Vehicle Data Global API

VRM Lookup & DVLA Data API

One Auto API provides access to Vehicle Data Global's DVLA registration lookup, valuation and data cleansing endpoints, through a single API, alongside data from other vehicle-data providers.

About Vehicle Data Global

Vehicle Data Global provides UK automotive data that helps businesses accurately identify and value vehicles, and cleanse databases.

A VRM or registration lookup typically provides the starting point for a digital vehicle journey. By entering a registration number, users can retrieve vehicle details without a lengthy selection process - increasing accuracy and minimising abandonment rates. Vehicle Data Global offers DVLA registration data alongside technical specifications and valuations.

These services support a wide range of UK automotive businesses. Dealerships and car buying platforms can use vehicle identification and valuation data in online appraisal journeys - and vehicle history report providers can combine DVLA registration data with provenance datasets to help customers assess a used car. Software providers and wesbites use registration lookups to support faster vehicle identification, and enrichment of vehicle records.

For developers, an simple API integration turns a manual search into an automated step within an existing system. A service booking website might use a DVLA lookup to identify the correct vehicle before presenting available appointments, or a used car classified website might use vehicle specifications to build listings more efficiently. An insurance workflow might use a registration lookup to identify the vehicle before enriching the record with other checks available through our API.

Through One Auto API, businesses can access Vehicle Data Global alongside data from other providers using one integration platform. This makes it easier to add or combine datasets as requirements change, whether you are developing a single-purpose lookup tool or a broader automotive application. Our documentation, common data dictionary and sandbox help development teams explore available data and test how responses fit their workflow.

What the API includes

Field Name	Field Type	Example	Definition
0to100_kmph	Float	12.3	Manufacturer's claimed time (in seconds) for 0 - 100 kilometers per hour.
0to60_mph	Float	12.3	Manufacturer's claimed time (in seconds) for 0 - 60 miles per hour.
12_month_rfl_y1	Float	220	Year One 12 month Road Fund Licence.
12_month_rfl_y2_to_y6	Float	190	Year Two to Year Six 12 month Road Fund Licence
12_month_rfl_y2_to_y6_premium	Float	600	Year Two to Year Six 12 month Road Fund Licence for vehicles over £40k.
6_month_rfl_y2_to_y6	Float	104.5	Year Two to Year Six 6 month Road Fund Licence
6_month_rfl_y2_to_y6_premium	Float	330	Year Two to Year Six 6 month Road Fund Licence for vehicles over £40k.
additional_information	String	Example additional information	Any additional information.
address_qty	Int	1	The number of addresses returned
address_summary	String	123456, Flat 4, ACME Motors, ACME House, 123 Fake Street, Fake Industrial Estate, York, North Yorkshire, AB21 ABC	The summary address
aspiration	String	Naturally aspirated	Engines aspiration description.
auction_value	Int	10365	Price that a dealer should expect to pay when buying the vehicle from a reputable car auction.
average_chargetime_10to80_percent_mins	Int	36	Average charge time taken in minutes using this supercharger version from 10% to 80%
badged_battery_capacity_kwh	Float	64.8	Badged battery capacity in kilowatt hours.
battery_description	String	Audi E-tron 71kWh	Battery description.
battery_location	String	Under Floor/Middle	Where on the vehicle the battery is situated.
battery_type	String	Lithium-ion	Battery type.
battery_volts	Int	350	Voltage of the battery.
battery_warranty_mileage	Int	100000	Number of miles (from new) the battery is covered under a manufacturers warranty.
battery_warranty_months	Int	84	The number of months (from new) the battery is covered under a manufacturers warranty.
building_name	String	ACME Mansion	The name of the building
building_number	Int	123	The building number
cab_type_desc	String	Crew cab	Cab type (applicable to commercial vehicles).
certificate_of_destruction_issued	Boolean	true	Has a certificate of destruction been issued.
charge_cable_desc	String	3 pin plug	Charge cable description.
charge_port_location	String	Left/Front	Position on the vehicle of this charge port item.
charge_port_type	String	Type 2	Type of port for this charge port item.
chargetime_mins	Int	1335	Time in minutes to go from 10% to 80%.
cherished_plate_transfer_date	Date	2022-01-01	Plate transfer date.
city	String	London	City
co2_gkm	Int	123	CO2 in g/km
colour	String	RED	Exterior colour of vehicle.
colour_changes_qty	Int	1	Colour change quantity.
combined_litres_100km	Float	5.5	Combined fuel consumption in MPG.
combined_mpg	Float	51.4	Combined fuel consumption in MPG.
country_of_origin	String	United Kingdom	Where the vehicle was made and manufactured.
county	String	Lancashire	County
current_mileage	Int	12345	Current mileage of the vehicle
current_vehicle_registration_mark	String	AB21ABC	Current vehicle registration mark.
cylinder_arrangement	String	Inline	Arrangement of the cylinders within the engine.
date_of_last_colour_change	Date	2020-01-01	Date of last colour change.
date_of_last_keeper_change	Date	2022-01-01	Date of last keeper change.
date_of_receipt	Date	2022-01-01	Recorded date of transfer at DVLA.
date_reported	Date	2022-01-01	Date vehicle was reported as stolen.
date_v5c_issued	Date	2020-01-01	Date the v5 was issued.
datetime_added_pnc	DateTime	2020-01-01T08:00:02Z	The date and time the vehicle was added to the police national computer
dealer_forecourt	Int	13550	Retail price that a main dealer (franchise or independent) would ask for a vehicle in excellent condition.
drag_coefficient	Float	0.29	Force acting against the vehicle as it drives in a forward direction.
drive_type_desc	String	4X2	Number of wheels the engine is delivering power to.
driveby_soundlevel_db	Int	71	Sound level in decibels for the drive by levels.
driving_axle	String	Front	Which axle the motor is delivering power to.
dvla_body_desc	String	5 DOOR HATCHBACK	DVLA body description.
dvla_co2_band	String	A	DVLA co2 band.
dvla_fuel_desc	String	DIESEL	DVLA fuel description.
dvla_manufacturer_desc	String	NISSAN	DVLA manufacturer description.
dvla_model_desc	String	QASHQAI ACENTA PREMIUM DCI	DVLA model description.
dvla_wheelplan	String	2 AXLE RIGID BODY	DVLA wheelplan code.
electric_vehicle_supply_equipment_power_kw	Float	2.3	Rate of the power delivery in kilowatts.
emission_class	String	Euro 6	European emission standard. Value indicates the emission levels in line with the age of the vehicle.
engine_badged_size_litres	Float	1.5	Engine badged size in litres.
engine_bore_mm	Int	82	Diameter measurement of the cylinder in millimetres.
engine_capacity_cc	Int	1499	Cubic capacity of the engine.
engine_family	String	EA89	Basic unit used to identify a family/group of engines for certification and compliance purposes.
engine_location	String	Front	Location of the engine.
engine_manufacturer	String	Mini	Manufacturer of the engine.
engine_number	String	A12345678	Vehicle engine number.
engine_stroke_mm	Int	95	A measure (in millimetres) of the engine's cycle during which the piston travels from top to bottom or vice versa.
error	String	Example error details	Details of what went wrong with the api call
ev_range_test_type	String	WLTP	EV range test type.
exported_date	Date	2020-01-01	Date vehicle was exported.
fast_charger_chargespeed_10to80_percent_mph	Int	160	10-80% fast charger charge speed miles per hour.
first_registration_date	Date	2020-01-01	Date of first registration.
fuel_capacity_litres	Int	40	Fuel capacity in litres.
fuel_delivery	String	Injection	Fuel delivery method.
gross_combined_weight_kg	Int	1565	Total combined weight: Fully laden vehicle and fully laden trailor added together in kilograms.
gross_trainweight_kg	Int	1234	Maximum weight a vehicle is allowed (including) a trailor in kilograms
gross_vehicleweight_kg	Int	2359	Total weight of the vehicle including the Kerb Weight and Payload Weight in kilograms.
in_vehicle_software	String	Example Android	Vehicle infotainment software.
is_compatible	Boolean	false	This vehicle is compatible with this supercharger version.
is_exported	Boolean	true	Vehicle is exported.
is_fuel_catalyst	Boolean	false	Does the vehicle have a catalyst convertor.
is_imported	Boolean	true	Vehicle is imported.
is_non_eu_import	Boolean	true	Vehicle is non-eu import.
is_platform_shared	Boolean	false	Platform is shared across multiple models.
is_regen_braking	Boolean	true	Does the vehicle have regenerative braking (power generated when the vehicle is braking).
is_scrapped	Boolean	true	Has the vehicle been scrapped.
is_standard	Boolean	true	Is the charge cable supplied as standard or optional.
is_standard_charge_port	Boolean	true	Is the charge port standard.
is_stolen	Boolean	true	Is the vehicle stolen
keeper_change	Boolean	true	The has had a keeper change.
kilowatt	Int	150	Maximum power measurement in Kilowatts.
last_colour	String	BLACK	Vehicle's last colour
last_seen_date	Date	2023-02-21	Last seen date for the current listing
latest_ota_version	String	2022.36.2	Latest version of the over-the-air software.
license_notice	String	Usage of the AddressList data must be in accordance with the Royal Mail's PAF Data end user license terms, which can be found here: https://ukvehicledata.co.uk/policies/PAFLicencingEUA/PAFLicencingEUA.pdf	The street name
list_price_inc_delivery_vat	Float	12345.67	The list price + delivery price including VAT
load_length_mm	Int	2850	Load length from the bulk-head to the back doors in millimetres (applies to commercial vehicles).
locality	String	Fake Industrial Estate	The locality
manufactured_year	Int	2020	Year of manufacture.
manufacturer	String	Audi	Electric motor manufacturer.
manufacturer_desc	String	Mini	Manufacturer description
manufacturer_vehicle_warranty_miles	Int	12345	Manufacturer warranty from new, in miles.
manufacturer_vehicle_warranty_months	Int	60	Manufacturer warranty from new, in months.
manufacturing_location	String	Poland	Where the vehicle was manufactured.
market_sector_code	String	AA	Market sector code assigned to this type of vehicle.
max_kw_charge_input	Int	12	Maximum kilowatt charge.
max_netpower_kw	Int	150	Maximum net power in kilowatts.
max_speed_kmh	Float	167	Manufacturers claimed maximum speed in kilometers per hour.
min_kerbweight_kg	Int	1135	Weight of the vehicle, including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment in kilograms.
model_desc	String	Cooper Classic	Model description.
model_end_date	Date	2020-01-01	Manufacturer's End Date for this vehicle Make, Model, Series.
model_range_desc	String	Hatch	Model range description.
model_start_date	Date	2020-01-01	Manufacturer's Start Date for this vehicle Make, Model, Series.
model_variant	String	SPRINTER 516 CDI	Model variant (applicable to commercial vehicles).
mot_expiry_date	Date	2020-01-01	The MOT expiry date.
mot_test_date	Date	2020-01-01	The MOT test date.
motor_location	String	Front	Location of the motor.
motor_model	String	E-Tron	Motor model.
motor_type	String	Permanent magnet synchronous	Motor type.
ncap_adult_occupant_protection_percentage	Int	83	NCAP percentage - rated level of protection for a adult occupant, in the event of an impact.
ncap_child_occupant_protection_percentage	Int	80	NCAP percentage - rated level of protection for a child occupant, in the event of an impact.
ncap_overall_rating	Int	5	NCAP (The European New Car Assessment Programme) safety rating as assigned by NCAP.
ncap_pedestrian_protection_percentage	Int	57	NCAP percentage - rated level of protection for a pedestrian, in the event of an impact.
ncap_safety_assist_percentage	Int	59	NCAP percentage - rated level of the vehicles breaking and warning systems.
nedc_extra_urban_cold_litres_100km	Float	6	The urban cold fuel consumption in Litres per 100 kms.
nedc_extra_urban_cold_mpg	Float	47.1	The urban cold fuel consumption in Miles per Gallon.
nedc_extra_urban_litres_100km	Float	4.6	Extra Urban fuel consumption in Litres per 100 kilometres.
nedc_extra_urban_mpg	Float	61.4	NEDC number of miles per gallon B-road, A-road and motorway driving ICE
number_axles	Int	2	Number of axles.
number_cylinders	Int	3	Number of cylinders within the engine.
number_doors	Int	2	Number of doors.
number_gears	Int	1	Number of gears.
number_previous_keepers	Int	1	Number of previous keepers.
number_seats	Int	5	Number of seats.
onboard_charger_max_power_kw	Float	7.2	Maximum capacity of the onboard charger for this charge port item in kilowatts.
organisation	String	ACME Motors	The organisation name
original_colour	String	BLUE	Vehicle's original colour.
ota_upgradeable	Boolean	true	Software can be upgraded over-the-air.
part_exchange	Int	10840	Price that a private individual should expect to get when trading his vehicle in against another vehicle at a dealership.
payload_volume_square_metres	Int	6	Payload volume in square metres (applicable to commercial vehicles).
payload_weight_kg	Int	123	Difference between the Kerb Weight and the Gross Weight in kilograms.
plate_change_qty	Int	1	Number of plate changes
platform_desc	String	MLB	Name of the platform the vehicle is based on.
platform_name	String	2022 JAGUAR, F-PACE S PHEV AWD AUTO	Name of the platform.
platform_shared	Boolean	false	Does the vehicle share a set of common design, engineering and production efforts as well as major components.
po_box_number	Int	123456	The PO Box Number
police_force	String	COUNTY POLICE FORCE	Investigating police force.
post_code	String	AB1 2CD	The location of the stock vehicle used as the centre of the search.
power_bhp	Float	201.2	Maximum BHP (Brake Horse Power) of this vehicle.
power_delivery	String	Normal	Power delivery type for this vehicle.
power_ps	Int	204	Power PS.
power_rpm	Int	8000	Maximum power described in rpm (Revolutions Per Minute).
power_source_vehicle_type	String	ICE	Vehicle power delivery type.
premises	String	Flat 4, ACME House	The premises' name
previous_vehicle_registration_mark	String	AB21CDE	Previous vehicle registration mark.
prior_ni_vrm	String	ABC1234	Previous NI vehicle registration mark.
private_average	Int	10884	Retail price that a private individual would ask when selling an average condition vehicle for example in classified ads
private_clean	Int	11314	Retail price that a private individual would ask when selling a clean condition vehicle for example in classified ads
range_city_km	Float	614.77	City range in kilometres.
range_city_miles	Int	382	City range in miles.
range_combined_km	Float	453.83	Combined range in kilometres.
range_combined_miles	Int	292	Combined range miles.
registration_date	Date	2020-01-01	Date the vehicle was first registered in the UK.
requires_ccs_adaptor	Boolean	true	Does this supercharger version require a CCS (Combined Charging System) Adaptor.
result	String	fail	Has the vehicle passed all lead validation tests.
scrapped_date	Date	2020-01-01	Date the vehicle was scrapped.
stationary_soundlevel_db	Int	72	Sound level in decibels whilst vehicle is stationary.
stationary_soundlevel_rpm	Int	3000	Sound level in decibels for Engine speed levels.
street	String	123 Fake Street	Street
sub_building_name	String	Flat 4	The name of the sub-building for the address
success	Boolean	true	Whether the api call was successful
supercharger_max_charge_kw	Int	142	Maximum charge for Tesla supercharger in kilowatts.
tesla_supercharger_compatible	Boolean	true	Is the hardward compatible with Tesla Superchargers.
thoroughfare	String	Main Street	The name of the main street
top_speed_mph	Int	103	Manufacturer's claimed top speed in miles per hour
torque_derived_from	Int	120	Derived from - shows which value is the base figure and the others are calculated.
torque_lbft	Float	291.5	Maximum power described in Lb/ft (Pound per foot).
torque_nm	Int	395	Maximum power described in Torque Nm (Torque Newton Metres).
torque_rpm	Int	3600	Maximum power described in rpm (Revolutions Per Minute).
trade_average	Int	9856	Trade sale price of a vehicle in average condition.
trade_poor	Int	8384	Trade sale price of a vehicle in poor condition.
trade_retail	Int	12629	Retail price that a smaller independent dealer would ask for a vehicle in excellent condition.
transfer_type	String	Marker	Plate transfer type.
transmission_location	String	Front	Location of the transmission.
transmission_type	String	Automatic	Transmission type.
type_approval_category	String	M1	Type approval category code assigned to this type of vehicle.
ukvd_body_shape	String	Standard Roof	UK Vehicle Data's body shape (applicable to commercial vehicles).
ukvd_body_type_desc	String	SUV Estate	UK Vehicle Data's body type description.
ukvd_engine_desc	String	3.0LT TDV6-C	UK Vehicle Data's engine description.
ukvd_fuel_type_desc	String	Diesel	UK Vehicle Data's fuel type.
ukvd_id	String	A-BCDEFG	UK Vehicle Data's UKVD ID.
ukvd_mark	Int	6	Manufacturer’s mark (where applicable).
ukvd_real_electric_range_km	Float	123.4	UK Vehicle Data's range in kilometres tested under real driving conditions.
ukvd_real_electric_range_miles	Int	123	UK Vehicle Data's range in miles tested under real driving conditions.
ukvd_series_desc	String	F56	Model series assigned by the manufacturer.
ukvd_uvc	String	A-BCDEFG	UK Vehicle Data's UKVD UVC.
ukvd_variant_code	Int	1	Code number identifying the vehicle (model) variant.
unique_delivery_point_reference_number	Int	12345	The Royal Mail unique identifier for an address
unladen_weight_kg	Int	1234	Weight of the vehicle, including all standard equipment in kilograms.
used_before_first_registration	Boolean	true	Vehicle was used before DVLA/DLNI first registration.
v5c_qty	Int	1	Number of V5 documents issued.
valve_gear	String	Double Overhead Camshaft	Describes the type/placement.
valves_per_cylinder	Int	4	Number of valves per cylinder.
vehicle_desc	String	Mini Cooper S	The Vehicle description
vehicle_identification_number	String	ABCDE123456F78910	Vehicle identification number (VIN).
vehicle_registration_mark	String		Vehicle registration number (VRM).
version	Date	2020-01-01	Date point of the valuation
year_plate	String	2016-66	Year and plate.

Vehicle Data Global API Endpoints

Keeper Check from VIN

Increase response rates, improve compliance and maximise your reputation by ensuring you never miss a change of keeper.

Keeper Check from VIN

Increase response rates, improve compliance and maximise your reputation by ensuring you never miss a change of keeper.

Keeper Check from VRM

Increase the quality of your customer engagement and improve compliance by ensuring you are up-to-date with keeper changes.

Key Vehicle Details from VRM

Vehicle lookup confirming key details for high volume use cases where low latency is of critical importance.

Postcode Lookup

Increase completion rates, reduce errors and improve user experience when entering address details.

Scrap Marker Check from VIN

Increase response, improve compliance and maximise your reputation by ensuring you keep on top of vehicles that have been scrapped.

FAQ

What is the Vehicle Data Global API and what does it return?

Vehicle Data Global is a One Auto API partner providing fast, low-latency DVLA registration data by VRM or VIN, including keeper and plate change history, plus optional model data that covers weights and dimensions, engine data, EV data (battery, range and charge times), performance and safety ratings. Delivered through one integration.

Where can I get broad UK vehicle data from a registration number via API?

One Auto API provides access to DVLA registration data from a VRM via Vehicle Data Global and other providers - including vehicle identity, vehicle identification number (for DVLA approved use cases), keeper changes, plate history and extended model data.

Can the Vehicle Data Global API support high-volume data cleansing?

Yes. Real-time cleansing endpoints flag keeper changes, stolen and scrap markers, with pay-on-results pricing and scalable infrastructure. Low latency for high-volume use cases including marketing accuracy and GDPR compliance.

How does this differ from calling the DVLA Vehicle Enquiry Service (VES) directly?

One Auto API delivers the same DVLA-sourced data via Vehicle Data Global, adding keeper and plate change history, and delivering low latency with enterprise-grade support. Harmonised field names enable faster integration with other data sources through a single integration.

What enhanced model data is available beyond standard DVLA fields?

Extended model details including technical specifications for stock-locator use cases, including EV battery, range and charge-time - on top of standard DVLA identity and specification fields. Retrieved from a VRM or VIN via One Auto API.

Is Vehicle Data Global the same as UK Vehicle Data?

Yes - UK Vehicle Data has rebranded to Vehicle Data Global. The exact same DVLA registration data is still available via One Auto API by inputting a VRM or VIN.

What is the Vehicle Data Global API and what does it return?

Where can I get broad UK vehicle data from a registration number via API?

Can the Vehicle Data Global API support high-volume data cleansing?

How does this differ from calling the DVLA Vehicle Enquiry Service (VES) directly?

What enhanced model data is available beyond standard DVLA fields?

Is Vehicle Data Global the same as UK Vehicle Data?

Yes - UK Vehicle Data has rebranded to Vehicle Data Global. The exact same DVLA registration data is still available via One Auto API by inputting a VRM or VIN.

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Vehicle Data Global API

VRM Lookup & DVLA Data API

One Auto API provides access to Vehicle Data Global's DVLA registration lookup, valuation and data cleansing endpoints, through a single API, alongside data from other vehicle-data providers.

About Vehicle Data Global

What the API includes

Vehicle Data Global API Endpoints

Keeper Check from VIN

Keeper Check from VIN

Keeper Check from VRM

Key Vehicle Details from VRM

Postcode Lookup

Scrap Marker Check from VIN

Sample Vehicle Data Global API Responses

FAQ

What is the Vehicle Data Global API and what does it return?

Where can I get broad UK vehicle data from a registration number via API?

Can the Vehicle Data Global API support high-volume data cleansing?

How does this differ from calling the DVLA Vehicle Enquiry Service (VES) directly?

What enhanced model data is available beyond standard DVLA fields?

Is Vehicle Data Global the same as UK Vehicle Data?

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