The first step in being able to run a car plate search is to define the specific car information you want, as well as the reason you want to access these vehicle records. One of the most popular reasons to run a car plate search for researching a used car that someone wants to buy. A quick car license plate search or VIN search can reveal important information about a car that might not be disclosed from the seller, which can greatly affect the value of that used car. A plate search will show information about the vehicle options, manufacturer specs, if the odometer is accurate, if the car has been in any major accidents, if title is clean and to verify if the seller actually owns that vehicle. A car plate search can be performed on the fly with a smartphone, tablet or laptop, which means anyone can quickly research any vehicle while out shopping, to find out the truth about that car before handing over any cash. Utilizing online vehicle record resources like this can really benefit the buyer and give them leverage to bargain if there are any issues or discoveries that can bring down the value of used car. The process only take a few moments, here are the basic steps to researching a vehicle and running a car license plate search:
There are also other reasons that people want to run a car plate search and obtain car owner information. These reasons must comply and adhere to the strict guidelines and privacy laws outlined by the DPPA as well as state privacy laws. Some of these reasons include business verification, fraud and insurance purposes, motor vehicle safety related issues, statistical reporting, commercial driver verifications and a few other acceptable reasons. The specific nature of your search for car license plate information must be used as intended and your name and contact information or business entity information may be collected before receiving certain car owner details. Remember that it is illegal and unethical to use your car plate search to harrass or stock someone or use it in any way not outlined by the privacy laws that frame this type of public record search.
There are other reasons that people run a car plate search, and those really depend on what is allowed in your state. Some of the other reasons that people run a car license plate search is for insurance claims, fraud and stolen vehicle searches, motor vehicle safety related reasons, business verification purposes and statistical research. Some limited car owner information is available however you will need to read through the allowable reasons set by the DPPA and the state’s privacy protection laws that are relevant
There are many options of different car license plate options from the DMV. The standard car plates for each state are stamped and embossed aluminum plates with the state’s designation and colors. There are not typically options to choose from as the state issues a single standard plate to every registered vehicle unless the registered driver decides to pay for a different type of car license plate which may include the following options:
For all the different types of car plate options, there is a premium that must be paid to obtain these as only the standard license plates issue by the Motor Vehicle Department are paid for by your registration fees. A custom car license plate of any kind will mean that if you will need to pay that premium each year to keep it.
To transfer a license plate to a new car is relatively simple as long as you have all the required documentation. To make this transfer to another car will also vary depending on what state the car plate is registered in. Here are some of the basic steps to make this car plate transfer:
There are free and anonymous online resources that can be used to check if a car has been stolen by its license plate number. One of these resources is offered by the Department of Justice, they have a resource called NMVTIS, which is the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System which was created to protect consumers from fraudulent sales of stolen vehicles or vehicles that have serious issues with them. There is quite a bit of vehicle title fraud and stolen vehicles that sold each year and this resource can be used by anyone research a car by VIN or car license plate number. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, there were over 745,000 vehicles stolen in 2022. With that in mind, if you are wanting to buy a used car, it might be a consideration to use this resource to research that car before making a purchase.
Good service for license plate searches across a few stats
Was able to get make and model from the plate info I was searching for
Found plates in quite a few stats I was looking for
I’ve used the lookup service here a few times but I’m just getting around to writing a review now. So far, all of my results have been 100% and I have recommended to others.
Great site! I need to do this kind of lookup frequently and this is really going to cut down the leg work next time when trying to find vehicle and license plate info. I’m delighted that I discovered this service.
Would not pull up all the information I was searching for, but was easy to use and got good overview info.
No improvements so far in the searches I have run to find accurate license plat data. It is very accurate!
Please be advised that the information accessed through SearchQuarry.com searches may not always be accurate or current, as we neither generate nor authenticate the data provided via our service. The reliability and precision of information are primarily contingent upon diverse public sources from which data is compiled. By utilizing SearchQuarry.com, you acknowledge your acceptance of the terms delineated in the SearchQuarry.com terms of service and our privacy policies. Information acquired via SearchQuarry.com must not be utilized for unlawful purposes such as stalking or harassing individuals, or scrutinizing public figures or celebrities. Individuals who contravene these directives may be subject to both civil and criminal legal proceedings and sanctions. It is explicitly stated that SearchQuarry.com does not function as a "consumer reporting agency" as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act ("FCRA"), and therefore, does not furnish "consumer reports" pursuant to the FCRA. SearchQuarry.com strictly prohibits the utilization of information garnered from search results (a) for discriminatory practices against any consumer; (b) for assessing a consumer's eligibility for personal credit, insurance, employment, housing, or government licenses or benefits; or (c) in any other manner that may impact a consumer's economic or financial status or standing.
Person that owns the car I want information wasn’t who was driving the car when it hit me lt head on. Totaled my car checked out TRIPLE A INSURANCE NO RECORD OF PERSON DRIVING THE CAR POLICE REPORT SAYS NOTHING
I have a curious problem. I recently started shopping for cheaper insurance. Everything I entered my social security number and birth date it would bring up a car I’ve never owned. I have the VIN and even the lein holder information. How can I make sure that my name isn’t on that car? I know there are 2 names on the title but that’s as close as I can get. I can’t afford to pay for a report.
Gloria, you will need to reach out to your local DMV directly to inquire who’s name is on the car title. They will be able to run a car plate search for you by VIN or license plate number
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Need my moms old and maybe current vin numbers on GMC Acadia
Susan, you will need to inquire with your local motor vehicle department about your mom’s license plate number and vehicle identification number. We cannot lookup car license plate numbers by name. You may need to visit a DMV office in person since you are making a request for another person’s information, even though it’s your mom
Looking to purchase the following vehicle imported to Canada but current owner lost title papers and we only have customs Canada import documents. Looking for previous owners besides the last which was the new auto toy store.
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Thank you
Also, unfortunately we cannot give out car plate information without you going through our process and reading and agreeing to the terms of use of our vehicle record resources. Additionally you will probably want to purchase a vehicle history report, which will cost a few bucks, to find out the history of the used vehicle you purchased. Please reach out if we can be of further assistance
I bought a used car and i think i transferred it in my name..i paid 186 dollar fee for something. How do i find out if it was put in my name? Plate number is 3MFE664
Marie, you will want to confirm this with your local DMV. You can make an appointment or try to contact them via email or phone. The will be able to tell you if the vehicle registration and/or vehicle title was transferred into your name
What i need to know if the purchase provides thru a vin or: tag if it provides the registered owners name and address plus other info like drivers etc.
When running a car plate search through our resources you will need to read and agree to the terms and conditions of our search as well as have a valid DPPA reason for performing a car license plate search. Then you will be directed to our member’s area where you can find out detailed vehicle information and potentially owner information depending on what information is available in the state you live in.
Hello. I am trying to find the license plate number for my vehicle. I live in México and to be able to register the vehicle here I need the old plate number. The car has a export only title from California. Vin# 1G2ZH17NX74177458 and it is a pontiac g6.
We do show the make and model of all the Pontiac G6 options. In order to find out more detailed car information you will want to run a vehicle history report. There is a small charge for this service but it will give you a lot of information about your car.
Would you be able to find the current owner for a vehicle in Texas?
License Plate:
VIN:
Thank you very much!
You will need to read and agree to the terms and condition of use for our vehicle record resources
I am looking for the registered owner of a car left on my property. Could you give me that info. I have the all the cars papers. And registration but want to know if its still registered to the same person.
In this situation, you need to contact the DMV or the police to inquire about an abandoned vehicle. In order to use our car plate or vehicle record resources you must first read and agree to the terms and conditions of use.
The owner of the license plate number had an accident in Mexico. Putting the license plate number to notify the family that he is in Mexico, Pachuca Hidalgo and, That he had an accident
You are a good Samaritan! A good option would be to contact the police and give them the car license plate number so they can inquire with the person of interests family and let them know about the accident. There can be complications when driving in Mexico and a lot of those complications depend on whether that person had Mexican insurance on their vehicle and if they were at fault and if there was an intoxicated driving involved.
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If you want to report a reckless driver, take down the car license plate number and a description of the vehicle, if it’s safe, and then report it to your local police department. If you see a reckless driver or drunk driver on the road while you’re driving you can call 911 to report this. Another option is to contact the highway patrol, but not everyone knows their phone number.
How To Report Drunk Drivers
If you’re on the road and you see a drunk driver or someone driving recklessly you can call 911 and report them. Drunk drivers put other people’s lives at risk and should be reported immediately.
My grandson purchased this car and his ex.girlfriend has told him she took his name off regerstration and title with out his signature and she gets made and threatens to report it stolen.
Your best option would be to contact the police in this situation and file a police report. Unfortunately there is not much we can assist you with. Additionally, in order to use our car license plate search you will first need to agree to our terms and conditions
I cannot remember my license plate # and I need to report my car as stolen….
You should contact the police in your area and give them as much information as possible and they can probably lookup your license plate number. Unfortunately we cannot perform a car plate search by name
Hello my name is Adeyemi my dad just got a plate number and I want to confirm maybe the plate number is register. Please kindly just email me on my email……… adewumiebenezer2@gmail.com
Unfortunately we cannot assist you with car registration information. You will need to contact the DMV in your area and verify your car license plate number. You will want to have your state driver’s license available for verification. The fastest way to confirm the information you’re looking for is to visit a DMV Office near you.
What does AGA mean on the licence plate in minneapolis
AGA is referred to by the Minnesota DPS as being a luxury passenger vehicle or limousine
What Does AGA Mean on a Minnesota License Plate
AGA , according to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety , refers to a limousine or luxury passenger vehicle
I paid the fee for a one time vehicle report and as soon as I paid I was knocked off the site with no report and credit card charged! How do.i retrieve info now?
We apologize for the inconvenience John, you should have also received and email with your login credentials to your car plate search. You can also reach out to our customer support team with the information below.
Search Quarry Customer Support Phone Number:
1-800-859-7375
Regular Phone Hours:
8am -12am EST (M-F)
Need a license plate number for my vehicle 1998 Toyota racom
We can assist you with a a car license plate search however, if you need a license plate for your Toyota Tacoma then you will want to contact your local DMV. We don not have an affiliation with the motor vehicle department so you will need to reach out to them and have your truck VIN and photo ID in order to obtain a new license plate.
I was given a trailer trying to contact last registered owner to acquire a title for it
Unfortunately we don’t have vehicle records for trailers or boats. You will need to contact the DMV directly about this trailer without a trailer. Please reach out if you need assistance with a car plate search.
My husband is incarcerated and before you get got our car loan on it I don\’t have any information on what the license plate number was I don\’t have the money order any prescription to get this the information that I need
It sounds like the car plate search you’re interested in for purchasing a used vehicle should be run by the VIN number. If you have the VIN number we can run that car plate check for you at not cost. Please let us know how we can help
I’m looking for an older car that I had back in 1980 to 1984, It’s a 1978 Pontiac FireBird Transam that I traded in for a car for my wife. Its VIN is 2W87Z8L164019
How can I find this car? Thanks, Robert Davies
With the VIN number we can offer you a vehicle history report however since we can only run a car plate search for VIN numbers that are 17 digits we don’t have this vehicle in our car plate record database. Your best option would be to contact the DMV in your state and inquire about this vehicle. If you happen to have the current car license plate number as well, this could be helpful in locating the current location of the vehicle in question
is it possible to a person’s name and address from a license plate search?
Please refer to our terms and conditions for our license plate search. Vehicle records may vary from state to state
Need to find owner\’s name for tag number D9k63 Muscogee nation in Oklahoma
In order to use our Car Plate Search you must first read and agree to our terms and conditions of use. We cannot freely give out vehicle information without this being performed first. Please visit SearchQuarry.com for more information
Hi there! There is an abandoned Toyota Camry 2015. And its in great condition. I would like to know how I can obtain info on weither the owner is alive, okay…willing to sell me the car. I\’ve been driving to work daily and see that this car has sat for 1 1/2 years now, un touched.
I\’m in need of a new vehical.
So was curious about some information and where to begin.
Thanks
Your best option would be to leave a note on the vehicle or attempt to contact the owner if it’s in front of their house. Unfortunately we cannot assist you with a car plate search for these reasons. Best of luck, we hope you are successful in finding the owner and purchasing this vehicle
i NEED THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF TAG #DRC F90 to refund money owed them from the rent refund I want to give to them
You will need to contact the relevant state DMV office for this information. Unfortunately this does not meet the criteria for our car license plate search.
Trying to find owner name Kansas 010 JZX please help my number 3167558714 if you can text me thank you
In order for us to run a car license plate search for you we will need for you to read and agree to the terms and conditions of our vehicle records database usage and select a valid reason why you want to run a car plate search.
Just want to know owners of vehicle
In order to perform a car plate search Tammy you will need to read and agree to our terms and conditions of our vehicle records database. It is only permissible to perform certain searches with specific intent and you must agree to those terms before viewing any results.
Please tell me why I need to give you my credit card information if you are offering a free 5 day unlimited license plate lookup. This feels like a bait and switch process.
We offer a 5 day free trial and then if you choose to stay a member we will bill you $24.95/month and you’ll get unlimited access to our entire member’s area and get unlimited car plate searches. If you decide to cancel before the 5 days are up, then you will not be billed anything and your membership will be cancelled. All of this information is clearly outlined in the signup process.
So I recently bought a car and was driving at home and broke down in a no-parking Zone thought I would be back in time… but he got towed and I\’m not the registered owner yet all the information is in the vehicle all I have is the VIN and a license plate number… Can you help? The VIN # for my car is 1G3NL52T6YC372194. License plate # 488XLW. If you are able to help me find who the registered previous owner is. I would very much appreciate it
Unfortunately we cannot assist you with this car plate search without you agreeing to the terms and conditions of our car license plate search. You will need to read and agree to the terms and conditions of our license plate search before receiving any vehicle related information.
2013 Mercedes Nevada plate LVg26r vin wddgf4jb9dr268711. I need to find the name of owner of this car. thank you for this service.
Unfortunately we cannot assist you with this search. Please read our terms and conditions of our car license plate search.
Almost ran me and my grandson into the curb along NE 61st Kelley. Had no signal and squoze herself in front of me where the 2 lanes become 1 (which she was in the lane that merges into the 1 right lane). I need an address.
License plate: GDM669/Oklahoma
Red Mini Cooper
Unfortunately we cannot assist you with this search. If you feel that you were put in danger you should reach out to the police department and file a report
Unfamiliar car in the area
If you feel there is a car that is suspicious then you should report this to the police. Unfortunately we cannot assist you with this car plate search
Am I able to get the VIN number from searchquarry using the license plate number and state I have.
It’s possible to obtain the VIN number from the car license plate number. Can you provide us with your license plate number and state and we’ll see if we can look that up for you.
If unfortunately your site isnt able to provide me with color of a vehicle when I search with license plate number and state, you can recommend a website I can get such information
Thank you
Most car license plate searches won’t provide those specific details of the vehicle. If you have the VIN number you are more likely to find the color as well as dozens of other physical and aesthetic characteristics of the car you mentioned.
hello
I must say searchquarry is going a good job!
My question is, when I use searchquarry by punching in the license plate number and state, am I able to get the color of the car in the results you will provide
Thank you
Typically the license plate results provide basic information about the vehicle and owner information. What you are looking for is a VIN search. Below is a link to our Free VIN Decoder where you can find all the finite information you’re looking for about the car in question. Please let us know if we can be of further assistance.
Click Here To Use Our Free VIN Decoder
Hello,
January 16th I got my 1st OUI and now I am enrolled in Gosnold. I was granted 45 days after enrollement. What do I have to do to get my real, not hardship licese back? corbeau23@hotmail.com
Dianne
Dianne,
You best bet to getting your unsuspended driver’s license back is to pay the fines, wait the mandatory suspension time and apply with the DMV to have them reinstate your license.
I just joined and did a search for a license plate and it did not give me a address The plate # is 5F71400 all the info I got was a make, model, model and VIN # can you assist finding a address
Bill,
Unfortunately not all vehicles have owner information available. Some states have limited vehicle information available. You can also check with the DMV to find out more information about the vehicle in question.
I bought the car from Howard Burley. He kept the license plates and I’m trying to get the car inspected so I can get it regestered and title transfer. The vin # 1G1ZH57B69F239155
Anthony,
It sounds like you will need a CarFax Report. Unfortunately at this time we don’t have the extensive information that a CarFax will provide. Our car plate search and VIN number search resources will allow you to search vehicle records, license plate information, owner information and safety and recall data. If you’re interested in purchasing this vehicle then you will need the vehicle title history as well as any accidents or incidents it’s been involved in. A comprehensive vehicle history report will run you around $40 with them.
What is Included in a Vehicle History Report
1. Information about the vehicle’s past
2. Vehicle title records from the DMV
3. Salvage and insurance total loss records
4. Accident records
5. Safety and recall information
There had been a car unfamiliar around the block and not sure who it is but seems suspicious as I live across the street from a school. Concerned neighbor.
Tinamarie,
We can certainly assist you with a car license plate or car VIN number search but you will first need to agree to our license plate and VIN number search terms and conditions. You might also consider contacting your local police station to follow up on your concerns.
How To Search Car Plates
1. Read and Agree To The Terms of The Car Plate Search
2. Enter the Car License Plate Number & State of Registration
3. View Car Plate Records Online
4. Results May Include Vehicle Records, VIN Number, Owner Info & Driver Records
Hello,
I live in PA and just wanted to look up the owner of a car that has recently been seen at my apartment complex. I have the license plate number but am I able to obtain the owner’s name by paying and running the search?
Hello Hope,
You can certainly use our Car License Plate Search and potentially find owner information. We do not guarantee that owner information will be available. This will vary on what vehicle information is available in each state. You will also need to agree to the Terms and Conditions of the search before proceeding. I have provided you a link to our official license plate search with a 5 day free trial so you can check this out for yourself.
https://www.searchquarry.com/vehicle_records/license-plate-number-records-lookup.phtml?co=ft
Best Regards,
The Search Quarry Team
I want owner’s name and address.
Hello Sam,
We can certainly help you out with a car plate search. We will need the license plate or VIN number to proceed. Below is a free 5 day trial where you can lookup car plate information free for 5 days. You will need to agree to the terms and conditions of the car license plate search. Please reach out if there are any additional vehicle records we can assist you with.
https://www.searchquarry.com/vehicle_records/?sqtb=license_plate&recordtype=License%20Plate&co=ft
Best Regards,
The Search Quarry Team
854 vkk
Kentucky
Hello Angel,
We don’t show any license plate information for Kentucky for that car license plate number. Is that the complete car license plate number? The reason I ask is our database resources must have complete vehicle tag information to search.
Best Regards,
The Search Quarry Team
Have a License plate I need to search and find owner so I can return it . Can you help me
Hello Angel,
I recommend visiting the DMV to give this license plate back. I have included a link to our Free DMV Finder below. This will be the best way to go about returning a lost license plate to it’s owner.
https://www.searchquarry.com/dmv-finder/
Best Regards,
The Search Quarry Team
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i was trying to see who own the vin number jn1da31d13t517790 ,i think her name is Lamiko Balfur,cause someone sold me her nissan maxima and it is not register ,so i can not get tegs,until she register the car and sign it over to me ,can u please help me thank you
Hello Camille,
I ran the VIN number and did not find any results in our database for that vehicle. If it’s not a registered vehicle we probably won’t be able to find the car license plate information as well. You should consider contacting the DMV in your area for more information about this vehicle. Below is a link you can use to locate a Motor Vehicle Department near you.
https://www.searchquarry.com/dmv-finder/
Best Regards,
The Search Quarry Team
Can you please tell me the owners name of this car
Hello Karla,
We can certainly help you with car license plate number search. We will need the vehicle plate number and state of registration or VIN number to begin.
Best Regards,
The Search Quarry Team
Try Florida Atlantic apartments atvtraditions tag KZY766 7 series black BMW with sc tags 6 months no police have questioned why living here and not with Florida tags.
Hello,
Unfortunately this vehicle is not listed in our database. We can see that it’s a registered vehicle in Florida but that is all the information we have. I would also check with the Florida Motor Vehicle Department. I have provided a link to their website below.
http://www.hsmv.state.fl.us/html/titlinf.html
Best Regards,
The Search Quarry Team