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Buying an EV? 5 checks to never skip
Battery, charging history and common scam indicators to look for.
Why choose CarCue?
EV-first insights
Battery health indicators, charging history signals and EV recall alerts — all surfaced per model to catch hidden costs before you buy.
UK-first datasets
Built around MOT, DVLA and local datasets to give accurate, region-specific checks for UK buyers and resellers.
MOT, service & mileage
Historic MOT records, service gaps and mileage validation to help you spot tampering or hidden repairs.
Actionable guidance
Suggested likely faults, estimated repair cost ranges, and a PDF report you can show a mechanic or share with buyers.
How CarCue works
1
Enter the registration
Type the UK reg (or VIN) and click Get report — no signup required for basic checks.
2
We compile the data
CarCue scans MOT, manufacturer recalls, service patterns and EV-specific signals to build a model-aware report.
3
Get an actionable report
See likely issues, battery indicators (for EVs), repair-cost estimates and a PDF you can download or share.
Who uses CarCue
Private Buyers
Quickly check a car while browsing — avoid hidden EV battery costs or structural issues before you commit.
Resellers & Dealers
Speed up valuations and provide buyers a credible PDF report to increase trust and close sales faster.
Mechanics
Get model-specific likely faults and part guidance so you order the right parts before disassembly.
What people say
★★★★★
“Found an EV battery alert other checks missed — saved me thousands.”
— Hannah, private buyer
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“We use CarCue on the forecourt to reassure buyers. PDF reports speed up sales.”
— Tom, dealer
★★★★★
“Great diagnostic pointers — helped me buy the right parts for a repair.”
— Mike, DIY mechanic
From the CarCue blog
Frequently asked questions
Where does CarCue get its data?
We combine UK MOT and DVLA feeds where available, manufacturer recall lists, service patterns and aggregated repair reports to generate a practical, model-aware summary.
Do you store my registration or personal data?
Basic lookups are immediate. We do not store payment data on the results page. Please see our privacy policy for details on data handling and retention.
How reliable are EV battery indicators?
Battery indicators are model-level estimates using available diagnostic patterns and service history. For full certainty, commission a physical battery health test.
Ready to check a car?
Enter a registration and get a shareable report in seconds — EV checks included.