Protect Yourself from Risk
Check the vehicle's available history records before you buy, so you can spot warning signs and reduce the risk of costly problems.
Check the vehicle's history by VIN and avoid costly surprises
Every car has a past — check available records before you decide, instead of discovering problems after purchase.
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- Reports from £13.99 / €13.99 / US$20.99 — you see the exact price before you pay.
- No hidden subscriptions! You pay only once for the report you buy.
Why Choose VIN-Info?
VIN-Info helps you check available vehicle history records quickly and securely, so you can compare the seller's claims with recorded data before you buy.
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How to Check a Vehicle's History
To check a vehicle’s history, you first need to locate the 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). This number can be found on the car itself and in the vehicle registration document. It is often also listed in the sales advertisement.
With the VIN, you can see which data is available and order a vehicle history report. Depending on the records for that VIN, the report may show previous owners, accidents or damage, auction listings, mileage readings and legal/title information. This helps you assess the risk of buying a vehicle with an unclear past.
What is free and what do you pay for?
Checking a VIN starts for free. You only pay once you have seen which data exists for that vehicle and decide you want the full report.
Free of charge
- VIN decoding: make, model, year of manufacture, fuel type, body type, country of origin and other technical data.
- The list of report sections available for that VIN — a green tick marks the data that will be filled in.
- No account and no payment details: enter the VIN and you see the available scope straight away.
Paid report
- Mileage readings, damage and accident records, auction listings and archival photos — where such records exist.
- Results from stolen-vehicle databases, prior use and title information.
- The complete vehicle history report, available online right after payment.
- Price from £13.99 / €13.99 / US$20.99: it depends on how much data was found for the VIN, and the exact amount is shown before payment.
Sections that stay empty in the free check stay empty in the paid report as well — so you know the scope before you pay.
Data and experience you can rely on
Since 2010 we have been building tools for decoding VIN numbers and checking vehicle history. Our systems process data at scale, helping drivers in many countries learn more about a vehicle before they buy it.
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Detailed vehicle information
Check the VIN to see the available records for a vehicle — whether you're deciding to buy, in the middle of a deal, or just want to learn its history. Depending on the VIN and data sources, a report may show accident or damage history, mileage readings, legal/title status and other useful details. Available sections may include:
Vehicle History
A detailed overview of the vehicle's past, including auction history, sales records and more.
Vehicle Damage
Available information on reported collisions and damage, when such records exist.
Mileage Readings
Mileage readings from available records, helping you check for gaps or discrepancies.
Vehicle Use
Insights into the vehicle’s usage, such as whether it was used as a taxi or for other purposes.
Theft Information
Checks available theft databases for records indicating that the vehicle was reported stolen.
Archival Photos
Historical photos that provide a visual record of the vehicle over time.
Technical Data
Detailed technical specifications and information about the vehicle’s equipment options.
VIN Analysis
VIN decoding and format checks, with manufacturer details and origin data where available.
Please note that while our reports provide a detailed analysis of a vehicle's history, they depend on the availability and completeness of data from the databases we work with. As a result, not every section may be available or contain data in every report.
Frequently asked questions about a VIN report
What does a VIN report show?
Depending on the records available for that VIN, a report may show mileage readings, damage and accident records, auction listings and archival photos, results from stolen-vehicle databases, prior use and title information. The exact scope depends on the vehicle.
What can I check for free?
Checking a VIN starts for free: you see the decoded vehicle data (make, model, year of manufacture, fuel type, body type, country of origin) and the list of report sections available for that VIN. You pay only if you decide you want the full report, and you see the exact price before you pay.
How do I check a car imported from abroad?
Use its VIN. A VIN report draws on records from many databases, so it can show events from before the car was registered in your country. How much data is available depends on the country and the vehicle, and the free check shows which sections have data.
How can I tell whether the odometer was rolled back?
No report can guarantee that. If records exist for the car, a report may include mileage readings from different dates, and comparing them can help you notice inconsistencies. It is only one source of information, so also have the car inspected by a mechanic.
How long do I have access to a purchased report?
A purchased report is available on the website for at least 30 days from the date of purchase. You pay once for the report you buy, with no subscription.
What if the report has no data for my VIN?
Sections that stay empty in the free check stay empty in the paid report, so you know the scope before you pay. Not every vehicle has records in every source.
Check the vehicle's history before buying the car
Enter the VIN to see available report sections, then order and download the report. It may include accident or damage records, mileage readings, prior use and other data that helps you decide before buying.
Check VIN NowVehicle History
When you order a VIN report, you receive a report compiled from available records in our data sources. It helps you compare the seller’s claims with recorded history and check available stolen-vehicle databases. The VIN-Info system combines data from many sources and presents key information about the vehicle — enter the VIN to get started.
VIN Decoder
A VIN decoder reads information encoded in the vehicle's VIN. Data quality can affect how much can be decoded. In a VIN-Info report, decoder results are shown alongside history records and can help you compare the vehicle with documents and the seller's claims.