australian vin check

To check an Australian VIN properly, run a PPSR search—the government Personal Property Securities Register—and grab the certificate. It costs about AUD $2 and confirms finance owing (encumbrance), written‑off and stolen status, plus basic vehicle details from the VIN. You’ll need the full 17‑character VIN exactly as stamped; one typo and you’ve bought a very official-looking coaster. Commercial reports (CarHistory, Equifax, etc.) bundle the same PPSR data with extras like summaries and valuations if you fancy bells and whistles. Run the check before paying a deposit, keep the certificate, and make sure the VIN on the car, rego papers, and your report all match.