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Search by VIN number and see the whole story
Paste a 17-character VIN for a free decode, the recalls for that model and a count of the records on file. A full vehicle history report with accident, title and odometer records is $12.95.
Tip: The 10th character of a VIN encodes the model year — a quick way to verify the year matches the listing.
How it works
What happens after you hit search
No forms, no account, no waiting on an email. Our AI VIN decoder runs the whole check while the page is still loading the confetti.
Data sources
One VIN search, every record that matters
Single-source reports miss things. Our AI-driven VIN decoder cross-references multiple databases at once and flags the discrepancies between them — that gap between two odometer readings is usually where the story lives.
AI-powered analysis
The AI reads the report so you don't have to
Raw history data is where most VIN lookups stop. Ours is where the analysis starts — pattern detection that typically costs real money when a human expert does it.
Reads the fine print
Interprets complex vehicle history reports and highlights hidden risks — salvage titles, flood damage, odometer rollbacks.
Compares cars for you
An AI-driven comparison engine ranks multiple vehicles on reliability, cost, safety ratings, and complete history.
Risk scores in plain English
Converts technical jargon into clear insights with risk scores, buying recommendations, and red-flag alerts.
VIN fraud detection
Machine learning flags suspicious patterns in title history, mileage inconsistencies, and potential curbstoning.
Pricing
Transparent pricing, no subscription traps
Start free. Pay once if you want the full history. No hidden fees, no auto-renewing surprises.
Free VIN decode
$0 · No signup required
- Instant vehicle specs & manufacturer info
- Recalls for the model (NHTSA)
- Damage & auction record counts
Single report
$12.95 · One-time payment
- Full NMVTIS vehicle history
- Accident records & title verification
- Odometer check & AI fraud detection
- Market value estimate
- 24-hour AI chat access
Business plans
from $5.90 · Per report, volume pricing
- For dealers, mechanics & auto pros
- All premium features included
- Vehicle comparison tools
- Priority support
Every premium report includes 24/7 AI chat — ask about your findings, get negotiation tips, and sanity-check the seller's story.
FAQ
Questions about searching by VIN
How do I search by VIN number?
Find the 17-character VIN on the driver's side of the dashboard, on the sticker in the driver's door jamb, or on the title and registration. Paste it into the search box above and you get a free decode straight away.
Can I search a car by VIN for free?
Yes. A free VIN search decodes the year, make, model, trim and engine, lists the recalls issued for that model and counts the damage and auction records on file. You don't need an account.
What can't a free VIN search show?
Title brands, accident details, odometer readings and ownership history are in the full vehicle history report, which costs $12.95. A report only shows what was reported, so get an independent pre-purchase inspection too.
Is a VIN search only for US cars?
It's built for cars registered in the US. Cars sold outside North America often aren't in the records it searches, so the search may find nothing for them.
Check any vehicle's history in seconds
Buying a used car, running a dealership, or inspecting vehicles for clients — paste the VIN and the instant VIN check does the rest.