What is a vehicle salvage check?

A vehicle salvage check searches databases and auction house records to see if a vehicle has previously been declared a total loss or sold as salvage, often revealing structural or severe damage.

How do I check if a car is Cat S or Cat N?

To check if a car is Cat S (Structural Damage) or Cat N (Non-Structural Damage), enter the registration number into our Salvage Check tool. We instantly query historical records to see if it has been written off and categorized by insurers.

Does this include Copart auction history?

Yes! Our salvage check includes extensive UK Copart auction history. If the car was sold through a salvage auction, we can often show you the exact date of sale and the original damage photos from the auction lot.

How can I find out if a car has been written off?

The easiest way to find out if a car has been written off is by running a full salvage history check. It will reveal if the car was an insurance write-off, even if the seller is trying to hide it.

Cat S / Cat N & Copart Salvage Check

Has this car been written off? Check if a car is Cat S or Cat N, search extensive UK Copart auction history, and view the original damage photos before buying.

See What You'll Get

Example reports for salvage history.

Salvage History Found

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This vehicle has been listed at salvage auctions in the past. It may have sustained significant damage.

Make: FORD

Model: FIESTA

Auction Category / DescriptionCAT S - Repairable Structural

Primary DamageSlight Front Damage

Secondary DamageSuspension

Odometer at Auction45,120 miles

Auction Date12 May 2022

Auction Photos Available (1)

Full Vehicle Details

Engine Capacity998cc

Fuel TypePetrol

TransmissionManual

First Registered2014

Vehicle Status

MOT StatusExpired

MOT Expiry Date10 Jan 2023

Tax StatusSORN

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Cat S / Cat N & Copart Salvage Check

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cat S / Cat N & Copart Salvage Check

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a vehicle salvage check?

Can I check salvage history by VIN number?

Will I see pictures of the damage?