Ireland's Dedicated Service History Specialist
We do one thing well: retrieve the official manufacturer service records for Irish-registered cars and imports, using the Irish reg or VIN - the main dealer history that general vehicle checks don't show.
Check a VehicleWhat ServiceStamp Checks
Full Service History
Direct access to manufacturer and franchised dealer service records
Basic Vehicle Details
Make, model, registration, engine size, and VIN verification
Odometer Readings
The km (or miles, for most UK imports) recorded at each dealer service, to compare with the odometer and NCT certificates
Irish Reg or VIN Lookup
Search by Irish registration (e.g. 191-D-12345) or 17-character VIN, including UK imports now on Irish plates
What We Don't Check (And Why)
We deliberately focus on service history because specialisation lets us go deeper into manufacturer records than general providers do. For finance, stolen, and write-off checks, use a dedicated vehicle history / finance check alongside our report. Independent garage and DIY servicing isn't held by manufacturers, so it isn't included either.
Buying a used car in Ireland?
Pair your ServiceStamp report with a vehicle history / finance check, and ask the seller for the current NCT certificate and the Vehicle Registration Certificate (VRC). Between them, they cover servicing, finance, write-offs, roadworthiness and ownership.
Why Specialisation Matters
OE Manufacturer Access
We connect directly to Original Equipment manufacturer service systems, not just generic databases.
Dealer Network Data
See the services logged by main dealers - in Dublin, Cork, Galway or anywhere else - that general check providers don't cover.
Quality Over Quantity
We'd rather give you comprehensive service history than superficial coverage of everything.
ServiceStamp vs General Check Providers
| Feature | ServiceStamp | Vehicle History Checks |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer service records | Deep access | Limited / None |
| Dealer service records | Comprehensive | Patchy |
| Finance check | ||
| Write-off check | ||
| Stolen check |
When to Use ServiceStamp
Buying a Used Car
Check the seller's "full service history" claim before you buy, and compare the odometer readings with the NCT certificates to spot clocking.
Buying a UK Import
Search by the Irish reg it got after VRT, or the VIN, and compare the records the manufacturer holds with the paperwork from its UK years.
Lost Service Book
Recover your car's main dealer service records from the manufacturer's systems when the physical book has been lost or damaged.
Selling Your Car
Show buyers or a dealer taking a trade-in the official service record, alongside the NCT certificate and VRC. A manufacturer report adds credibility.
Understanding the Difference Between Service History Checks and Vehicle History Checks
When buying a used car in Ireland, most buyers are familiar with vehicle history / finance checks. These cover finance agreements, insurance write-offs, stolen status, and the number of previous owners. What many buyers don't realise is that these general checks usually say little about service history. That's the gap ServiceStamp fills.
ServiceStamp is a dedicated service history specialist. Rather than aggregating data from many sources, we retrieve the service records held in Original Equipment (OE) manufacturer systems - the records main dealers log against the car's VIN. That means dates, odometer readings, and the work carried out at main dealer workshops, for 39 brands.
Why Service History Matters in Ireland
A car's service history affects its value, reliability, and how easily it sells. Irish buyers expect a car advertised with full service history (FSH) to have the records to back it up - yet many still rely on a paper service book that can be lost, incomplete or stamped by anyone. The NCT confirms a car was roadworthy on the day of the test, but it isn't a service, and it won't tell you whether the oil, filters or timing belt were changed on schedule.
ServiceStamp provides independent verification from the digital service records stored in manufacturer systems. You can confirm whether a car was genuinely serviced at authorised dealers, compare the odometer reading at each service with its NCT certificates, and spot gaps in the maintenance schedule. That matters just as much for a UK import on Irish plates as for a car sold new here. For sellers, a ServiceStamp report is credible proof of service history.
Complementing Your Vehicle Checks
We recommend using ServiceStamp alongside - not instead of - a vehicle history / finance check, which covers finance, theft, and write-off issues. ServiceStamp protects you against service history fraud and gives you confidence in the car's maintenance record. Together with the NCT certificate and the Vehicle Registration Certificate (VRC), they give you a much clearer picture when buying or selling a used car in Ireland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I still need a vehicle history / finance check?
If you're buying a used car in Ireland, yes - we recommend a ServiceStamp report and a separate vehicle history / finance check. ServiceStamp shows the official manufacturer service records for the car. A vehicle history / finance check covers outstanding finance, write-offs and stolen status. Add the car's NCT certificate and Vehicle Registration Certificate (VRC), and you have a much fuller picture before you hand over any money.
Why don't you check finance or write-off status?
We believe in specialisation. By focusing exclusively on service history, we can go deeper into the official manufacturer and main dealer records that general check providers don't cover. For finance and write-off checks, dedicated vehicle history providers have established relationships with finance houses and insurers.
What makes your service history data different?
General vehicle checks focus on finance, write-off and registration data, and often carry little or no service detail. ServiceStamp retrieves the service records held in the manufacturer's own systems - the ones logged by main dealers against the car's VIN - so you see dates, odometer readings and the work carried out.
Does it work for cars imported from the UK?
Yes. Once a UK import has paid VRT and been given its Irish registration, you can search by that Irish reg or by the 17-character VIN. The report shows the service records the manufacturer holds against that VIN. Ask the seller for any paperwork from the car's UK years too, and remember UK imports usually read in miles rather than km.
Can ServiceStamp help if I've lost my service book?
Absolutely. This is one of our most popular use cases. If the car was serviced at main dealers, the manufacturer still holds those records even when the physical service book has been lost - useful proof of service history when you come to sell your car in Ireland.
Ready to Check a Vehicle's Service History?
Enter an Irish registration or VIN to get the official manufacturer service records for the car - Irish-market or imported, across 39 brands.
Buying or selling vehicles in volume?
Reports from €3.99 with volume pricing. The more you check, the less you pay — plus dedicated support and a team dashboard.