Checking a vehicle’s history should be a must on your checklist for buying a used car in the UAE. It is a huge investment and requires thorough research. A history check reveals a lot about the vehicle’s history, including its involvement in accidents, tampering, theft or any form of fraud. You can also verify that all the important parts are original and authentic.
Overall, a history check ensures the best car value for your money and a decision that you won’t regret. If you are about to buy a used vehicle, here is a detailed guide that explains how to check car history in the UAE.
Checking Car History in the UAE – All you Need to Know
Checking car history in the UAE can help you avoid performance and safety issues in the future. Moreover, it is one of the few useful ways to determine the value of a used car. Thanks to the steps taken by the government, checking vehicle history in the UAE is relatively easy. Given below are several ways to know all about the car you are about to purchase.
Emirate Vehicle Gate
If you want to check the accident history of a car in the UAE or want information on vehicle certificates, the official website of Emirates Vehicle Gate (EVG) is the place for you. Follow the following steps to get the required information:
- Create an account on the official EVG website
- Log in to your account using your credentials
- Enter the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the tab for accident inquiry and access accident history of that vehicle
This website has a central repository with detailed information about every single accident a car had ever been in. This includes the location of the incident as well as the type of the accident along with the level of damage.
There is no need to log in if you are only looking for a vehicle certificate inquiry. Just enter the number of the vehicle certificate and access the certificate.
Ministry of Interior (MoI) Website
Another source for vehicle history data is the UAE is the official website of the Ministry of Interior (MoI). It is a straightforward process as well.
All you have to do is find the chassis number of the vehicle. Once you have it, log in to the official Ministry of Interior website and enter the number there. The website database will retrieve and show all the relevant information about the accident history of that vehicle. You can also get other information such as the vehicle registration number and plate reservation status.
Abu Dhabi Police Website
If you are buying or selling a car in Abu Dhabi, the official Abu Dhabi Police website is the place for you to have your inquiries addressed. In addition to offering information about car history in Abu Dhabi, the website will display records of all the accidents the car had ever been a part of in the entire UAE. Follow the step given below to acquire the said information:
- Visit the official Abu Dhabi Police website
- Find the ‘inquire about car accidents’ tab from the drop-down menu on the homepage
- Enter the chassis number of the car and get the entire history of a car
You will find relevant and authentic information on the website. It is a better way to go about checking car history than googling information on it.
Road and Transport Authority (RTA) Website
The RTA offers a ‘Technical Vehicle Status Certificate’ covering the history of any vehicle. They have an extensive record of vehicles including their insurance and validity history, condition of the vehicle at the time of inspection and owner history, etc.
An additional feature unique to RTA is the provision of information on imported cars as well. Proving to be one of the finest government institutes of the Emirates, RTA has collaborated with CARFAX, European Auto DNA and others to help you access all the information about imported cars.
Compared to other services, the only drawback with RTA is the lengthy process that involves both the current owner and the buyer. First, the potential buyer enters the car’s chassis number on the website. This action generates a code sent to the current owner of the car along with a link. The owner will enter the code on the provided link and after the submission of the fee; the potential buyer will receive the certificate via email. The cost is 100 AED.
Note that this certificate does not provide information about accidents.
Private Companies for Car History Check
In addition to government sources, many private companies in the UAE offer similar services. These are especially useful if you want to buy an imported vehicle and need its accident history. Two major private companies with extensive databases offering these services are CarReport and CarFax.
CarReport provides a detailed report on used cars that includes vehicle history and valuation. The general report is free and you can get it by entering the mileage and chassis number of the car. However, for premium services with detailed information, you create an account and pay a small fee of AED 99.
Similarly, CarFax provides extensive information on a vehicle’s past. The service makes various car checks including flood damage, title problems, service records, accidents, total loss, vehicle registration and more. CarFax history check report fee is AED 119.77.
FAQs
What is the VIN number used to check car history?
The car’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or chassis number is the identifying code that holds information on a car’s history.
How much does vehicle status certificate cost in Dubai?
Vehicle status certificate can be acquired from the official RTA website for AED 100.
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