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A Vehicle Identification Number is a unique 17-character code that encodes the manufacturer, model, body type, engine, production year, and a serial number that never repeats. Each position has meaning, which is why it is the only reliable key that ties a car to its technical history across borders.

With one VIN you can uncover odometer readings from inspections, declared accidents, total-loss events, flood damage, manufacturer recalls, theft alerts, and even how the car was used in its previous life. Without it, you rely solely on what the seller tells you and miss the signals hidden in official databases.

Skipping a VIN lookup means you can end up with a car that has rolled-back mileage, structural damage, flood history, or open legal issues that block registration. A salvaged car may look shiny after cosmetic repairs but hide corrosion, electrical faults, or missing airbags.

A verified VIN saves money during negotiation, keeps you away from cars that devalue faster, and prevents you from discovering insurance or finance blocks after you have already paid. It is the cheapest safeguard before transferring any funds.

We aggregate data from insurers, inspection bodies, and international registries. A full report lists mileage evolution, declared accidents, estimated damage costs, usage type (taxi, rental, fleet), theft or seizure alerts, and active recalls that could give you free repairs.

You see anomalies in seconds—sudden mileage drops, long periods without inspections, ownership changes that may hide problems, or title changes from normal to salvage and back. Everything is laid out chronologically so you can spot patterns immediately.

Enter the VIN or plate, get a free validation, and upgrade to the detailed report when you find a promising car. Reports open instantly in a new tab so you can keep talking to the seller without losing your place.

Mobile users can save reports to their account, set alerts for updates, and share links with mechanics or trusted friends before booking a test drive.

Check the registration certificate, the VIN plate visible through the windshield, the driver-side door jamb, the engine bay, or the spare-wheel well on some models. Make sure the number in the papers matches the one stamped on the car and on any service stickers.

Any mismatch is a red flag—walk away and avoid a risky purchase. If the VIN looks tampered with, request fresh photos and decline the deal if you cannot verify it on-site.

Use the search bar above to validate the car you want. If the free data looks clean, unlock the full report and negotiate with confidence based on evidence, not promises.

Save every report to your account so you can compare multiple options side by side. If you buy and later resell, you already have transparent documentation to show the next owner.

German brands like BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, and Mercedes-Benz often show clear service history and recall actions in DACH markets. This helps you verify if long-life services and software updates were done in time.

Italian and French models (Fiat, Renault, Peugeot) frequently appear as ex-rental or city cars; reports help you spot intensive urban use, while for hybrids and EVs (Toyota, Hyundai, Kia, Tesla) you can see battery-related campaigns when data exists.

A verified VIN helps avoid problems with registration authorities and insurers. If a vehicle is flagged as stolen or under lien abroad, you will know before handing over money.

Structural damage notes also tell you whether an upcoming inspection could fail without repairs. Use the report as documentation with your insurer or when you need proof for a claim or a dispute.

Start with the free validation to filter risky listings. For cars that pass the first screen, buy the full report and highlight any anomalies to request price reductions or additional repairs before purchase.

If the report is clean, present it as evidence to justify your offer and to speed up closing. Sellers appreciate prepared buyers, and you avoid surprises after payment.