First-Ever Service History Checks Launched for Car Buyers in the UK

The UK used car market has changed significantly. For the first time, buyers can now access verified service history checks directly within a vehicle check report by the help of CarAnalytics.

Why service history checks matter for buyers

Until now, MOT history was the only official online maintenance record available. It confirmed test results and mileage but did not prove whether cars were serviced correctly.

Drivers who wanted service history records had to rely on garages, dealerships, or previous owners for receipts, logbooks, and paper stamps. This often left frustrating gaps.

By integrating service history checks into car history reports, buyers can now verify maintenance details in the same way they already check MOT history and mileage.

How buyers searched for service records until now

Traditionally, UK buyers used:

• Stamped service books kept by garages, often lost or falsified.
• Phone calls to garages or dealerships hoping records were stored.
• Receipts from previous owners for proof of repairs or servicing.
• MOT mileage history as a rough guide to spot inconsistencies.

These methods were time-consuming and unreliable. Many buyers simply gave up, purchasing cars without knowing if proper maintenance had been done.

Benefits of a verified service history record

Having a complete service record is more than a resale advantage. It reassures buyers about safety, reliability, and hidden costs after purchase.

Cars with full records usually command higher prices. Those with incomplete or missing entries often lose value quickly, even if the vehicle is otherwise sound.

Insurers and warranty providers also use service records. Without proof of maintenance, claims may be denied, and warranties can be voided.

Check car service history with CarAnalytics

Today, you can easily check car service history online. Simply enter a vehicle’s registration number in the CarAnalytics free car history check tool.

The report shows MOT history, mileage data, and basic vehicle details. Since MOT records reveal how a car has been maintained over the years, they provide the perfect foundation for assessing service history.

Upgrading to a service history check then adds verified records from manufacturer-authorised garages, filling in the gaps beyond MOT results and giving a complete picture of the car’s upkeep.

This gives buyers clear answers in minutes, without chasing garages, dealers, or paperwork.

Car service history checks for popular models

CarAnalytics provides service history records for almost all major car brands in the UK. These records are verified through manufacturer-authorised garages, replacing unreliable paper logbooks with digital accuracy.

Some of the most popular brands we offer:

• BMW service history check
• Ford service history check
• Volkswagen service history check
• Land Rover service history check
• Skoda service history check
• Jaguar service history check
• Audi service history check
• Mercedes service history check
• Toyota service history check
• Nissan service history check

Whenever a service is recorded by an authorised dealer, CarAnalytics integrates it directly into the report. This creates a transparent maintenance record that helps you buy with confidence.

Who benefits from car service history checks

• Everyday buyers can finally make informed decisions before committing money.
• Dealers and part-exchange buyers avoid stock with hidden problems.
• Fleet managers maintain compliance and improve resale values across company cars.

By combining MOT data, mileage checks, and digital service records, these reports provide one of the clearest pictures of a car’s true condition.

The risks of ignoring service history

Skipping a service history check can lead to expensive mistakes. Common risks inde:

• Cars with skipped oil services or missed belt changes
• Unexpected repairs soon after purchase
• Lower resale values
• Insurance or warranty disputes

Fraud remains an issue too. Paper service stamps are still forged, and without verification, buyers may pay more for poorly maintained vehicles.

A new standard for transparency

The introduction of service history checks marks a new standard for transparency in the UK used car market.

By combining official MOT history with OEM-verified servicing data, these reports create trust between buyers and sellers.

For drivers of popular models like the Ford Fiesta, Volkswagen Golf, or BMW 3 Series, service records are no longer hidden behind garage desks.

This change means buyers no longer rely only on MOT results or seller promises. They can now see the full story of a car’s upkeep before buying.