UK Vehicle Data API for Apps, Websites & Plugins

Rapid Car Check Data API

Reliable UK Vehicle Data for Websites, Apps and Business Integrations

We can provide you with a simple API endpoint or help you to produce a turnkey nationwide app and web solution for your network. Whether you are building a car marketplace, insurance application or vehicle management platform, Rapid Car Check’s Data API gives you fast, accurate and fully licensed UK vehicle data.

All data is sourced from official organisations including the DVLA, DVSA, Motor Insurance Anti-Fraud and Theft Register, Experian PLC and the Police National Computer (PNC).

Why choose Rapid Car Check

Instant activation – start calling the API within minutes
Sandbox mode for safe integration testing
Transparent monthly pricing, no hidden fees
Developer-friendly REST endpoint
Real-time responses with verified UK data
Comprehensive and continuously updated vehicle records
Dedicated support centre for developers and partners

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Basic API Tool
- Designed for smaller businesses, developers and agencies who need essential UK vehicle data at scale.
  Includes registration, MOT, keeper, colour, tax and emissions data. Ideal for simple integrations or testing environments.
Premium API Tool
- Built for advanced and enterprise integrations needing comprehensive data coverage.
  Includes every field from the Basic plan plus hundreds of detailed specifications covering engine, performance, safety, EV data and warranty information.

Basic API Tool

Ideal for developers, start-ups and small businesses that need essential UK vehicle data at scale.

Monthly Subscription Options:

50 monthly checks – £5.99
100 monthly checks – £11.99
500 monthly checks – £17.99
1,000 monthly checks – £33.59
2,000 monthly checks – £65.99
5,000 monthly checks – £155.99
10,000 monthly checks – £311.99

Basic API Data Points

Vehicle Identifiers

UK Vehicle Data ID
UK Vehicle Data UVC
Vehicle registration number
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Manufacturer name
Model description
Year of manufacture
Body type
Fuel type
Engine number
Prior Northern Ireland registration (if applicable)
Whether the vehicle was used before first registration

Registration and Legal Details

Date first registered in the UK
Original first registration date
Number of V5 logbooks issued
Date of current V5 logbook
Vehicle status (active, scrapped, exported, etc.)
Non-EU import flag
Imported flag
Exported flag
Date exported
Scrapped flag
Date scrapped
Marked for export (DVLA flag)

Tax and Emissions

CO₂ emissions (g/km)
DVLA CO₂ band
Road tax cost – Year 1 (12 months)
Road tax cost – Years 2–6 (6 months, >£40k)
Road tax cost – Years 2–6 (12 months, >£40k)
Road tax cost – Years 2–6 (6 months, standard)
Road tax cost – Years 2–6 (12 months, standard)
Tax status (Taxed / Untaxed / SORN)
Tax due date

MOT Details (DVSA)

MOT status (Valid / Expired / No details)
MOT expiry date
Date of last MOT test
MOT test number
MOT test result (Pass / Fail)
Mileage recorded at each MOT test
MOT advisories
MOT failures (with defect categories)
First MOT due date (for new vehicles)

Colour Details

Current vehicle colour
Original vehicle colour
Most recent recorded colour
Number of colour changes
Date of last colour change

Keeper History

Number of previous owners
Date of last keeper change

Registration Plate Changes

Current registration number
Previous registration number
Transfer type
DVLA date of receipt of transfer
Personalised plate transfer date

Download the Basic API PDF Guide

Premium API Tool

For growing platforms and enterprise-level integrations that require maximum depth, precision and advanced performance metrics. The Premium plan includes all Basic API data plus hundreds of additional vehicle attributes.

Monthly Subscription Options:

100 Premium Plan – £12.99 / month – Ideal for testing integrations or light-use apps
500 Premium Plan – £39.99 / month – For small websites or agencies running client lookups
1,000 Premium Plan – £69.99 / month – For growing platforms needing consistent data feeds

Need more? Contact us for enterprise pricing.

Premium API Data Points

API Response

Whether the call was successful
Error message if something went wrong

Vehicle Identity and Registration

Vehicle registration number
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
UK Vehicle Data identifier
UK Vehicle Data vehicle code
Previous registration number
Current registration number
Type of registration transfer
Date of registration transfer recorded by the DVLA
Date a personalised plate was applied

Registration and Ownership History

Date first registered in the United Kingdom
Original first registration date
Whether used before first registration
Number of previous registered keepers
Date the last keeper was recorded
Number of logbooks issued
Date of the most recent logbook

Manufacturer and Model Information

Manufacturer name
Vehicle model name
Model range
Variant of the model
Model series name
Manufacturer’s mark reference
Start and end dates of the model
Sector or category (car, van, etc.)
Vehicle type approval classification
Country of manufacture

Vehicle Classification and Legal Status

Vehicle type (car, van, lorry, etc.)
Taxation class
Emissions standard
Import / Non-EU import / Export / Scrappage flags
Certificate of destruction flag
Date of export and scrappage

Colour Changes

Current, original and most recent colours
Date of last colour change
Number of colour changes

Body and Structure

Body type from DVLA and UK Vehicle Data
Vehicle shape
Cab type
Wheel layout
Number of axles, doors and seats
Internal payload volume (m²)
Wheelbase description
Vehicle platform name and sharing flag

Dimensions and Size

Height, length and width (mm)
Wheelbase measurement
Load space length (mm)
Minimum kerb weight
Unladen weight
Payload capacity
Maximum vehicle weight
Maximum combined vehicle and trailer weight
Maximum towing weight

Engine Specifications

Engine number and name
Engine manufacturer and family group
Engine location
Number of cylinders and layout
Valve gear type
Valves per cylinder
Engine bore and stroke (mm)
Engine size (cc) and badged size (litres)
Aspiration type
Fuel delivery method
Power delivery type
Maximum brake horsepower (BHP)
Power in PS and kW
Engine speed at maximum power
Maximum torque (Nm and lb ft)
Engine speed at maximum torque
Whether catalytic converter fitted

Performance

Maximum speed (mph and km/h)
Acceleration (0–60 mph and 0–100 km/h)
Combined, extra-urban and urban fuel economy (mpg and L/100 km)
Energy use per mile (Wh)
Aerodynamic drag value
Stationary and drive-by sound levels (dB)

Transmission and Drivetrain

Transmission type
Transmission location
Number of gears
Drivetrain description
Driven axle

Safety Ratings

NCAP overall rating
NCAP ratings for child, adult and pedestrian protection
NCAP score for safety systems

Electric Vehicle Information

Real-world, combined and city ranges (miles and km)
Zero-emission range
EV test type
Average charge time (10–80 %)
Fast-charging speed and power (kW / mph)
EVSE and onboard charger power (kW)
Charge port standard, type and location
Charge cable type and inclusion status
Tesla Supercharger compatibility
CCS adaptor requirement
Battery description, type, voltage, location and capacity (kWh)
Battery warranty (months and miles)

Technology and Software

Support for over-the-air updates
Latest OTA software version
In-car software type

Electric Motor

Motor manufacturer, model and type
Motor location
Maximum power (kW) and torque (Nm)
Driven axle
Regenerative braking indicator

Warranty and Extra Information

Manufacturer warranty (miles and months)
Additional notes field if present

Download the full Premium API PDF Guide

How it Works

Sign up for your API key
Add your website domain to verify usage
Test and integrate using ReqBin, PHP cURL or our WordPress Plugin
Monitor your API usage and remaining credits in your dashboard
Upgrade or adjust your plan at any time

Revenue Opportunities

Integrating Rapid Car Check’s Data API allows you to:

Add value to your platforms and applications with verified UK vehicle data
Build customer trust through transparency and reliability
Create new revenue streams using premium vehicle insights
Differentiate your business with accurate, licensed data feeds

Unlock UK Vehicle History Data: Rapid Car Check’s Data API for Websites and Apps