European VIN check & vehicle history report — don't buy a car that lies to you.
Carlytics decodes any 17-character VIN and cross-references it against 900+ datasets across 47+ European countries. Mileage, accidents, theft, ownership history — in 60 seconds. Full vehicle history reports from EUR 8.90.
900M+ Vehicles in database
99.7% Accuracy rate
Carlytics is a VIN decoder and vehicle history platform that cross-references 900+ million vehicle records across 35+ European countries. Each check scans government registries, inspection databases, and safety recall systems to detect odometer fraud, stolen vehicles, and undisclosed accident damage — 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
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. <br />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.<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.
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.
Enter Vehicle Details
Enter your license plate or VIN number to start the check process.
Instant Processing
Our system quickly searches through billions of records to find your vehicle.
Comprehensive Report
Receive a detailed report with complete vehicle history and important alerts.
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.
Trusted by used-car buyers across Europe
“Caught odometer rollback on a BMW from mobile.de. Seller claimed 89,000 km but Czech inspection records showed 147,000 km. Saved me EUR 4,000.”
Marcus K. — Germany
“I always check the VIN before importing cars from Germany. EUR 8.90 is a no-brainer compared to carVertical's EUR 25 — same data, much cheaper.”
Katarzyna W. — Poland
“The AI search surfaced an auction listing with damage photos that no other VIN checker showed me. Incredible value for the price.”
Tomas R. — Czech Republic
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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.
Toyota Corolla (2019)
Silver • 1.8L • Petrol • Automatic
Vehicle Information
Technical Inspection Status
Vehicle Summary
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What our VIN check reveals
Full decoded specs
Make, model, year, engine, fuel type, transmission, body style, factory of origin, and all standard equipment from NHTSA and European registries.
Safety recalls
Cross-referenced with EU Safety Gate (RAPEX), NHTSA, and UK VSB databases to show every open recall that applies to your specific VIN.
Odometer rollback detection
Real mileage history from Czech ISTP, Danish DMR, and Dutch RDW inspection records — catches rolled-back odometers (affects 30%+ of used cars).
Fair market value
Calibrated price range from 348,000+ real European listings (Germany + UK). Compare the asking price against p25/p50/p75 percentiles.
Accident & theft check
Cross-checks stolen-vehicle databases and insurance write-off registries. Flags salvage titles, flood damage, and airbag deployment.
Import / export history
First registration country, registration changes across borders, cross-reference with national registries — essential for cross-border used-car purchases.
Check a VIN by country
Carlytics offers localised VIN check pages for 12 European markets. Each covers local terms, common scams, and national data sources.
UK MOT check
Free UK MOT history checks using official GOV.UK data. See the full MOT timeline with mileage readings, pass/fail results, advisories, and dangerous defects.
Reliability by model
Owner-reported reliability data for popular European cars — inspection pass rates, typical mileage by age, and the most common failures.
Popular VIN checks by model
Dedicated VIN check pages for the most-searched makes and models in Europe.