Check vehicle history by license plate
Enter a license plate and state to identify the vehicle and review its available title, accident, odometer, sale, and safety recall history in one report.
Vehicle History by License Plate
Records this search may include
- Vehicle identified from plate and state
- Title and vehicle history events
- Reported accidents and damage
- Odometer readings, sales, and recalls
What this search can help you review
When the plate is all you have, start there. Enter the plate and the state that issued it to identify the year, make, model, and VIN, then follow the vehicle's reported history from its earliest records to its most recent.
- Vehicle identified from plate and state
- Title and vehicle history events
- Reported accidents and damage
- Odometer readings, sales, and recalls
Vehicle Report Resources
Choose a focused search page for the record category you need.
Coverage and verification
A history report reflects what was reported to its sources. Before you decide on a vehicle, compare it with the title, the service records, and an independent inspection.
How It Works
- Enter the 17-character VIN, or the license plate and the state that issued it.
- Confirm the year, make, and model we identify for that vehicle.
- Continue securely to review the complete vehicle report.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I check a used car's history with just the plate?
Yes. Enter the plate and the state that issued it. We identify the vehicle and show the year, make, and model for you to confirm before continuing.
What can appear in the vehicle history?
Depending on what has been reported, it may include title events, accidents and damage, odometer readings, sale history, safety recalls, and specifications.
Why confirm the vehicle first?
Plates can move between vehicles. Confirming the year, make, and model makes sure the history you review belongs to the vehicle in front of you.