How to Get a History Report on a Vehicle Using a VIN Number
If you are planning to purchase a used vehicle from either a dealership or a private party, it is necessary to get a vehicle history report to ensure that the car has been taken care of. A vehicle history report will tell you if the vehicle has ever been in an accident or if the odometer has been altered in any way, and should also include the total number of owners along with selected service records, including when and where the vehicle was serviced.
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Ask the salesperson you are dealing with for the vehicle history report if you are purchasing from a dealership. The dealership should either have it already or will be able to get one for you free of charge.
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Navigate to third-party websites using a Web browser if you are unable to get a report from a dealer or if you're buying a car from an individual. The two most popular websites are carfax.com and autocheck.com. Each will provide you will all of the necessary information included in the vehicle's history report.
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Enter the vehicle's VIN number and your payment information into the designated fields to receive the report. Fees for vehicle history reports can range from $20 to $35.
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