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CarValid offers an Instant VIN Check that makes it easy for car buyers and owners to quickly access important vehicle details. Simply enter the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) into a trusted CarValid VIN lookup tool and within minutes, you can uncover CarValid comprehensive history reports that can inform you about a wide range of events, such as previous accidents, flood damage, hail storm damage, mileage rollback, recalls, liens, taxi or official use, tow/repossession, total loss, lemon law buyback, sale history, junk/salvage/total loss, vehicle specifications, vehicle images, service history, commercial use history, auction records and more...

Let the CarValid Vehicle History report reveal the facts! Previous events in a vehicle history can have a massive impact on the vehicle’s safe operation as well as its resale value. Getting the facts can help you in making an informed decision so you can make that purchase decision in confidence.

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Accident History

Accident History Accident History

Check the vehicle for accidents. Get accident-related details such as dates, severity of damage, location of impact, total loss indicators, salvage auction records and more...

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Sale & Lien Records

Sale & Lien Sale & Lien Records

Find out if the vehicle you are intending to purchase has any outstanding liens, loans or repossession events. Access past sale dates, amounts, states of sale, lienholder/bank names and more...

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Title brand & details

Title brand & details Title Brand & Details

Uncover vehicle title brand and past title event details! Whether the vehicle was in a previous collision or involved in a theft, flood or any other reason the insurance company branded the vehicle title. We give you the tools to help you decide if you really want to own a vehicle previously written off as a total loss.

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Odometer check

Odometer check Odometer Check

Access historical and current odometer readings to check for possible odometer rollback and tampering with mileage readings.

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Vehicle Recall Check

Vehicle Recall Check Vehicle Recall Check

Carvalid service offers quick access to vehicle recall information. Vehicle recalls are an important safety measure created to protect consumers from potential defects and hazards associated with faulty vehicles. A simple vehicle recall check can help identify issues that may affect safety, reliability, or performance.

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Vehicle Trouble Codes

Vehicle Trouble Codes Vehicle Trouble Codes

Don't let that check engine light go unresolved. These codes can help identify issues with your vehicle's systems, allowing for efficient troubleshooting and repairs. Let us help you diagnose the issue using our large database of vehicle trouble codes and troubleshooting procedures.

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Problem Checklist

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The CarValid problem checklist may include potential hidden damage and bad history details such as: Taxi/Government use, lemon law claims, records of reconstruction and other past or current undisclosed damage and negative events.

Always Check a Vehicle History Report

Vehicle history check Why You Should Always Check a Vehicle History Report

CarValid Vehicle History Reports contain a vast amount of information and are an essential tool for used car buyers and sellers. For the purchaser, a VIN report may provide vital insights into a vehicle's history, such as title records, reported accidents, lien and sale records, odometer rollbacks, recalls, damage history, service history, total loss claims, lemon buyback, flood or fire damage, salvage history, theft records, vehicle specifications and records of commercial or government use. These details can assist buyers in potentially steering clear of unforeseen issues.

For sellers, presenting a clean and comprehensive VIN report may help in building trust and overall transparency that may lead to a more pleasant sale process.

So, whether you are buying or selling a preowned vehicle, a full CarValid Vehicle History Report can benefit both parties involved in the transaction. To obtain your vehicle history report, begin by initiating a VIN search and follow the simple steps outlined on each page to access your full report. It's a swift and straightforward process, delivering information in a user-friendly format that can be downloaded and saved locally and shared effortlessly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a unique 17-character code assigned to every vehicle made after 1981. It acts like a vehicle's fingerprint.

Our full vehicle history report may include information such as: Title State, Event Dates, Types of Events/Brands, Current and Historical Mileage, Theft Check, Theft Recovery Check, Possible Bank Lien, Sale Dates, Seller Dates, Seller States, Sale amount/s, Mileage at the time of sale, Number of previous owners, etc. For more, please visit: https://www.carvalid.com/sample-report

Cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, RVs, motorcycles and practically any vehicle built after 1981 can be checked.

A VIN check may reveal important information about the vehicle’s past and legal status such as: Accident and damage history, Title Branding (salvage, rebuilt, junk, lemon, flood), Odometer readings, Sale History, Safety Recalls, Previous ownership count, History of taxi or government use, Lien/loan records, Vehicle specifications (engine, transmission, model, trim), Other potential red flags.

A VIN check may help identify vehicles with issues that may effect its value, safety and long term reliability. Doing this simple check may help you avoid buying a vehicle with hidden problems like odometer rollback, flood damage, salvage title or undisclosed accidents.

Yes. A valid 17-character Vehicle Identification Number is required for a full, detailed report.

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