Instant Car Trade Valuation
Stop guessing what a dealer will offer you. Enter your registration to instantly get a highly accurate car trade valuation backed by official motor trade data, MOT history analysis, and live market pricing so you never under-sell.
Smarter than a standard valuation
We combine professional book values with AI analysis of the vehicle's actual condition based on its MOT history and provenance data.
Three-Tier Valuation
Get trade-in value (what a dealer would offer), private sale value (selling directly), and retail value (dealer forecourt price) — with low, mid, and high ranges.
AI Condition Adjustment
Our AI analyses MOT advisories, failure patterns, and mileage consistency to adjust the valuation based on the car's likely actual condition — not just age and mileage.
Market Context
See how the asking price compares to market averages. Know instantly if a car is overpriced, fairly priced, or a potential bargain.
Provenance Impact
Write-off history, outstanding finance, and other provenance issues significantly affect value. We calculate the exact impact so you can negotiate accordingly.
Dealer Margin Insight
See the typical margin between part-exchange, trade, and retail prices — so you understand where the money is and can negotiate from a position of knowledge.
Upcoming Cost Factor
We factor in predicted maintenance costs from our AI engine — a car with expensive imminent repairs is worth less than the book value suggests.
Frequently asked questions
How accurate is this car trade valuation?
Our valuation engine uses professional book values (the exact same datasets used by the motor trade industry) combined with advanced AI condition analysis. Because we adjust for your actual MOT history and component failure predictions, our trade-in estimations are highly accurate and represent what a dealer will genuinely offer you today.
What is the difference between a car trade valuation and a private sale value?
A car trade valuation (or dealer part-exchange value) is the wholesale price a commercial dealer will offer you to buy the car outright. A private sale value is the higher price you could expect when selling it yourself directly to another driver. Retail value is the highest margin — representing what a dealership would charge to sell the car on their forecourt.
How does write-off history affect value?
A Cat N write-off typically reduces value by around 20%. A Cat S write-off reduces value by around 40%. Cat A and Cat B vehicles should be scrapped and have no resale value. These are estimates — actual impact varies by vehicle and buyer appetite.
Is the valuation free?
Our free check includes AI market price intelligence with an estimated value range. The full professional valuation with trade/private/retail breakdowns and provenance impact is part of the premium report (£9.99).
Can I use the valuation for insurance purposes?
Our valuations provide a useful indication of market value, but for agreed-value insurance policies you may need a formal independent valuation. Our report can serve as supporting evidence alongside other sources.
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Get a valuation now
Enter a registration number to see what the vehicle is worth — with AI condition analysis.