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Submitted URL: https://carhistory.com.au/
Effective URL: https://www.carhistory.com.au/
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            <p class="sample-text"><a href="/sites/default/files/SAMPLE_CarHistory%20Report%20%20PPSR%20Certificate%20-%203209024.pdf" target="_new">View a sample report &gt;</a></p>
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WHERE CAN I FIND THE VIN (VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER)?



The vehicle identification number (VIN) is composed of 17 characters (digits and
capital letters) that act as a unique identifier for the vehicle. A VIN displays
the car's unique features, specifications and manufacturer.

The VIN can be found in a couple of places including on the car's registration
label (1), on the compliance plate in the engine bay (2) or on the passenger
side windshield (3), or on one of the door posts (where the door latches when it
is closed) (4). See the image below:


LOOK FOR THE VIN IN THESE OTHER LOCATIONS:



 * Insurance card/Insurance policy
 * Vehicle title and registration certificate



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GET PEACE OF MIND WITH A CARHISTORY REPORT YOU CAN TRUST

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GET PEACE OF MIND WITH A CARHISTORY REPORT YOU CAN TRUST GET AN INSTANT, SINGLE,
EASY-TO-READ REPORT FOR JUST $36.95

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 * Be confident
 * Buy smart


CARHISTORY REPORT INCLUDES:

 * Finance Owing
 * Written Off Check
 * Stolen Check
 * Vehicle Valuation
 * Odometer Check


What you might not know
cars have financial implications attached
Based on analysis of 12 months of Car History Data (2020)
cars are reported stolen each year
Based on Car theft survey & statistics 2021 | Budget Direct
vehicles checked have something to hide
Based on analysis of 12 months of Car History Data (2020)

FINANCE
OWING

WRITTEN
OFF CHECK

STOLEN
CHECK

VEHICLE
VALUATION

ODOMETER
CHECK

WHAT WE OFFER


WE'VE PROVIDED AUSSIES WITH THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE REPORT ON THE MARKET FOR OVER
10 YEARS

CarHistory reports can answer all the important questions so that buying a car
becomes a simple, exciting and rewarding experience for you.

 * Finance Check
 * Stolen Check
 * Odometer Check
 * Written Off Check
 * Vehicle Valuation
 * Price Comparison

 * Vehicle financial liability check
 * Damages, stolen status and written off check
 * Odometer check
 * PPSR Certificate
 * Vehicle valuation and registration details
 * Sales price and odometer reading comparison
 * National view of the vehicle history
 * Previous sale information
 * ANCAP safety and emission ratings

See what's included





WE’VE PROVIDED NEARLY 1 MILLION REPORTS THAT'S A LOT OF PEACE OF MIND

OUR REVIEWS


WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY



“Almost bought a 2005 Mazda3 sedan, advertised with 88,000km. Ran a carhistory
check and realised the odometer was wound back from over 200,000km”

SHANE, QLD

“I’m so glad I did a full check. The car looked great but turned out to be flood
damaged. Best money ever spent. Small outlay for peace of mind and saved me
thousands and a nightmare”

SHANE, QLD

“I went to the mechanic to get a blue slip... when they advised me that my car
had been in a major, major accident I did the check and saw my car was a
repairable write off - a lesson I'll only ever learn once “

TAMARA, NSW

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“I went to the mechanic to get a blue slip... when they advised me that my car
had been in a major, major accident I did the check and saw my car was a
repairable write off - a lesson I'll only ever learn once “

TAMARA, NSW

“Almost bought a 2005 Mazda3 sedan, advertised with 88,000km. Ran a carhistory
check and realised the odometer was wound back from over 200,000km”

TIM, NSW

“I’m so glad I did a full check. The car looked great but turned out to be flood
damaged. Best money ever spent. Small outlay for peace of mind and saved me
thousands and a nightmare”

SHANE, QLD

“I went to the mechanic to get a blue slip... when they advised me that my car
had been in a major, major accident I did the check and saw my car was a
repairable write off - a lesson I'll only ever learn once “

TAMARA, NSW

“Almost bought a 2005 Mazda3 sedan, advertised with 88,000km. Ran a carhistory
check and realised the odometer was wound back from over 200,000km”

TIM, NSW

“I’m so glad I did a full check. The car looked great but turned out to be flood
damaged. Best money ever spent. Small outlay for peace of mind and saved me
thousands and a nightmare”

SHANE, QLD

“I went to the mechanic to get a blue slip... when they advised me that my car
had been in a major, major accident I did the check and saw my car was a
repairable write off - a lesson I'll only ever learn once “

TAMARA, NSW

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FAQS


YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

These are our top 5 FAQs, see the FAQ page for the full list.

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 * Where can I find the VIN?
   The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found on the vehicle itself,
   either on the dashboard, or on one of the door posts (where the door latches
   when it is closed). The vehicle’s VIN is also displayed on the registration
   certificate and insurance policy documentation.
 * What is a CarHistory Report?
   
   The CarHistory Report is a comprehensive report on the reported history of a
   used motor vehicle that has been registered in Australia. The CarHistory
   Report is designed to alert you to potentially significant information about
   a vehicle.
   
   A CarHistory Report includes a PPSR Certificate and depending on the
   information returned, the report can provide you with:
   
    * A PPSR Certificate - formerly REVS (which indicates if there is existing
      finance on the vehicle)
    * If the vehicle has suffered damage resulting in a written-off status, e.g.
      hail, fire, accident, flood
    * If the vehicle’s odometer reading is consistent with what has previously
      been reported, or if it has potentially been wound back (based on the
      reading you provide)
    * If the car has previously been reported as written off or stolen
    * Previous sale listings
    * Vehicle safety and emission ratings
    * What the car is expected to be worth in the current market

 * How long does it take to get a report?
   When you order a vehicle report, CarHistory’s systems immediately access
   several national databases to compile the report. This usually takes less
   than 30 seconds, however it can take up to 2 minutes. If you find it is
   taking too long to generate your report, your report will be emailed to the
   email address you provided as soon as it is ready. Your report also remains
   viewable online through the Customer Login section of the website for a
   period of 90 days after purchase.
 * How can I get a report I previously ordered?
   You can view the reports that you have purchased over the past 30 days by
   logging in to the CarHistory website in the Customer Login section. Please
   note that reports and invoices are only accessible on the website for a
   period of 30 days from the date of purchase. After this period the report
   will expire and will be removed from the website.
 * Why should I get a CarHistory Report?
   The CarHistory Report is a comprehensive report on the reported history of a
   used motor vehicle that has been registered in any state or territory of
   Australia.The CarHistory report is designed to alert you to potentially
   significant information about a vehicle, and helps you to decide which
   vehicle to purchase.

View all FAQs

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HELPING AUSTRALIANS DRIVE WITH CONFIDENCE FOR OVER 10 YEARS

AUSTRALIA’S 1ST CAR DATA BUREAU. JOIN OVER 880,000 CUSTOMERS TODAY.

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 * Buy smart

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WHAT YOU GET IN A CARHISTORY REPORT

Along with car history details, we also cover you with Vehicle Buyback Insurance
for 3 months
from the date of your report purchase, for added peace of mind (terms and
conditions apply).

 * Vehicle financial liability check
 * VIN validation
 * Damages, stolen status and written off check
 * Vehicle Buyback Insurance

 * Vehicle valuation and registration details
 * Sales price and odometer reading comparison
 * Previous sale information
 * ANCAP safety and emission ratings

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CARHISTORY REPORTS CAN ANSWER ALL THE IMPORTANT QUESTIONS

So that buying a car becomes a simple, exciting and rewarding experience for
you.

Has the car been reported written off or stolen?

What is the vehicle’s sales history?

What is its rego status?

Is the odometer reading consistent?

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HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS

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> I’m so glad I did a full check. The car looked great but turned out to be
> flood damaged. Best money ever spent. Small outlay for peace of mind and saved
> me thousands and a nightmare.
> read more
> Shane - Algester QLD

> I used car history to check the details of a car that looked too good to be
> true. And it was! It was a repaired write off that was likely to cost me
> serious dollars down the track. CarHistory potentially saved me thousands...
> read more
> Bonnie - Wooloowin QLD

> Almost bought a 2005 Mazda3 sedan, advertised with 88,000km. Ran a CarHistory
> check and realised the odometer was wound back from over 200,000km. Thank you
> CarHistory for saving me the nightmare.
> read more
> Tim - Taree NSW

> I went to the mechanic to get a blue slip... when they advised me that my car
> had been in a major, major accident... I did the check and saw my car was a
> repairable write off - a lesson I'll only ever learn once.
> read more
> Tamara - Lismore Heights NSW

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WHAT YOU MAY NOT KNOW

More than 1 in 4 used cars sold hide a potential issue*
Nearly 4.3mill vehicles registered on the PPSR
CarHistory is Australia’s 1st online automotive bureau
Aussies who buy a "lemon" average up to $2K out of pocket expenses^


*CarHistory Data 2016. National analysis of 166,313 car reports ordered by
consumers in all Australian states and territories.
^CarHistory Consumer Research 2017. Galaxy. July 2017. n=1,001 Australian ages
18-49 years.




TOP 5 FAQS

WHERE CAN I FIND THE VIN?

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found on the vehicle itself,
either on the dashboard, or on one of the door posts (where the door latches
when it is closed). The vehicle’s VIN is also displayed on the registration
certificate and insurance policy documentation.

WHAT IS A CARHISTORY REPORT?

The CarHistory Report is a comprehensive report on the reported history of a
used motor vehicle that has been registered in Australia. The CarHistory Report
is designed to alert you to potentially significant information about a vehicle.

A CarHistory Report includes a PPSR Certificate and depending on the information
returned, the report can provide you with:

 * A PPSR Certificate - formerly REVS (which indicates if there is existing
   finance on the vehicle)
 * If the vehicle has suffered damage resulting in a written-off status, e.g.
   hail, fire, accident, flood
 * If the vehicle’s odometer reading is consistent with what has previously been
   reported, or if it has potentially been wound back (based on the reading you
   provide)
 * If the car has previously been reported as written off or stolen
 * Previous sale listings
 * Vehicle safety and emission ratings
 * What the car is expected to be worth in the current market

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET A REPORT?

When you order a vehicle report, CarHistory’s systems immediately access several
national databases to compile the report. This usually takes less than 30
seconds, however it can take up to 2 minutes. If you find it is taking too long
to generate your report, your report will be emailed to the email address you
provided as soon as it is ready. Your report also remains viewable online
through the Customer Login section of the website for a period of 90 days after
purchase.

HOW CAN I GET A REPORT I PREVIOUSLY ORDERED?

You can view the reports that you have purchased over the past 30 days by
logging in to the CarHistory website in the Customer Login section. Please note
that reports and invoices are only accessible on the website for a period of 30
days from the date of purchase. After this period the report will expire and
will be removed from the website.

WHY SHOULD I GET A CARHISTORY REPORT?

The CarHistory Report is a comprehensive report on the reported history of a
used motor vehicle that has been registered in any state or territory of
Australia.The CarHistory report is designed to alert you to potentially
significant information about a vehicle, and helps you to decide which vehicle
to purchase.

View all FAQs ›


CARHISTORY BLOG ›

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what to look out for when you’re shopping around.   If you’re in the marke...
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MEDIA RELEASE: AUSTRALIAN USED CAR BUYERS PUTTING THEMSELVES AT RISK BY
PURCHASING ON A WHIM

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researching their next second-hand car Sydney Australia, Wednesday, 23 August
2017: M... Read more



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