VIN CHECK
VIN Check – Fast and Reliable Vehicle History Report
Looking to buy a used car and want to be sure? With the VIN Check, you can verify a vehicle’s history in just a few steps — helping you spot potential risks early and make an informed buying decision.
What is a VIN-Check?
Every vehicle has a unique 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . This number allows you to look up a vehicle’s history online.
Typical information revealed by a VIN check includes:
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Recorded mileage readings
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Accident and damage reports
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Ownership changes and registration details
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Theft records
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Maintenance and recall information
Where can you find the VIN? Usually on the vehicle registration certificate, at the lower edge of the windshield, in the engine bay, or stamped onto the bodywork.
Here's how the VIN Check works, step by step.
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Prepare the VIN: Note the 17-character number from the registration certificate or directly on the vehicle
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Start the lookup: Open the VIN check page and enter the number.
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Database match: The VIN is checked against international databases and the available vehicle data is clearly summarized.
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Read the report. Review key findings on mileage, accidents, ownership changes, theft flags, recalls, and other alerts.
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Make a decision. Combine the report with an on-site viewing or a professional pre-purchase inspection.
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VIN Check vs. Used Car Check: What’s the Difference?
A VIN check provides data from databases. A used car inspection evaluates the actual vehicle. Both complement each other — but one cannot replace the other.
What is being checked?
Vehicle Identity & Theft
History & Registrations
Mileage
Accident/Damage Reports
Repaired accidents
Maintenance & recalls
Rust / Bodywork
Brakes & Suspension
Engine & Transmission
Electrical/Electronics
Test drive
Underbody / Leaks
HU/AU plausibility
Purchase recommendation
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The report is an important first step, but true technical assurance only comes from an on-site inspection.
Why a VIN Check alone is not enough
Digital data can reveal a vehicle’s history and potential red flags — but not its current condition.
Typical issues that only a physical inspection can uncover include:
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Brakes and suspension: uneven wear, shock absorbers, axle play
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Engine and drive: Leaks, noises, loss of power
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Electronics: Control units, error codes, sensor system
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Bodywork: hidden rust, panel gaps, repainting
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Test drive: handling, vibrations, noise levels
If you really want to be sure, combine the VIN Check with a professional used car isnpection.
Our Used Car Inspection Packages
With our packages, you receive an independent assessment of the vehicle’s condition — clearly documented and easy to understand.
➡️ View Used Car Inspection Packages
Car-Check
all car models up to 299 hp
✅ Certified experts
✅ Engine check
✅ Body check
✅ Gearbox check
✅ Tire check
✅ Brake check
✅ Paint layer measurement
✅ Engine / fault diagnosis (OBD)
✅ Document review
✅ Photo documentation
✅ Digital status report
✅ Visual inspection of the interior
✅ Defect classification
☑️ Rating of the provider
☑️ Determination vehicle market value
☑️ Repair cost calculation
☑️ VIN Check
Price: 289 €
including journey
Car-Check
all car models up to 299 hp
✅ Certified experts
✅ Engine check
✅ Body check
✅ Gearbox check
✅ Tire check
✅ Brake check
✅ Paint layer measurement
✅ Engine / fault diagnosis (OBD)
✅ Document review
✅ Photo documentation
✅ Digital status report
✅ Visual inspection of the interior
✅ Defect classification
✅ Provider rating
✅ Determination vehicle market value
✅ Repair cost calculation
✅ VIN Check
Price: 339 €
including journey
Your Benefit
Expertise
Our experienced team is very familiar with the challenges of buying a car and will find vehicles that meet your requirements.
Time saving
By taking care of the search, you can sit back and focus on other things while we find the perfect vehicle for you.
Risk minimization
Thanks to our expertise, we identify potential risks and hidden defects early on, so you are protected from unpleasant surprises.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does a FIN query show?
It compiles data on mileage records, damage reports, ownership changes, registrations, theft records, and in some cases, maintenance or recall information — depending on data availability.
How reliable are the results?
Reports are based on available sources. Data quality may vary depending on the vehicle’s history and country of registration. That’s why we always recommend an additional on-site inspection.
Where can I find the VIN?
On the vehicle registration certificate, at the lower edge of the windshield, in the engine bay, or stamped onto the body.
Is a VIN Check Required When Buying a Car?
Not mandatory — but highly recommended to identify potential risks and assess the purchase price realistically.
Does a VIN Check Replace a Used Car Inspection?
No. It’s the first step. The technical evaluation of the vehicle’s actual condition can only be provided by a professional used car inspection.