usefull links for those buying bikes and more

[seb421]

Some handy links, possibly for those buying used bikes or just wanting to have a nosey at their history

MOT history request, if its been clocked this should let you know and its free, take your phone when you go to see it and get the number off the last MOT or just ask for it over the phone, simples
http://motinfo.direct.gov.uk/internet/j ... equest.jsp

MOT status check request
http://motinfo.direct.gov.uk/internet/j ... equest.jsp

Check if vehicle is on the Motor Insurance Database
http://ownvehicle.askmid.com/

VIN Decoder
http://www.motoverse.com/tools/vinDecoder.asp

MOT Inspection manual
http://www.ukmot.com/bike_index.asp


Push bikes -

Bike Register - "BikeChecker is a FREE service for people purchasing a second-hand bike, which allows you to check that the bike is not listed as “STOLEN” on the BikeRegister Database."
https://www.bikeregister.com/bike-checker

[seb421]

How scammers get your details on eBay, list with out you knowing, and them scam other people using your account.

Old but still relevant, watch those URL's guy's

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[VTRDark]

watch those URL's guy's

Or better still set your browsers preferences/settings to warn you if a web site tries to redirect or reload a page.

Link for VOSA MOT Manuals here.
http://www.transportoffice.gov.uk/crt/d ... guides.htm

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[seb421]

Just bumping this so new people can see it

Any one got anything else they can add?

[seb421]

added vin check link bazza put up

[monga]

thank you for sharing, very helpfull

[raggydan]

very useful thanks.

[popkat]

Check Tax and MOT status with Reg number and make

http://www.vtr1000.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=34902

[seb421]

Cheers can someone edit the first post and put the relevant link directly in

[Paultandy]

Good work

[geeman22]

Thanks for the info

[zakisbak]

Very useful,especially the stolen bike register.
Who knew there was a free version of a usually paid for check?