Know your vehicle's
complete history
Getting a comprehensive vehicle history report from carsDNA.com is quick, easy, and affordable. Follow our simple guide below.
How It Works
Getting your vehicle history report from carsDNA.com is straightforward. Follow these five simple steps.
Where to Find Your VIN
Dashboard (Windshield)
Look through the windshield at the base of the dashboard on the driver's side. The VIN plate is typically visible from outside the vehicle.
Driver's Door Jamb
Open the driver's door and look at the edge of the door frame where the door latches. A sticker with the VIN is usually located here.
Registration Papers
Your vehicle registration certificate (rego) always includes the VIN. Check the front page — it's usually listed clearly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about getting your vehicle history report.
A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique 17-character code assigned to every vehicle. It's like a fingerprint for your car — no two vehicles share the same VIN. You need it to access the vehicle's complete history.
Your VIN can be found on the dashboard near the windshield (driver's side), on the driver's door jamb sticker, on your registration papers, insurance documents, or in the engine bay near the bonnet latch.
A carsDNA.com report includes: PPSR encumbrance (finance) check, stolen vehicle check, write-off status, registration history, odometer verification, accident history, manufacturer recalls, and detailed vehicle specifications.
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After completing your purchase, your report is sent directly to your email within minutes. Simply open the email from carsDNA.com and download the PDF. Available 24/7.
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Yes! Your report is delivered via email as a PDF, so you can open and view it on any device — phone, tablet, or desktop.
Yes. You can search and preview as many vehicles as you like for free. carsDNA.com also offers multi-vehicle packages for discounts.
