What Is a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)?
A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique 17-character code assigned to every car, truck, or motorcycle—like a digital fingerprint for your vehicle. For example: 1VXBR12EXCP901213. This code contains key details about the vehicle, including its manufacturer, specifications, and serial number.
Because no two vehicles share the same VIN, it’s used to track important history such as accidents, title issues, insurance claims, and more. You can use a VIN decoder to unlock this information and get a clearer picture of a vehicle’s background.
| Where to Locate Your VIN?
Your vehicle’s VIN can be found on several official documents, including the title certificate, registration papers, and insurance policy. You can also locate it directly on the vehicle in places such as:
- On the driver’s side dashboard
(viewable through the windshield) - On the driver’s side door
(on a sticker in the door jamb)
Why Should You Get A VIN History Reports
A VIN report provides a detailed look into a vehicle’s past, helping you make informed decisions. It reveals whether the car has been stolen, involved in accidents, marked as salvaged, or flagged for other title issues. By reviewing a VIN report before buying, you can uncover hidden problems and move forward with greater confidence and peace of mind
- The result of the search is based on VIN provided at the time, and is the latest information available as of the search date. Vehicle status is subject to change and the search result is valid only on the date the search is complete.
- SGI and its agents assume no responsibility for errors or omissions resulting from errors in the VIN provided for the search or for the accuracy and reliability of vehicle information provided by previous owners or provincial registrars of motor vehicles.
- SGI assumes no responsibility for manufacturer warranties, saleability, liens or debts, mechanical/safety fitness, or registration activity of the vehicle on this search report.
- SGI does not guarantee the safety/road-worthiness of this vehicle through the issuance of this search report.
- The results of this search do not authorize registration in any other jurisdiction.