How to Check a Motorhome's MOT History (Free)

How to check a motorhome's MOT history

Written and reviewed by our experienced team. Last updated 15 September 2026.

You can check a motorhome's MOT history for free using its registration. The record shows every past MOT result, the advisories and failure reasons, and the mileage recorded at each test. Consistent mileage and no serious recurring advisories are good signs; a mileage that drops points to clocking.

What the MOT history tells you

Pass and fail results going back years.
Advisories: minor issues the tester noted, which hint at how the vehicle has been maintained.
Recorded mileage at each test, which reveals clocking.
Whether MOTs were done on time or lapsed.

Motorhomes and MOTs

A motorhome needs its first MOT on the third anniversary of registration and then every year. Motor caravans are tested in class 4 whatever they weigh (maximum fee £54.85); only goods vehicles move to class 7 by weight. See do motorhomes need an MOT for the GOV.UK wording and a reg checker. Either way, the recorded history is a valuable, free window into the vehicle's past.

Check a motorhome before you buy

Enter the registration for a free summary. Full history check £4.99.

Frequently asked questions

Is a motorhome MOT history free to check?+

Yes, the MOT history is free using the registration. A paid history check adds stolen, finance and write-off data that the MOT record does not include.

What mileage should a used motorhome have?+

There is no single figure; motorhomes are used seasonally and often have low mileage. What matters is that the mileage is consistent across the MOT history and matches the condition.

How to check a motorhome's MOT history

What the MOT history tells you

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