Vehicle History Check
Car History Check Australia
Before buying a used car, checking its history can help you avoid expensive surprises. SDRIVE lets you identify the vehicle first, then unlock a full report with important history checks.
Start a Car History CheckWhat does a car history check include?
A vehicle history check can help you understand important information connected to a used vehicle before you commit to buying it.
- • Vehicle identification details
- • Registration status
- • Stolen vehicle information
- • Written-off vehicle information
- • Finance or PPSR interests
Why check a used car before buying?
A car may look clean and drive well while still having important history attached to it. Checking before paying a deposit gives you more information to make a better buying decision.
- • Confirm the vehicle matches the seller’s description
- • Check for recorded finance interests
- • Identify stolen or written-off records
- • Reduce the risk of unexpected problems after purchase
How SDRIVE works
Start with the vehicle’s registration plate or 17-character VIN. SDRIVE first identifies the vehicle and shows a preview. You can then unlock the full report for deeper checks.
Plate check or VIN check?
If you only have the registration plate, use the plate search and select the correct Australian state. If you have the VIN, a VIN search gives you a direct vehicle identifier.
Related vehicle checks
SDRIVE provides vehicle information returned by its official data providers. Always inspect the vehicle and review relevant documentation before purchasing.