Vehicle Identification for UK and Europe
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Turn a registration number into the vehicle information your business needs. The One Auto API Registration Lookup API supports vehicle identification in the UK and Ireland, helping websites, apps and software platforms create faster customer journeys and more efficient business processes.
A VRM lookup lets users identify a vehicle without working through lengthy make, model and derivative menus. Customers enter their registration, confirm the vehicle and continue. Business users can populate records without manually copying details between systems.
For UK lookups, we offer services from Vehicle Data Global, Experian and Solifi. Each supports different requirements, from fast identification to technical information and connections with pricing, equipment and maintenance datasets.
Businesses looking for a DVLA vehicle enquiry API often need more than basic registration information. The best source depends on response speed, the fields your application requires and how you intend to use the result.
One Auto API gives you access to three UK providers through a single platform. You can choose the service that fits your workflow or use different providers across your applications.
Vehicle Data Global provides low-latency UK DVLA lookups alongside extended model data. It is a strong option for websites and applications where vehicle identification needs to feel immediate and users need useful model information.
An insurance quotation website can retrieve vehicle details at the start of an enquiry. A vehicle buying platform can identify a car before requesting mileage and condition information. Dealer software can populate a stock record without asking staff to enter each field manually.
Combining fast responses with extended model information makes this service useful for customer journeys and high-volume business processes.
Experian provides trusted DVLA lookups favoured by aftersales businesses. Its vehicle identification data includes technical data and the MVRIS code, supporting applications that need more detail than a basic registration match.
Workshops use Experian identification within booking systems and job-card creation. Aftersales platforms can retrieve vehicle details before directing users towards relevant services or requesting additional data. Software providers can also use the MVRIS code to support parts identification.
Solifi DataDirect provides registration lookup with an IDS code, connecting the identified vehicle to further Solifi datasets covering list pricing, standard equipment, available options and Service, Maintenance and Repair (SMR).
This makes Solifi particularly useful when identification needs to lead into a detailed commercial workflow. Leasing and fleet management software can connect a vehicle to pricing, equipment and cost options to help with workflows relating to new vehicle orders, and P11D reporting. Dealer and classified platforms can enrich vehicle descriptions, and fleets can retrieve SMR data to support maintenance budgeting.
The IDS code provides a consistent model reference across these services.
Our car registration API also supports vehicle identification in Europe.
Europeean dealers, insurers, software providers and automotive websites can use registration lookup to retrieve vehicle details and simplify their processes.
An automotive locksmith can identify a vehicle before assessing a customer’s requirements. An insurance journey can populate vehicle information before collecting quotation details. A dealer can establish which vehicle is being appraised before requesting valuation or history data.
Businesses handling vehicles imported from other markets may need information from mutiple endpoints. We can help you combine registration lookups with other datasets, according to the vehicle and the information required.
A vehicle registration API often provides the first step in a broader process. Where the selected service returns a VIN, you can use it to access deeper datasets covering vehicle history, valuations, specifications and manufacturer build information.
A dealer assessing a part-exchange might identify the vehicle, request valuations and check provenance. A parts retailer may use the VIN to retrieve OE build information and distinguish between configurations. A consumer vehicle history platform can confirm the vehicle before running its report checks.
VINs and provider-specific identifiers, such as Solifi’s IDS code, help connect the right vehicle with the next dataset your workflow needs.
A reg lookup API can replace several vehicle selection steps with a registration entry and confirmation. Vehicle buying websites, finance applications, insurance platforms and consumer vehicle check services can all benefit from shorter journeys and less manual input.
Within business software, a vehicle lookup API helps dealers create stock records, workshops open job cards and fleet teams add vehicles to management systems. Claims teams and lenders can connect identification with supporting checks and valuations.
| Data Provider | Endpoint | Description | Average Latency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cartell | Vehicle Identity (Ireland) from VRM | VRM lookup for Ireland, returning registration and technical data, along with NCT due date. | 322 ms |
| Experian | Vehicle Identity | DVLA registration lookup from Experian including technical data for accurate vehicle identification. Suitable for high volume use cases. | 181 ms |
| Solifi Vehicle Data | DVLA Data and IDS Code from VRM | Identify the IDS Code for a car or light commercial vehicle, along with basic technical details and DVLA data including tax status. | 752 ms |
| Vehicle Data Global | Vehicle Details from VRM | Low latency DVLA lookup from VRM, including keeper and plate changes. Ideal for high volume use cases where performance is a priority. | 71 ms |
| Vehicle Data Global | Vehicle & Model Details from VRM | VRM Lookup with extended model details, including battery and charge time data. Ideal for enhancing stock locators. | 76 ms |
| Cartell | Vehicle Identity (Malta) from VRM | Convert a Maltese number plate into vehicle data and VIN. Simplify identification for websites and software without manual VIN entry. | 232 ms |
| Cartell | Vehicle Identity (Netherlands) from VRM | Convert a Dutch number plate (kenteken) into vehicle data. Simplify identification for websites, dealerships and automotive software. | 341 ms |
| Cartell | Vehicle Identity (Norway) from VRM | Convert a Norwegian number plate (nummerskilt) into vehicle data and VIN. Simplify identification for websites, dealerships and automotive software. | 458 ms |
| Cartell | Vehicle Identity (Portugal) from VRM | Convert a Portuguese number plate (matricula) into vehicle data and VIN. Simplify identification for websites and software without manual VIN entry. | 1381 ms |
| Cartell | Vehicle Identity (Spain) from VRM | Convert a Spanish number plate (matricula) into vehicle data and VIN. Simplify identification for websites and software without manual VIN entry. | 706 ms |
| Cartell | Vehicle Identity (Sweden) from VRM | Convert a Swedish number plate (nummerplåt) into vehicle data and VIN. Simplify identification for websites, dealerships and automotive software. | 565 ms |
{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_registration_mark": "171XX3",
"manufacturer_desc": "NISSAN",
"model_desc": "LEAF",
"derivative_desc": "E TEKNA 5DR AUTO",
"body_type_desc": "HATCHBACK",
"first_registration_date": "2017-01-27",
"first_registration_ireland_date": "2020-01-01",
"fuel_type_desc": "ELECTRIC",
"engine_number": "082479Z",
"engine_capacity_cc": 0,
"vehicle_identification_number": "ABCDE123456F78910",
"transmission_desc": "Automatic",
"power_bhp": 109,
"power_kw": 81,
"power_desc": "109BHP",
"colour": "RED",
"co2_gkm": 0,
"number_doors": 5,
"number_gears": 1,
"manufactured_year": 2017,
"gross_vehicleweight_kg": 1945,
"number_seats": 5,
"drivetrain_desc": "FWD",
"min_kerbweight_kg": 1512,
"number_windows": 4,
"is_exported": false,
"exported_date": "2020-01-01",
"is_imported": true,
"imported_date": "2020-01-01",
"drive_side": "RHD",
"vehicle_tax_type": "PRIVATE vehicle taxed on CO2 (NEDC)",
"last_sold_date": "2024-06-07",
"nct_due_date": "2025-01-01",
"country_of_origin": "Germany",
"number_owners": 2,
"vehicle_category": "B"
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"date_last_updated": "2020-01-01",
"vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21ABC",
"does_vehicle_registration_mark_match": false,
"does_vehicle_identification_number_match": true,
"dvla_manufacturer_desc": "NISSAN",
"dvla_model_desc": "QASHQAI ACENTA PREMIUM DCI",
"dvla_fuel_desc": "DIESEL",
"dvla_body_desc": "5 DOOR HATCHBACK",
"dvla_doorplan_code": 14,
"dvla_transmission_code": "M",
"dvla_transmission_desc": "MANUAL 6 GEARS",
"number_gears": 6,
"mvris_code": "A1ABC",
"mvris_manufacturer_code": "A1",
"mvris_model_code": "ABC",
"dvla_dtp_manufacturer_code": "AB",
"dvla_dtp_model_code": "587",
"number_seats": 5,
"dvla_wheelplan": "2 AXLE RIGID BODY",
"registration_date": "2020-01-01",
"manufactured_year": 2020,
"vehicle_identification_number": "ABCDE123456F78910",
"first_registration_date": "2020-01-01",
"used_before_first_registration": true,
"co2_gkm": 123,
"engine_capacity_cc": 1234,
"engine_number": "A12345678",
"is_scrapped": true,
"scrapped_date": "2020-01-01",
"certificate_of_destruction_issued": true,
"is_exported": true,
"was_exported": false,
"exported_date": "2020-01-01",
"is_imported": true,
"imported_date": "2020-01-01",
"is_non_eu_import": true,
"prior_gb_vrm": "AB21ABC",
"prior_ni_vrm": "ABC1234",
"colour": "RED",
"original_colour": "BLUE",
"number_previous_colours": 1,
"maximum_permissable_mass_kg": 1234,
"power_weight_ratio_kw_kg": 0.1234,
"min_kerbweight_kg": 1234,
"gross_vehicleweight_kg": 1234,
"max_netpower_kw": 12,
"max_braked_towing_weight_kg": 1234,
"max_unbraked_towing_weight_kg": 123,
"stationary_soundlevel_db": 12,
"stationary_soundlevel_rpm": 1234,
"driveby_soundlevel_db": 12,
"v5c_data_qty": 1,
"v5c_data_items": [
{
"date_v5c_issued": "2020-01-01"
}
],
"vehicle_identity_check_qty": 1,
"vehicle_identity_check_items": [
{
"date_of_vehicle_identity_check": "2020-01-01",
"result_of_vehicle_identity_check": "Pass"
}
],
"is_under_investigation": true
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"solifi": {
"ids_code": "AB001234",
"introduced_date": "2020-01-01",
"engine_capacity_cc": 1234,
"power_bhp": 123,
"ids_fuel_type": "Petrol",
"fuel_delivery": "Turbo",
"ids_transmission_type": "Manual",
"number_doors": 5,
"ids_body_type_desc": "Hatchback",
"engine_configuration_type": "4 Cylinder In-Line",
"ids_drivetrain_desc": "Front Wheel",
"ids_manufacturer_code": "NI",
"manufacturer_desc": "NISSAN",
"ids_model_code": "NIYF",
"ids_model_desc": "Old QASHQAI model range",
"derivative_desc": "QASHQAI HAT 1.6dCi ACENTA STOP/START",
"model_desc": "Qashqai",
"ids_model_tree_desc": "Old Qashqai",
"ids_derivative_tree_desc": "1.6dCi Acenta Stop/Start",
"oem_model_range_desc": "Qashqai Hatch",
"ids_model_year": "12",
"full_model_year": 2020.25,
"is_special_edition": false,
"state": "Old",
"is_commercial_vehicle": false,
"P11D_price": 12345,
"production_end_date": "2020-01-01"
},
"dvla": {
"vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21 ABC",
"dvla_body_desc": "5 DOOR HATCHBACK",
"co2_gkm": 123,
"colour": "RED",
"cherished_plate_on_vehicle": true,
"manufactured_date": "2020-01-01",
"first_registration_date": "2020-01-01",
"dvla_manufacturer_desc": "NISSAN",
"dvla_model_desc": "QASHQAI ACENTA IS DCI",
"engine_number": "A12345678",
"exported_date": "2020-01-01",
"is_exported": false,
"dvla_fuel_desc": "DIESEL",
"imported_date": "2020-01-01",
"is_imported": false,
"is_imported_NI": false,
"previous_keeper_acquisition_date": "2020-01-01",
"previous_keeper_disposal_date": "2020-01-01",
"date_of_last_keeper_change": "2020-01-01",
"date_Vic_issued": "2020-01-01",
"date_of_last_colour_change": "2020-01-01",
"min_kerbweight_kg": 1234,
"max_netpower_kw": 12,
"maximum_permissable_mass_kg": 1234,
"mot_expiry_date": "2020-01-01",
"mot_status": "Valid",
"keeper_changes_qty": 1,
"number_previous_colours": 1,
"number_seats": 5,
"power_weight_ratio_kw_kg": 12.34,
"is_scrapped": false,
"scrapped_date": "2020-01-01",
"driveby_soundlevel_db": 12,
"stationary_soundlevel_rpm": 1234,
"stationary_soundlevel_db": 12,
"tax_expiry_date": "2020-01-01",
"tax_status": "Taxed",
"max_braked_towing_weight_kg": 1234,
"max_unbraked_towing_weight_kg": 123,
"unscrapped": false,
"used_before_first_registration": true,
"date_v5c_issued": "2020-01-01",
"v5c_test_date": "2020-01-01",
"gross_vehicleweight_kg": 1234,
"manufactured_year": 2020,
"vehicle_identification_number": "ABCDE123456F78910",
"dvla_wheelplan": "2 AXLE RIGID BODY"
}
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_identification": {
"ukvd_id": "A-BCDEFG",
"ukvd_uvc": "A-BCDEFG",
"vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21ABC",
"vehicle_identification_number": "ABCDE123456F78910",
"dvla_manufacturer_desc": "NISSAN",
"dvla_model_desc": "QASHQAI ACENTA PREMIUM DCI",
"registration_date": "2020-01-01",
"first_registration_date": "2020-01-01",
"used_before_first_registration": true,
"manufactured_year": 2020,
"v5c_qty": 1,
"date_v5c_issued": "2020-01-01",
"engine_number": "A12345678",
"prior_ni_vrm": "ABC1234",
"dvla_body_desc": "5 DOOR HATCHBACK",
"dvla_fuel_desc": "DIESEL"
},
"vehicle_status_details": {
"is_non_eu_import": true,
"is_imported": true,
"is_exported": true,
"exported_date": "2020-01-01",
"is_scrapped": true,
"scrapped_date": "2020-01-01"
},
"vehicle_excise_duty_details": {
"co2_gkm": 123,
"dvla_co2_band": "A",
"12_month_rfl_y1": 123,
"6_month_rfl_y2_to_y6_premium": 123.4,
"12_month_rfl_y2_to_y6_premium": 123,
"6_month_rfl_y2_to_y6": 12,
"12_month_rfl_y2_to_y6": 123
},
"colour_details": {
"colour": "RED",
"colour_changes_qty": 1,
"original_colour": "BLUE",
"last_colour": "BLUE",
"date_of_last_colour_change": "2020-01-01"
},
"keeper_change_list": [
{
"number_previous_keepers": 1,
"date_of_last_keeper_change": "2020-01-01"
}
],
"plate_change_list": [
{
"current_vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21ABC",
"transfer_type": "DataMove",
"date_of_receipt": "2020-01-01",
"previous_vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21ABC",
"cherished_plate_transfer_date": "2020-01-01"
}
]
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_details": {
"vehicle_identification": {
"ukvd_id": "A-BCDEFG",
"ukvd_uvc": "A-BCDEFG",
"vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21ABC",
"vehicle_identification_number": "ABCDE123456F78910",
"dvla_manufacturer_desc": "NISSAN",
"dvla_model_desc": "QASHQAI ACENTA PREMIUM DCI",
"dvla_wheelplan": "2 AXLE RIGID BODY",
"registration_date": "2020-01-01",
"first_registration_date": "2020-01-01",
"used_before_first_registration": true,
"manufactured_year": 2020,
"v5c_qty": 1,
"date_v5c_issued": "2020-01-01",
"engine_number": "A12345678",
"prior_ni_vrm": "ABC1234",
"dvla_body_desc": "5 DOOR HATCHBACK",
"dvla_fuel_desc": "DIESEL"
},
"vehicle_status_details": {
"is_non_eu_import": true,
"is_imported": true,
"certificate_of_destruction_issued": true,
"is_exported": true,
"exported_date": "2020-01-01",
"is_scrapped": true,
"scrapped_date": "2020-01-01"
},
"vehicle_excise_duty_details": {
"co2_gkm": 123,
"dvla_co2_band": "A",
"12_month_rfl_y1": 123,
"6_month_rfl_y2_to_y6_premium": 123.4,
"12_month_rfl_y2_to_y6_premium": 123,
"6_month_rfl_y2_to_y6": 12,
"12_month_rfl_y2_to_y6": 123
},
"colour_details": {
"colour": "RED",
"colour_changes_qty": 1,
"original_colour": "BLUE",
"last_colour": "RED",
"date_of_last_colour_change": "2020-01-01"
},
"keeper_change_list": [
{
"number_previous_keepers": 1,
"date_of_last_keeper_change": "2020-01-01"
}
],
"plate_change_list": [
{
"current_vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21ABC",
"transfer_type": "DataMove",
"date_of_receipt": "2020-01-01",
"previous_vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21ABC",
"cherished_plate_transfer_date": "2020-01-01"
}
]
},
"model_details": {
"ukvd_variant_code": 1,
"model_data": {
"manufacturer_desc": "MINI",
"model_range_desc": "Convertible",
"model_desc": "Cooper D",
"model_variant": "SPRINTER 516 CDI",
"ukvd_series_desc": "A12",
"ukvd_mark": 6,
"model_start_date": "2020-01-01",
"model_end_date": "2020-01-01",
"emission_class": "Euro 6",
"country_of_origin": "United Kingdom",
"ukvd_fuel_type_desc": "Diesel",
"cab_type_desc": "Crew Cab",
"type_approval_category": "M1",
"market_sector_code": "AA",
"vehicle_type": "Car",
"vehicle_taxation_class": "Car"
},
"body_details": {
"ukvd_body_shape": "Standard Roof",
"ukvd_body_type_desc": "SUV Estate",
"fuel_capacity_litres": 12,
"number_axles": 2,
"number_doors": 5,
"number_seats": 5,
"payload_volume_square_metres": 12,
"wheelbase_type_desc": "Long Wheelbase",
"platform_desc": "MLB",
"is_platform_shared": false
},
"dimensions": {
"vehicle_height_mm": 1234,
"vehicle_length_mm": 1234,
"vehicle_width_mm": 1234,
"vehicle_wheelbase_mm": 1234,
"load_length_mm": 1234
},
"weights": {
"min_kerbweight_kg": 1234,
"gross_trainweight_kg": 1234,
"unladen_weight_kg": 1234,
"payload_weight_kg": 1234,
"gross_vehicleweight_kg": 1234,
"gross_combined_weight_kg": 1234
},
"power_source": {
"power_source_vehicle_type": "ICE",
"ice_details": {
"engine_family": "EA89",
"engine_stroke_mm": 12,
"valves_per_cylinder": 4,
"aspiration": "Naturally aspirated",
"number_cylinders": 6,
"engine_location": "Front",
"cylinder_arrangement": "V",
"valve_gear": "DOHC",
"ukvd_engine_desc": "3.0LT TDV6-C",
"engine_bore_mm": 12,
"engine_manufacturer": "Ford",
"fuel_delivery": "Injection",
"power_delivery": "Normal",
"engine_capacity_cc": 1234,
"engine_badged_size_litres": 1.2
},
"electric_details": {
"hardware": {
"platform_shared": false,
"platform_name": "2022 JAGUAR, F-PACE S PHEV AWD AUTO",
"tesla_supercharger_compatible": true,
"manufacturing_location": "Poland"
},
"vehicle_warranty_information": {
"manufacturer_vehicle_warranty_miles": 12345,
"manufacturer_vehicle_warranty_months": 12
},
"range_figures": {
"ukvd_real_electric_range_miles": 123,
"ukvd_real_electric_range_km": 123.4,
"fast_charger_chargespeed_10to80_percent_mph": 123,
"zero_emission_mileage": 123,
"ev_range_test_cycles": [
{
"ev_range_test_type": "WLTP",
"range_combined_miles": 123,
"range_combined_km": 123.45,
"range_city_miles": 123,
"range_city_km": 123.45
}
]
},
"economy": {
"max_kw_charge_input": 12,
"drag_coefficient": 0.12,
"watt_hour_miles": 123
},
"software": {
"ota_upgradeable": true,
"latest_ota_version": "2022.36.2",
"in_vehicle_software": "Example Android"
},
"charge_cable_list": [
{
"is_standard": true,
"charge_cable_desc": "3 pin plug"
}
],
"tesla_supercharger_list": [
{
"supercharger_max_charge_kw": 123,
"is_compatible": true,
"requires_ccs_adaptor": true,
"average_chargetime_10to80_percent_mins": 123
}
],
"battery_detail_list": [
{
"badged_battery_capacity_kwh": 12,
"battery_description": "Audi E-tron 71kWh",
"battery_type": "Lithium-Ion 375V",
"battery_volts": 123,
"battery_location": "Under Floor/Middle",
"battery_warranty_months": 12,
"battery_warranty_mileage": 123456
}
],
"charge_port_detail_list": [
{
"charge_port_type": "Type 2",
"charge_port_location": "Left/Front",
"onboard_charger_max_power_kw": 12,
"is_standard_charge_port": true,
"charge_times": {
"average_charge_times_10_to_80_percent": [
{
"electric_vehicle_supply_equipment_power_kw": 2.3,
"chargetime_mins": 1234
}
]
}
}
],
"electric_motor_detail_list": [
{
"manufacturer": "Audi",
"motor_model": "E-Tron",
"motor_type": "Permanent magnet synchronous",
"max_netpower_kw": 215,
"power_rpm": 12,
"torque_nm": 123,
"is_regen_braking": true,
"motor_location": "Front",
"driving_axle": "Front",
"additional_information": "Example additional information"
}
],
"transmission_detail_list": [
{
"transmission_type": "Automatic",
"number_gears": 1,
"transmission_location": "Front"
}
]
}
},
"euro_ncap": {
"ncap_overall_rating": 5,
"ncap_child_occupant_protection_percentage": 12,
"ncap_adult_occupant_protection_percentage": 12,
"ncap_pedestrian_protection_percentage": 12,
"ncap_safety_assist_percentage": 12
},
"emissions": {
"is_fuel_catalyst": false,
"co2_gkm": 12
},
"performance": {
"torque": {
"torque_nm": 123,
"torque_lbft": 123.5,
"torque_rpm": 1234,
"torque_derived_from": 123
},
"power": {
"power_bhp": 123.4,
"power_ps": 123.4,
"kilowatt": 123,
"power_rpm": 1234
},
"statistics": {
"0to60_mph": 123.5,
"0to100_kmph": 123.4,
"max_speed_kmh": 123.4,
"top_speed_mph": 123
}
},
"fuel_economy": {
"nedc_extra_urban_litres_100km": 12.3,
"nedc_extra_urban_mpg": 12.3,
"nedc_extra_urban_cold_litres_100km": 12.3,
"nedc_extra_urban_cold_mpg": 12.3,
"combined_litres_100km": 12.3,
"combined_mpg": 12.3
},
"sound_levels": {
"stationary_soundlevel_db": 123,
"stationary_soundlevel_rpm": 123,
"driveby_soundlevel_db": 123
},
"transmission": {
"driving_axle": "All - Permanent",
"number_gears": 1,
"transmission_type": "Automatic",
"drive_type_desc": "4X4"
}
}
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"key_vehicle_details": {
"ukvd_id": "A-BCDEFG",
"vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21ABC",
"vehicle_identification_number": "ABCDE123456F78910",
"dvla_manufacturer_desc": "NISSAN",
"dvla_model_desc": "QASHQAI ACENTA PREMIUM DCI",
"first_registration_date": "2020-01-01",
"v5c_qty": 1,
"date_v5c_issued": "2020-01-01",
"plate_change_qty": 1,
"cherished_plate_transfer_date": "2022-01-01",
"number_previous_keepers": 1,
"date_of_last_keeper_change": "2022-01-01",
"colour": "RED",
"colour_changes_qty": 1,
"last_colour": "BLACK",
"is_exported": true,
"exported_date": "2020-01-01",
"is_scrapped": false,
"scrapped_date": "2020-01-01",
"mot_test_date": "2020-01-01",
"mot_expiry_date": "2020-01-01"
}
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_registration_mark": "ABC123",
"manufacturer_desc": "CHEVROLET",
"model_desc": "SPARK",
"derivative_desc": "1.9T LS",
"vehicle_identification_number": "KL1MF3819DC000000",
"engine_number": "123456KD7",
"first_registration_date": "2014-03-28",
"engine_capacity_cc": 995,
"fuel_type_desc": "PETROL",
"transmission_desc": "MANUAL",
"drivetrain_desc": "2WD",
"manufactured_year": 2013
}
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"manufacturer_desc": "VOLKSWAGEN",
"model_range_desc": "POLO",
"colour": "BEIGE",
"first_registration_date": "2015-09-11",
"engine_capacity_cc": 1197,
"fuel_type_desc": "Petrol",
"manufactured_year": 2015
}
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_registration_mark": "AB12345",
"manufacturer_desc": "VOLVO",
"model_range_desc": "V40",
"derivative_desc": "CROSS COUNTRY D2 MANUAL 120HP 2017 2ND GENERATION FACELIFT BUSINESS ADVANCED",
"colour": "White",
"vehicle_identification_number": "YV1MZ75L1H3000000",
"engine_code": "D4204T8",
"power_desc": "88KW",
"body_type_desc": "Hatchback",
"number_doors": 4,
"co2_gkm": 123,
"engine_capacity_cc": 1969,
"fuel_type_desc": "Diesel",
"transmission_desc": "Manual",
"drivetrain_desc": "4WD",
"manufactured_year": 2017
}
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_registration_mark": "12-34-AB",
"manufacturer_desc": "PEUGEOT",
"model_range_desc": "206",
"derivative_desc": "1.1I 60CV [1998-12] 2*HFX* 3/5P I",
"model_desc": "206 1.1I 60CV [1998-12] 2*HFX* 3/5P",
"vehicle_identification_number": "VF3BAHFXF34000000",
"engine_number": 123456,
"first_registration_date": "2004-10-22",
"power_desc": "44KW",
"power_bhp": 59,
"power_kw": 44,
"engine_capacity_cc": 1124,
"fuel_type_desc": "PETROL",
"transmission_desc": "MANUAL",
"drivetrain_desc": "2WD",
"manufactured_year": 2004
}
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_registration_mark": "123ABC",
"manufacturer_desc": "VOLVO",
"model_range_desc": "XC60",
"derivative_desc": "CROSS COUNTRY D2 MANUAL 120HP 2025 BUSINESS ADVANCED",
"vehicle_identification_number": "YV1UZH2V8T3000000",
"first_registration_date": "2025-06-06",
"power_desc": "186KW",
"power_bhp": 249,
"power_kw": 186,
"engine_capacity_cc": 1969,
"fuel_type_desc": "PETROL/ELECTRIC",
"transmission_desc": "AUTOMATIC",
"drivetrain_desc": "4WD",
"manufactured_year": 2025
}
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_registration_mark": "ABC12D",
"manufacturer_desc": "SKODA",
"model_range_desc": "KAMIQ",
"derivative_desc": "1.0 TSI DSG SEQUENTIAL 110HP 2023 1ST GENERATION MONTE CARLO",
"colour": "White",
"vehicle_identification_number": "TMBGR2NW1P3000000",
"engine_code": "DLAA",
"power_desc": "81KW",
"body_type_desc": "SUV",
"number_doors": 5,
"co2_gkm": 123,
"engine_capacity_cc": 999,
"fuel_type_desc": "Petrol",
"transmission_desc": "Automatic",
"drivetrain_desc": "FWD",
"manufactured_year": 2022
}
}Workshops and parts distributors.
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Consumer websites and downloadable mobile apps.
Data providers with their own proprietary content.
Franchised dealers and groups.
Independent dealers and car supermarkets.
Motor finance brokers.
Lenders who provide motor finance.
Vehicle assessors working for insurers.
Motor insurance brokers.
Motor insurance and warranty providers.
Providers of dealer websites and other marketing services.
Salvage auctions and online platforms.
Businesses who offer solutions to specific vertical markets.
Vehicle buying businesses and platforms.
Vehicle history reports for business and consumer.
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Vehicle identification data including VIN (most markets), with differing levels of technical data, keeper history and other data - depending the selected endpoint. Check the sample responses to identify the which is right for your business.
DVLA VES is the free government source of registration data. One Auto API adds keeper and plate changes, technical data and other data fields - alongside vehicle history, specification and valuation endpoints.
Yes - in fact we recommend it. Harmonised field names make it easy to implement primary and secondary VRM lookups to guarantee uptime and maximise coverage of plate changes.
No - a registration lookup only returns details about the vehicle, and changes of keeper - it doesn't provide any personal data.
UK, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Malta are currently supported. We also offer a licence plate to VIN lookup for the United States.
Vehicle identification data including VIN (most markets), with differing levels of technical data, keeper history and other data - depending the selected endpoint. Check the sample responses to identify the which is right for your business.
DVLA VES is the free government source of registration data. One Auto API adds keeper and plate changes, technical data and other data fields - alongside vehicle history, specification and valuation endpoints.
Yes - in fact we recommend it. Harmonised field names make it easy to implement primary and secondary VRM lookups to guarantee uptime and maximise coverage of plate changes.
No - a registration lookup only returns details about the vehicle, and changes of keeper - it doesn't provide any personal data.
UK, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Malta are currently supported. We also offer a licence plate to VIN lookup for the United States.
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