Has It Been Clocked?
Mileage fraud costs UK buyers over £800 million a year. Our AI analyses every MOT odometer reading to detect rollbacks, suspicious gaps, and inconsistent usage patterns — for free.
How our AI catches clocking
Checking the last recorded mileage isn't enough. Our algorithm analyses the entire pattern of readings to uncover fraud that manual inspection would miss.
Pattern Analysis
Our AI examines the trajectory of mileage readings across every MOT test — looking for deviations from expected usage patterns that indicate tampering.
Rollback Detection
If a mileage reading is lower than a previous one, the odometer has been wound back. We flag these immediately with severity ratings.
Suspicious Jumps
An unusually large increase between tests can indicate the odometer was set forward — or that it was rolled back before a previous test.
Gap Analysis
Suspiciously low mileage between tests can indicate the car was clocked. We flag periods where the annual mileage drops far below the vehicle's average.
Mileage Confidence Score
We calculate an overall mileage integrity score — factoring in consistency, average annual miles, and any anomalies detected across the full history.
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Frequently asked questions
How common is mileage fraud in the UK?
According to industry estimates, around 1 in 16 used cars sold in the UK has had its mileage tampered with. This costs buyers over £800 million per year in overpayment and unexpected repair bills.
How does VehicleIntel detect clocking?
We analyse every recorded MOT mileage reading using AI pattern detection. The algorithm looks for rollbacks (mileage going down), suspicious gaps (abnormally low mileage periods), excessive jumps, and inconsistencies that deviate from the expected usage pattern.
Can mileage fraud be detected from MOT records alone?
MOT records are the single best source for detecting clocking, since they provide dated odometer readings throughout the car's life. Our AI can identify subtle patterns like a sudden change in average annual mileage that indicate the odometer was reset.
What should I do if clocking is detected?
If our analysis flags mileage anomalies, we recommend not purchasing the vehicle without further investigation. You should check service history records, look for wear patterns inconsistent with claimed mileage, and consider an independent inspection.
Is the mileage check free?
Yes. The AI mileage fraud analysis is included in our free check. It uses official DVSA MOT mileage readings and our proprietary pattern detection algorithm at no cost.
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