HPI Check
Our full vehicle check covers everything you'd get with an HPI check and more — all powered by official UK data sources.
What is an HPI Check?
An HPI check is a comprehensive vehicle history investigation that reveals crucial information about a used car before you buy it. The term "HPI" originally referred to Hire Purchase Information Ltd, which pioneered vehicle history checking in the UK. Today, it has become a generic term for any thorough vehicle background check.
A full HPI-style check from AutoReveal covers outstanding finance agreements (HP, PCP, and lease), stolen vehicle register searches via the Police National Computer, insurance write-off records (Categories S, N, B, and A), keeper change history, plate change records, colour change history, import and export status, VIC check results, and fleet or taxi vehicle usage history.
Why Do You Need an HPI Check?
Buying a used car without an HPI check is like buying a house without a survey. Around 1 in 3 vehicles in the UK has some form of hidden history, whether it's outstanding finance (which means the finance company could legally repossess the car from you), a previous write-off that affects safety and value, or even a theft record. An HPI check protects you from these risks and gives you the information you need to negotiate a fair price.
AutoReveal vs Traditional HPI
AutoReveal goes beyond a traditional HPI check. In addition to all the standard checks, we provide mileage anomaly detection using advanced algorithms, current market valuations from trusted data providers, depreciation trend analysis, an AI-powered risk assessment score, and a detailed PDF report you can download and share. All of this from just £8.33 per check with our bundle deals.