Enter the VIN to perform a CarHistory check
Performing a CarHistory check including PPSR (formerly REVS) can tell you if the used car you are thinking of buying has any money owing on it.
REVS now replaced by PPSR
It is still vital to check the history of a used car prior to purchasing it. You can perform a search with CarHistory.com.au to get a comprehensive vehicle history including:
- Financial encumbrances
- Written-off and stolen check
- Flood or water damage check
- Odometer rollback check
- Current valuation
- Safety and emission ratings
more tips
Car Buying Tips
What is a Written-off Vehicle?
Learn about repairable write-offs and understand what you’re getting in your used car. A vehicle that is classified as a repairable write off will have a listing in the written off vehicle register.
Why should car buyers get REVS checks?
Only 33% of car buyers check that the vehicle is free from any financial encumbrance (money owing) before they commit to purchase a vehicle.
Don’t get ripped off when buying a used car
There are number of precautions you can take to avoid getting ripped off when purchasing a used car from private sellers.
Flood-damaged cars – what to look for
Thousands of flood-damaged cars have hit the used car and auction markets in Queensland, Victoria and NSW.