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Car History Check Australia

Start with a free vehicle summary. Choose a PPSR report for $6.99, or a Premium report for $14.99 with valuations, available claims and listing history, and an explained Buy Score.

Start with a focused PPSR check Australia or dive straight into this full vehicle history report. Add finance owing, stolen and write-off explainers if you are new to used-car buying.

What's Included in a Car History Check?

Every CheckMyCars report covers all the critical checks you need before buying a used car in Australia.

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Finance Owing (PPSR)

Find out if there's money still owed on the vehicle. If finance is owing, the lender can repossess the car β€” even after you've paid for it.

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Stolen Vehicle Check

Verify the vehicle hasn't been reported stolen. Buying a stolen car means losing both the vehicle and your money with no legal recourse.

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Write-Off History

Check if the car has been written off β€” either statutory (unrepairable) or repairable. Some sellers hide write-off status to inflate the price.

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Registration Details

Confirm the vehicle's registration status, expiry date, and that the details match what the seller is telling you.

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Safety Recalls

Find outstanding safety recalls that need to be addressed. Some recalls involve critical safety issues that must be fixed before driving.

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ANCAP Safety Rating

See the vehicle's official ANCAP safety rating so you know how well it protects occupants in a crash.

Why a free rego check is not enough

State transport portals show registration status β€” useful, but they do not replace the Personal Property Securities Register for finance owing, stolen flags or WOVR write-offs. Run this car history check before you pay a deposit.

PPSR vs β€œcar history” wording

Technically, encumbrances are registered on PPSR. We package that with the other checks Australians expect in a modern REVS check successor β€” one national search, instant PDF, clear explanation.

Why Choose CheckMyCars for Your Car History Check?

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Clear, One-Time Pricing

PPSR $6.99 or Premium $14.99. One-time payment with no subscription.

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Official Government Data

All data sourced directly from the PPSR (Australian Financial Security Authority) and NEVDIS.

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Instant Results

Get your comprehensive report in seconds, not hours. Perfect when you're at the dealership or inspecting a car.

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Search by Rego or VIN

Don't have the VIN? No problem. Search by registration plate number β€” we'll resolve the VIN automatically.

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All Australian Vehicles

Cars, motorcycles, trucks, caravans, boats β€” any vehicle registered in NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA, TAS, NT or ACT.

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Money-Back Guarantee

If we can't generate a report for your vehicle, you get an instant automatic refund. No questions asked.

How to Get a Car History Check

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Enter Details

Enter the vehicle's registration plate or VIN number.

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Secure Payment

Pay securely with credit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. PPSR $6.99 or Premium $14.99.

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Instant Report

Receive your comprehensive car history report instantly on screen and via email.

Choose the information you need.

Start with a free vehicle summary. It does not include a PPSR certificate, valuation, claims or listing history.

Government PPSR search

$2

Search directly using the vehicle’s VIN or chassis number.

  • Registered security interests
  • Recorded stolen and write-off status, where available
  • Official search certificate
Visit the government PPSR website

CheckMyCars PPSR

$6.99

Find your car by rego and state, or VIN, and get the official certificate with an easy-to-read report.

  • Official PPSR certificate and recorded status checks
  • Available vehicle specifications and registration details
  • Safety rating and recall information where available
  • Downloadable vehicle report
Find your car

CheckMyCars Premium

$14.99

Everything in PPSR, plus context for your buying decision.

  • Retail and trade-in estimates and price ranges
  • Available claims, listing and advertised price history
  • Similar-car asking prices and photos where available
  • Explained Buy Score, inspection questions and negotiation guidance
View the sample Premium report (PDF)

Prices in AUD. CheckMyCars is an independent service. Records and photos vary by vehicle; no record does not prove there has been no damage. A report complements an independent inspection.

Frequently Asked Questions About Car History Checks

What is a car history check?β–Ό
A car history check is a comprehensive report that reveals critical information about a vehicle, including finance owing, stolen status, write-off history, registration details, and any security interests registered on the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR). It protects you from buying a vehicle with hidden problems.
How much does a car history check cost in Australia?β–Ό
CheckMyCars offers a free vehicle summary, a PPSR report for $6.99, and a Premium report for $14.99. Premium adds valuations, available claims and listing history, and an explained Buy Score. Prices are in AUD with no subscription.
Why should I get a car history check before buying a used car?β–Ό
Without a car history check, you could unknowingly buy a vehicle with outstanding finance (the lender can repossess it), undisclosed write-off damage, or stolen status (police can seize it). A car history check gives you peace of mind and protects your investment.
What is the difference between a PPSR check and a car history check?β–Ό
PPSR is the official Australian register for security interests and related national outcomes (finance, stolen WOVR data). Our car history check is the full buyer bundle: PPSR-backed encumbrance and write-off data, stolen check, registration context, vehicle specifications, recalls and ANCAP β€” all in one flow.
Why is a free rego check not enough?β–Ό
A free rego check normally confirms the vehicle is on the road with current registration. It will not tell you if a financier still has a security interest, if the car is stolen, or if it carries a statutory write-off. You need a PPSR-based report for that.
Can I check a car history by registration plate?β–Ό
Yes! With CheckMyCars, you can search by either registration plate number or VIN. If you search by rego, we automatically resolve the VIN and run all checks against the correct vehicle.

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