Buying a used car has always been a bit of a detective game. You check MOT history, look for finance flags, and scan the paperwork - but the service history often stays frustratingly vague.
ServiceStamp has launched a new check that aims to solve that. Their announcement (January 5, 2026) says buyers can now access manufacturer-recorded service history in a single report.
What is ServiceStamp?
ServiceStamp is a UK-based service history checker. The big idea is simple:
- pull service records directly from manufacturer databases
- show the entries used by franchised dealerships
- deliver the report instantly online
They say it covers 43+ brands and costs GBP 9.99 per check.
Why this matters
Paper service books used to tell the whole story. But many cars (especially from 2012 onwards) are logged digitally instead. That makes it harder for private buyers to verify servicing without calling dealerships one by one.
This is the gap ServiceStamp is trying to close:
- verify service dates and service types
- see mileage logged at each service
- confirm work carried out at franchised dealerships
- view MOT history alongside the service record
Who is it for?
ServiceStamp says the report is useful for:
- buyers, to confirm a car has been serviced properly
- sellers, to prove a full service history
- dealers, to speed up appraisals
- owners, to recover lost records
The three-step check
- Enter a UK registration number or 17-character VIN
- Pay GBP 9.99
- Get the report instantly (where data is available)
If a report cannot be generated for an unsupported vehicle or a technical issue, they state a full refund is provided.
How it fits with vehicle checks
Service history is a separate layer of confidence. It does not replace checks for:
- outstanding finance
- theft
- write-off history
- plate or identity issues
Think of ServiceStamp as the service history layer, and a full vehicle check as the risk layer. Together, they make a stronger decision.
The bottom line
ServiceStamp is aiming to make service history verification as quick as checking MOTs or finance. If the coverage holds up, it fills a very real gap for buyers who want proof - not just promises - that a car has been looked after.
If you are already running history checks, adding verified service records can be the extra confidence you need before you buy.