The UK Car Management App
Everything Your Car Needs, In One App
MOT reminders, tax alerts, expense tracking, fuel logging and service history — all powered by official DVLA data. The smartest way to manage your vehicle.
Everything You Need to Manage Your Car
One app that replaces a drawer full of paperwork
DVLA integration
Real-time MOT status, tax status, mileage history and vehicle specifications pulled directly from official DVLA and DVSA records.
MOT & tax reminders
Automated push notifications and email alerts at 4 weeks, 2 weeks and 3 days before your MOT and tax expire. Never miss a deadline.
Expense tracking
Log fuel, insurance, tax, MOT, servicing and repairs. See your true cost per mile and annual running costs with clear category breakdowns.
Digital document storage
Store MOT certificates, insurance documents, service invoices and repair receipts in one secure digital vault. Access them anytime from any device.
Complete Car Management from £7/month or £69/year
One subscription, everything included
No hidden extras or premium tiers. Every CarFile subscription includes DVLA integration, MOT and tax reminders, expense tracking, fuel logging, service history management and digital document storage. Manage multiple vehicles from a single account.
Pays for itself
Avoiding a single MOT or tax lapse penalty saves you more than the annual subscription. Add the insights from expense tracking — helping you identify where to cut costs — and CarFile quickly pays for itself many times over.
Download CarFile Today
Available on iOS and Android. Set up your first vehicle in under 60 seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the CarFile app
What does the CarFile app do?
CarFile is an all-in-one car management app for UK drivers. It connects to official DVLA and DVSA records to track your MOT status, vehicle tax, service history, expenses, fuel costs and documents. You get automated reminders before your MOT and tax expire, and a complete overview of your vehicle's health and costs in one place.
Is the CarFile app free?
CarFile offers a free DVLA vehicle check. The full app with MOT reminders, tax alerts, expense tracking, fuel logging and document storage starts from £7 per month or £69 per year. There is no long-term contract — you can cancel at any time.
Is CarFile available on iOS and Android?
Yes. CarFile is available as a native app on both iOS (iPhone and iPad) via the App Store and Android via Google Play. Your account syncs across all your devices, so you can access your vehicle data on your phone, tablet or the web.
What data does CarFile sync from the DVLA?
CarFile pulls official data from DVLA and DVSA records including MOT status and full test history, vehicle tax status and expiry date, recorded mileage at each MOT, vehicle specifications (make, model, colour, engine size, fuel type, CO2 emissions), and date of first registration.
Can I manage multiple cars in the app?
Yes. You can add multiple vehicles to your CarFile account and manage them all from one dashboard. Each vehicle has its own MOT reminders, tax alerts, expense tracking and service history. This is ideal for households with more than one car or small business fleets.
Is my data secure in the CarFile app?
Yes. CarFile uses industry-standard encryption for all data in transit and at rest. Your personal and vehicle data is stored securely on UK-based servers. We never sell your data to third parties. You can delete your account and all associated data at any time.
What makes CarFile different from other car apps?
CarFile is the only UK car management app that combines official DVLA data integration, automated MOT and tax reminders, full expense tracking, fuel logging with economy analysis, digital document storage and service history management — all in a single, beautifully designed app. Most alternatives only cover one or two of these features.
Why UK Drivers Need a Car Management App
The problem with managing your car today
Managing a vehicle in the UK involves keeping track of multiple deadlines, documents and expenses across different systems. Your MOT expiry date is on one website, your tax status on another, insurance documents in your email, service receipts in a drawer, and fuel costs scattered across bank statements. Most drivers rely on memory or basic calendar reminders — and too many end up with lapsed MOTs, expired tax or surprise repair bills.
The consequences of poor vehicle management are real. Driving without a valid MOT carries a fine of up to £1,000 and invalidates your insurance. Lapsed vehicle tax triggers an automatic £80 penalty from the DVLA, with escalation to court summons if unpaid. And without tracking expenses, most drivers significantly underestimate what their car actually costs to run — making poor financial decisions as a result.
CarFile solves this by bringing everything into one place. Official DVLA data, automated reminders, expense tracking, fuel logging, service history and document storage — all accessible from your phone. No more scattered information, missed deadlines or surprise costs.
How CarFile keeps your vehicle on track
When you add a vehicle to CarFile, the app automatically pulls data from DVLA and DVSA records using your registration number. Within seconds, you see your MOT status, tax status, mileage history and full vehicle specifications. From that point, CarFile monitors your compliance dates and sends proactive reminders before anything expires.
The expense tracking feature lets you log every cost as it happens — fuel fill-ups at the pump, insurance renewals, service invoices, repair bills, parking charges and more. CarFile automatically categorises each expense and calculates your real cost per mile, giving you an honest picture of what your vehicle costs to own and run. Year-on-year comparisons help you spot rising costs and make informed decisions.
The digital document vault keeps all your vehicle paperwork in one secure place — MOT certificates, insurance policies, V5C registration documents, service invoices and repair receipts. Access them instantly from your phone when you need them, whether that is at a garage, roadside or for an insurance claim. Everything is encrypted and stored on UK servers, with full control over your data at all times.
Get the CarFile App Today
Join thousands of UK drivers who manage their vehicles smarter. Available on iOS and Android.