miles, V reg.
It's a pug306 1.8Meridian, £700ono, so maybe £650.
I am in Edinburgh and Seller is in Fife but has already possibly said to meet at the bridge.
I know it depends on the actual condition of the car, engine etc, but at 4owners. A walk away situation?

Fr0dders · 14 Jun 2011 at 20:47

4 owners isn't unreasonable for a 10 year old car.

if you can get the seller to bring the V5 with them, and you've got internet on your mobile, you can check the MOT history at the road side.

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/OwningAVehicle/Mot/DG_10020539

very usefull as it shows what sort of things its failed its previous MOTs for !

He's unlikely to text you it over prior to meeting, but could always ring somebody at home to put it through the computer to check what its been up to if you can't do it on your mobile

ash_scotland88 · 14 Jun 2011 at 20:49

Well emailed the guy last week asking question, but never thought about the usual cam belt and what sort of service history it would come with.

[TW]Fox · 14 Jun 2011 at 20:50

4 owners on an old 306? Not an issue, and thats coming from somebody who is bonkers-fussy over only buying 1 owner cars.

jon.bda · 14 Jun 2011 at 20:54

ash_scotland88 said:
eeek, 4owners covering 110,000miles, V reg.
It's a pug306 1.8Meridian, £700ono, so maybe £650.
I am in Edinburgh and Seller is in Fife but has already possibly said to meet at the bridge.
I know it depends on the actual condition of the car, engine etc, but at 4owners. A walk away situation?

Its a snotter mate, hardly a prestige motor...
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