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Before you buy, check the VIN.

Accident history, rolled-back mileage, theft flags, finance holds — pulled from 40+ European registries in under a minute.

900M+ Vehicles in database

60 seconds to full report

Check car before buying — enter VIN for instant history

Carlytics is the essential pre-purchase check for used car buyers in Europe. Each VIN check scans 900+ million records from 40+ European registries to uncover mileage fraud, hidden accidents, theft flags, and open safety recalls — with full reports from EUR 8.90.

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

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

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

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

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

Natural disaster

Check if the vehicle has been damaged in floods, hurricanes, or other natural disasters.

Stolen car database

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

Photos

If available, we include old photos or auction pictures of the car. <br />These photos can show past damage, repairs, or changes that you might not notice in person.

Market value

Market value

We compare prices from many sources to show the car's fair market value.<br />This helps you know if the price is good or too high, so you can make a smart deal.

Trusted in 30+ countries worldwide

Carlytics aggregates vehicle data from 35+ 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.

Trusted Worldwide

How It Works

Carlytics checks any VIN in under 10 seconds by cross-referencing 900M+ records from 35+ 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 35+ 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

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I check before buying a used car?
Always run a VIN check before buying. It reveals the vehicle's real mileage history, accident records, theft status, safety recalls, and original specifications. Combined with a physical inspection and test drive, a VIN check is the most important step in your used car buying checklist.
How do I check a car before buying it from abroad?
Enter the 17-character VIN at Carlytics. Our database covers 47+ European countries, cross-referencing 52 million Czech inspection records, Dutch RDW data, NHTSA recalls, EU Safety Gate alerts, and more. This is especially important for cross-border purchases where verifying the car's history in person is impossible.
What are the biggest risks when buying a used car?
The top risks are: odometer fraud (affects 30–50% of cross-border cars in Europe), undisclosed accident damage, stolen vehicles resold across borders, and hidden finance agreements. A VIN check flags all of these for EUR 8.90 — a tiny fraction of the potential loss.
Should I check a car's VIN before sending a deposit?
Absolutely. Never send money — especially for a cross-border purchase — without checking the VIN first. A deposit for a car with rolled-back mileage, hidden damage, or a theft flag could mean losing your money entirely. The VIN check takes 60 seconds and costs EUR 8.90.
Can a VIN check reveal hidden accident damage?
Yes. Carlytics aggregates accident records, insurance write-offs, and structural damage reports from European registries. While not every minor fender-bender is recorded, serious collisions that required insurance claims or police reports will appear in the vehicle history report.
How much does a pre-purchase car check cost?
A comprehensive Carlytics vehicle history report costs EUR 8.90 — a one-time payment covering mileage verification, accident records, theft check, safety recalls, market value, running costs, and more. The free VIN check decodes specifications and shows active recalls at no cost.