UK IMEI Blacklist & Stolen Phone Check
Buying a second-hand phone? Check its recorded history before you buy. For just £1.50, MobiCheck searches available records covering network blacklisting, lost or stolen devices, finance claims, insurance records and more.
Your report is delivered to the email address associated with your PayPal payment.
Connecting to PayPalWhat's included in your £1.50 IMEI check?
Every MobiCheck report includes 20 individual checks against available recorded information, together with device identification and blacklist details.
Device identity
Confirms the IMEI is valid, identifies the manufacturer and model, and checks available records for possible counterfeit or cloned devices.
Network and blacklist
Checks recorded network lost or stolen reports, current and previous, temporary and expired blocks, and blacklist details.
Police and lost property
Checks recorded police lost or stolen and lost-property reports, crime references, and current or previous investigations.
Ownership, finance and insurance
Checks available records for ownership claims, financial interest claims, insurance claims and whether the device is recorded as currently insured.
Device history
Checks recorded previous owners, refused purchases, previous recycling, warranty claims and manufacturer repair history.
What a clear result means
MobiCheck searches the records available to us at the time of your check. A report showing no matching records does not guarantee that a device is free from undisclosed problems or future reports.
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Faster
A live lookup against the GSMA Global Device Blacklist Registry and other related datasets, so you can check a handset before you agree a purchase.
Global
Recorded information contributed by networks, law enforcement, insurers, traders and recyclers in the UK and internationally.
Simple pricing
£1.50 per check, with no subscription required. Pay securely through PayPal and receive your report by email.
IMEI Check — Frequently Asked Questions
What is an IMEI check?
An IMEI check looks up your phone's unique 15-digit identity number against the GSMA Global Device Blacklist Registry and other recorded information from networks, police, insurers and finance providers. Your report shows whether matching records were found for lost or stolen reports, network blocks, finance or insurance claims and device history.
How do I find my IMEI number?
Dial *#06# on the phone's keypad and the IMEI appears on screen. You can also find it in Settings > About Phone, printed on the SIM tray, or on the original box.
How do I check if a phone is blacklisted or stolen?
Enter the phone's IMEI number and your email address in the form above. The check costs £1.50, paid securely through PayPal, and your report is sent to your PayPal email address once payment is confirmed.
Why run an IMEI check before buying a used phone?
A blacklisted handset may be blocked from making calls or using mobile data on participating networks, and a device reported stolen may be recovered by its owner. A quick check before you hand over money helps you avoid buying a phone with recorded problems.
What does it mean if a phone is blacklisted?
A blacklisted IMEI may prevent a handset from connecting to participating mobile networks. Devices can be blacklisted after being reported lost or stolen, or for other reasons. Before buying a used phone, checking its recorded blacklist status can help identify potential problems.
Does a clear result guarantee the phone is fine?
No. MobiCheck reports information available in the sources checked at the time of the request. A phone may be reported lost or stolen later, and not every incident or financial interest is recorded. Use the report as one part of your checks before buying a second-hand phone.