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:
Conducting a REVS Check is vital for any Australian looking to buy a used car. It tells you whether your chosen vehicle is on the Register of Encumbered Vehicles, i.e. whether there is any money still owed on it by the previous owner.
If your preferred car is carrying any residual debt, you run the risk of it being repossessed by the relevant creditor after you’ve taken ownership.
A free RTA REVS Check is available from state government bodies such as your local RTA (Roads and Maritime Service, formerly Roads and Traffic Authority), or a certificate is available for a small fee. But REVS doesn’t give you the full picture. There are several other, critical pieces of information that you need to secure before you can be sure your car is one of the good ones. It’s important to ask the harder questions, such as:
All these questions and more can be answered by purchasing a CarHistory Report from Veda. CarHistory is the only online bureau of automotive information in Australia, and the only website you can rely on to give you a full, comprehensive history of your chosen car.
It’s also important to make sure you’re getting the best deal for your dollar. A CarHistory Report includes a current, accurate valuation of your car, as well as a sales history for the vehicle.
All this information can be delivered to you by simply entering your VIN Number online following which your report and insights will be ready in just a few seconds.