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Get car finance with a soft credit search

A soft credit check lets you see if you can get car finance without impacting your credit score. At Carboom, we only run soft searches first, so there’s no mark on your credit file.

Soft checks give lenders a general idea of your finances, like your income, spending, and credit history. This helps them decide if you might qualify for car finance—without a full check that could affect your credit score.

If you go ahead with an application, the lender will run a full credit check, which will show on your credit file. Starting with a soft check means you can avoid unnecessary hard searches that could lower your score.

Use our finance calculator to get an idea of your monthly payments. This way, you can see the costs upfront before applying.

No credit check car finance for those with bad credit scores

You can still get car finance even with a bad credit score. At Carboom, we help drivers secure finance without unnecessary hard credit checks that could impact their credit file.

Our process starts with a soft credit check, so you can check your eligibility without affecting your credit score. This means you won’t face multiple hard searches that might lower your rating.

We specialise in bad credit car finance, working with lenders who look beyond just your credit history. Whether you’ve missed payments or have irregular income from self-employment, we’re here to help.

Car finance calculator

Finance calculator

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  • 36month
  • 42month
  • 48month
  • 60month

This helps you get a more accurate finance estimate

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Won't affect your credit score

We are a credit broker not a lender
Your estimated examples

These estimates are subject to credit checks, and may change if you do apply for finance.

PCP
£0/pm
HP
£0/pm
Loan amount£7,500.00
Length of Loan60 months
Monthly payment£0
Interest rate14.9% APR
Optional final payment£0
Amount of interest£0
Total payment£0

Do I need a credit check to get car finance?

Yes, most car finance applications require a credit check, but there are options even if you have bad credit or no credit history. At Carboom, we work with a range of lenders to help you secure car finance, no matter your credit profile.

We know that not everyone has a perfect credit history. If you’ve missed payments, had financial struggles, or are self-employed, we focus on finding solutions that suit your situation. Our soft credit check process lets you check eligibility without affecting your credit score.

If you decide to go ahead, a hard credit check will be needed to complete the application. However, by starting with a soft search, you lower the risk of multiple hard checks affecting your credit file.

Hard credit search vs soft search

A soft credit search lets you check your eligibility for car finance without affecting your credit score, while a hard search leaves a visible mark on your credit file. At Carboom, we start with a soft search to help you explore car finance options without risk.

Here’s the key difference between the two:

Soft Credit Search

Hard Credit Search

No impact on your credit score.

Recorded on your credit file.

Allows lenders to view your credit history and profile.

Can lower your credit score if done frequently.

Not visible to other lenders.

Visible to other lenders.

Ideal for getting car finance quotes and eligibility.

Necessary to finalise a car finance application.

Who is eligible for no credit check car finance?

To apply for car finance you need to

Requirements

Car must meet the following criteria:

Your name

Be aged 18-75 years old

  • Car finance from £4,000 – £40,000

Date of birth and nationality

Requires initial deposit

  • Maximum of 120,000 mileage on the vehicle

Your recent address history

Receive a monthly income of £1,000 or above

  • No older than 14 years at the end of the agreement

Tour employment status

Your income and expenses

How to get a car with no credit check?

Getting a car with no credit check at Carboom is simple, even if you have bad credit. Here’s how to get started:

  • Use the finance calculator – Estimate your monthly payments and total loan amount to find a plan that fits your budget.
  • Start the application – Apply online by providing your personal and financial details. This begins with a soft credit check that won’t impact your credit score.
  • Submit documents – Complete the necessary paperwork and submit any required documents for verification.

Carboom works with lenders who assess affordability, helping you secure finance even with a bad credit history.

Get car finance with confidence

Get your car finance

Check your eligibility for car finance deals with no impact on your credit score

Buy a car from any dealer

Once approved, collect or get your vehicle delivered to you.

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We’ll do a thorough car check, full-service history and dealer check. Buy with confidence.

Buy your car with confidence

You can get your car finance quotes quickly and easily, without any hassle. Imagine yourself behind the wheel of your new car—it could be just a few steps away!

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