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Check a German carEuropean VIN check · Before you buy
Check a European car’s VIN before you buy.
Compare the car with the seller’s story. Start with a free vehicle preview, then review available history before you travel or pay a deposit.
Free vehicle preview. Full report EUR 8.90.
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What we check for when preparing a report
Carlytics is the largest online database of used vehicle records. It contains more than a billion data points from all over the world.
Damage
We check if the car has been in any accidents or had serious repairs. Damage can lower the car's value and cause safety problems. Our report helps you avoid cars with hidden damage that sellers might not tell you about.
Mileage rollbacks
We look for signs that the mileage might have been changed. Some sellers lower the mileage to make the car look newer. We check mileage records from different databases to make sure the numbers are honest.
Specs & equipment
We list the car's original features and equipment. This helps you see if anything is missing or changed. You'll know exactly what the car should have when it left the factory.
Safety
Manufacturers typically issue safety recalls to fix harmful defects. Make sure your car doesn't have any before taking it on the road and also learn its general safety rating.
Natural disaster
Check if the vehicle has been damaged in floods, hurricanes, or other natural disasters.
Stolen car database
We check police and insurance records to see if the car has been reported stolen. Buying a stolen car can lead to big legal and financial problems. Our report gives you peace of mind.
Photos
If available, we include old photos or auction pictures of the car. These photos can show past damage, repairs, or changes that you might not notice in person.
Market value
We compare prices from many sources to show the car's fair market value. This helps you know if the price is good or too high, so you can make a smart deal.
Trusted in 47+ countries worldwide
Carlytics aggregates vehicle data from 47+ European countries, pulling from national registries like Finnish Traficom (5M vehicles), Dutch RDW, Czech ISTP, and Danish DMR. Combined with NHTSA, EU Safety Gate recalls, and 348,000+ real listings, the database covers 900M+ vehicles.
Access data from national registries,
insurance databases, law enforcement and more.
How It Works
Carlytics checks any VIN in under 10 seconds by cross-referencing 900M+ records from 47+ European countries. Enter a 17-character VIN, and the system searches NHTSA, EU Safety Gate, national registries, and 348,000+ real listings to build a complete vehicle history report for EUR 8.90.
Get comprehensive vehicle information in just a few simple steps. Our process is designed to be quick, easy, and informative.
1
Enter Vehicle Details
Enter your license plate or VIN number to start the check process.
2
Instant Processing
Our system quickly searches through billions of records to find your vehicle.
3
Comprehensive Report
Receive a detailed report with complete vehicle history and important alerts.
4
Make Informed Decisions
Use the insights to make confident decisions about your vehicle purchase or sale.
Why Run a VIN Check Before Buying a Used Car?
An estimated 30-50% of used cars sold cross-border in Europe have tampered mileage. Carlytics catches odometer rollbacks, undisclosed accident damage, stolen-vehicle flags, and open safety recalls by scanning 900M+ records across 47+ countries -- all from a single 17-character VIN, starting free.
Don't risk thousands on a used car with hidden problems. A free VIN check takes seconds and can save you from costly surprises.
Detect Odometer Fraud
An estimated 30-50% of used cars in Europe have tampered mileage. A VIN history check reveals odometer rollback and mileage discrepancies that sellers try to hide.
Uncover Hidden Accident Damage
Structural damage from past accidents may not be visible during a physical inspection. A vehicle history report shows collision records the seller may not disclose.
Verify Stolen Vehicle Status
Over 600,000 vehicles are stolen in the EU each year, many resold across borders. Our stolen car database check confirms the vehicle is legally clear before you buy.
Check Cross-Border Import History
Vehicles imported from abroad may have different specs, undisclosed damage, or missing service records. Trace the full registration and import history with a VIN check.
Ready to check your vehicle?
Enter the VIN number below to get a free instant report.
Sample Vehicle Report
Every Carlytics report covers 24 sections including decoded specs, mileage history, safety recalls, theft status, market value from 348,000+ listings, and cross-border import records. The full report costs EUR 8.90 and is available instantly as an interactive page and downloadable PDF.
Here's an example of the comprehensive vehicle report you'll receive. Our reports provide detailed information to help you make informed decisions about any vehicle.
SB1KR3JE8K0100037
No Issues Found
Toyota Corolla (2019)
Silver • 1.8L • Petrol • Automatic
Report generated
13 April 2025
Vehicle Information
Make
Toyota
Model
Corolla
Year
2019
Color
Silver
Engine Size
1.8L
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Hatchback
Technical Inspection Status
Technical Inspection Valid
Expires on 15 Dec 2025
Vehicle Summary
Vehicle Age
This vehicle is approximately 6 years old, first registered on 12 May 2019.
Current Odometer
The last recorded odometer reading was 72,800 km on 15 Dec 2024.
No Outstanding Recalls
This vehicle has no outstanding manufacturer recalls.
Ownership History
This vehicle has had 2 previous keepers since first registration.
Report ID: VR-2025041300127
Start free. Know what you’re paying for.
Confirm the vehicle first. A report brings together the records available for that VIN; the information you receive depends on its history and the sources that return a match.
| What you can check | Free preview | Paid report |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle identity | Make and model; year when identified | Available technical specifications and source detail |
| Mileage and inspection history | Not the history report | Recorded readings and inspections where available |
| Damage, theft and recalls | Not a clearance certificate | Available findings, with limits and next checks |
| Factory equipment and market value | Not a complete option list | Available equipment records and estimates, identified separately |
| Keep and review the findings | Preview online | Online report and downloadable PDF |
An absent record does not prove a car is damage-free, debt-free or safe to buy. Combine the report with seller documents and an independent inspection.
Follow the car’s history
Where has the car been registered?
Your location does not decide which records matter. Start with the car’s registration countries and the documents the seller can provide.
Netherlands
Understand the mileage verdict.
RDW records, import gaps and why ‘geen oordeel’ does not mean the mileage is correct.
Check a Dutch carBelgium
Verify the Car-Pass.
Check authenticity, match the VIN and read the dated mileage and maintenance entries.
Check a Belgian carFour checks before you commit.
- 1
Get the VIN and documents.
Request the VIN before travelling. Match the number on the vehicle with the registration paperwork.
- 2
Read the available history.
Compare recorded dates and mileage with the advert. Keep estimates separate from observations.
- 3
Resolve the gaps.
Ask the seller for the evidence behind missing periods, repairs or equipment claims.
- 4
Inspect the vehicle.
Arrange an independent check and put material seller statements in the purchase agreement.
Have a particular car in mind?
Start with its VIN. Check the preview before paying.
European VIN checks, explained.
Can I check a European car from another country?
Yes. Use the English page wherever you live. The car’s previous registrations and available records determine what its history can show.
What is free?
The vehicle preview identifies make and model, with a year when supported. The paid history report is a separate purchase. Check the preview before continuing.
Will every report contain accident and mileage records?
No. Matching records vary by vehicle, country and source. Missing records are not evidence that no damage occurred or that the odometer is correct.
Does the VIN tell me the car’s registration history?
The manufacturer identifier is not a registration record. A German-manufactured car may have been registered elsewhere; use documents and dated records to trace its history.
How much does the report cost?
The English single-report price starts at EUR 8.90. The final amount is shown before payment. There is no subscription.
Is a VIN check enough to buy safely?
Use the report with seller documents, a test drive and an independent inspection. A database cannot reveal every repair or verify the present condition of the car.
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