NMVTIS Vehicle History


Frequently Asked Questions


  • What is the purpose of NMVTIS?

  • NMVTIS was created to prevent stolen motor vehicles being sold interstate, protect states and consumers from fraud, reduce the incidence of stolen vehicles being used for illicit purposes and provide consumers with protection from unsafe vehicles.

  • When should I buy an NMVTIS Vehicle History Report?

  • It is recommended that you buy an NMVTIS Vehicle History Report just before purchasing the vehicle to reduce the risk of circumstances changing prior to taking possession of the vehicle.

  • How do I search for my vehicle?

  • You can search with the vehicle's VIN or plate number. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is 17 characters long. We recommend searching with the plate number, as this is the quickest and easiest way.

  • What do I get with my NMVTIS Vehicle History Report?

  • When you purchase an NMVTIS Vehicle History Report with us, you will receive title records, junk & salvage records, theft records, lien & impound records, vehicle specifications, and other reported problems such as flood, fire, hail & accident damage, recalls & defects, and odometer rollbacks.

  • What is a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)?

  • The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a code that is allocated to every vehicle in the United States since 1954. Since 1981, the VIN was required to be 17 characters long, consisting of only letters & numbers, and cannot contain the letters I, O, or Q.

  • Where can I find the VIN?

  • The VIN can be found on a metal plate, which is stamped on the chasis of the vehicle, usually on the door frame or in the engine bay.

  • What is a junk or salvage yard?

  • Junk & salvage yards are businesses that acquire or purchase junk or salvaged automobiles for the purpose of reselling them in their entirety or as spare parts, or for rebuilding, restoration, or crushing. This includes scrap-vehicle shredders and scrap-metal processors, as well as pull or pick-apart yards, salvage pools, salvage auctions, and other types of auctions that handle salvage vehicles, including those vehicles declared a total loss.

  • Why haven't I received my NMVTIS Vehicle History Report?

  • If the online databases are busy, there could be a delay of several minutes before you receive your NMVTIS Vehicle History Report via email. Alternatively, the email could be sitting in your junk email folder, so please check this first. You can always contact us and we will resend your NMVTIS Vehicle History Report as soon as possible. There is no extra charge for resending your report.

  • What type of payments do you accept?

  • We accept PayPal and all major credit cards. We also accept Apple Pay & Google Pay.

Any Questions?

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