Sacramento Area Vehicle Verifier

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Can you verify vintage/classic vehicles?

Yes we can.

The CA DMV allows licensed vehicle verifiers to verify "any vehicle" regardless of the year model (except salvaged, etc).

They do have some requirements though:

For vehicles 1970 and newer the DMV does require a federal certification label to be on the driver's side door/area in addition to 1 more vin location (ie; dashboard, firewall, frame, etc.).

If this label is missing, altered, or damaged, then only the CHP can verify the vehicle.

For vehicles 1969 and older: the DMV does not require the federal certification label because the label requirement did not come into effect until 1970.

Therefore the DMV only requires 1 Vin Location for verification purposes on vehicles 1969 and older.

See REQUIREMENTS (Click here) for more information about the federal certification label and other requirements.

Can you verify vehicles for other states?

Some states allow it but most do not.

Montana does allow CA licensed vehicle verifiers to perform VIN verifications on vehicles that are momentarily located in California but are being registered/titled in Montana.

Utah also accepts a VIN verification from a CA licensed vehicle verifier.

Both Montana and Utah have their own specific forms that a California licensed vehicle verifier must use when verifying a vehicle.

Utah: Form TC-661 - Certificate of Inspection states the following;

" Only the following individuals may sign below, verifying that the unit’s VIN/HIN or serial number has been physically inspected: a DMV employee of Utah or another state, a designated contractor, a law enforcement agency employee, a licensed dealer, a certified safety inspector, or a person that DMV authorizes in writing."

As licensed vehicle verifiers in California - we are independent contractors that hold a special permit (license) which authorizes us to verify vehicles. The CA DMV Vehicle Verifiers handbook does not prohibit vehicle verifiers from performing vin verifications for other US States.

Montana: Form MV20(12/24) - Level 1 Vehicle/OHV Identification Number Inspection

The MV20 form located on the Montana's MVD website does not directly state that a private vin verifier can complete the form but we have verified with the Montana MVD that the following is true;

" Yes, an out-of-state law enforcement officer or VIN inspector may complete a VIN inspection on the Montana MV20 form. The inspector or law enforcement officer must provide their credentials with the MV20 form (such as a business card). "

Most other states only allow law enforcement or local DMV employees.

Who Needs a VIN Verification?

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Did you buy a vehicle from another state or move to CA from a different state?

If you have purchased a vehicle that is registered or titled in a state other than California, then you will need to get your VIN verified to receive registration and/or title in California.

Similarly, if you have recently moved to California with your vehicle, a VIN verification is required in order to obtain California registration.

We have California Licensed Vehicle Verifiers available who can travel to you if you are located in The Greater Sacramento Area.

Is your vehicle no longer in the CA DMV database?

If a vehicle was registered in California before but no longer appears in the DMV database you will need the VIN Verified.

The DMV will remove inactive registrations from their system after so many years of unpaid registration.

Our California Licensed Vehicle Verifiers will travel to you in Sacramento County, Placer County, Yolo County, and Solano County.

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VIN Correction on CA Title | Did DMV issue a Title with an incorrect VIN?

If you have submitted an application for title or registration to the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or a third-party registration service, and you received a Registration Card or Certificate of Title that shows an incorrect VIN, you need to get the VIN verified to request a correction from DMV.

Our Vin Verifiers are available to come to you and provide mobile services to businesses and residents of Sacramento County, Placer County, Yolo County, and Solano County.

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Automotive Dealers in all 50 States.

If you are a car dealer selling vehicles to California residents and the vehicles are titled in a state other than California, you may need to have the VIN verified.

We have licensed vehicle verifiers in California who can come to your customer's location in the Greater Sacramento Area, including Sacramento County, Placer County, Yolo County, and Solano County, to verify the vehicle and mail you the certified REG 31.

We offer professional invoicing, online payments, client support, same-day service (in most cases), and more.

Fleet Managers

Fleet managers who are responsible for titling company vehicles can rely on Get Vin Verification to help them whenever they purchase a new fleet from out of state.

We will go to your facility and verify your entire fleet.

Other reasons you might need a VIN Verification.

The DMV may require a VIN verification for reasons not listed on this website. If the DMV is requesting a VIN verification, and you were not referred to the CHP - let us know and we will see if we can help.

Some Reasons may include:

Lien Sale VLT Stop (To prove you have your vehicle and to invalidate any Lien Sale against it)
Odometer / Mileage Verification
BTM Changes (Body Type Changes)

Vin Verifications by a Licensed DMV Vehicle Verifier

What is a vin verification?

A vin verification is a physical inspection that the CA DMV requires when a vehicle is being Registered or Titled in California for the first time, or if the vehicle was titled in California before but there are no current records with DMV. The DMV may require a vin verification for other reasons as well and you can learn more by reading this whole page or ask us a question.

A Vin Verification is also called the "Verification of Vehicle" (Reg 31) and can only be completed by DMV authorized individuals.

Our California Licensed Vehicle Verifiers are mobile to Sacramento County, Placer County, Yolo County, and Solano County.

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Who can perform a vin verification?

Only a CA Licensed Vehicle Verifier, Auto Club Employee, Peace Officer, The CA DMV, or CHP can perform a VIN Verification.

Our California Licensed Vehicle Verifiers are mobile to the Greater Sacramento Area! You don't even need to leave your house or office because we will go to your location and verify the vehicle right where it is.

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What if my vehicle has a salvaged title or is incomplete or disassembled?

If your vehicle has a revived salvaged title you must first go to the CA DMV to start the registration process. The CA DMV may refer you to the CHP for the SVIP (Salvaged Vehicle Inspection Program) for a VIN Verification.

California Licensed Vehicle verifiers cannot verify incomplete or disassembled vehicles.

CHP SVIP | Salvage Inspection Program

What do I need to have?

You will need at least 1 supporting document such as:

a Title - Registration Card - US SF 97-1, or MSO/MCO.

Vehicle Verifiers can only verify vehicles that have supporting documents.

The DMV considers the above options official supporting documents.

Without at least 1 - you will need to contact the DMV to see what your options are.

If your vehicle was built between 1970 & Today It MUST have the

US Federal Certification Label affixed to the drivers side door area on Cars, Trucks, Vans, Etc.

Motorcycles: On fork near handlebars.

Camp/Coach Trailers: If you're at the hitch area facing your trailer - look on the right side of the body of the unit.

Motorhomes: Inside on the wall next to the drivers seat.

Carriers/Utility: Somewhere on the unit.

For more information please click the button below.

REQUIRED DOCMUENTATION

What if I financed a vehicle and don't have the Title?

Did the dealership provide you with any temporary registration documents or card?

If not you may need to contact either the dealer or lender and obtain a Registration Card or a copy of the Title or MCO (Certificate of Origin).

Let them know the CA DMV requires it for VIN verification .

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Licensed DMV Vehicle Verifiers in the Greater Sacramento Area. Get Vin Verication.

Why waste time going to the DMV? Our Licensed Vehicle Verifiers will travel to you in Sacramento County, Placer County, Yolo County, and Solano County.

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This website connects you to a California DMV Licensed Vehicle Verifier.

This website does not provide legal advice and all information provided here is for informational purposes only.

Vehicle Verifiers are licensed by the CA DMV but they are not employees of the CA DMV.

DMV POLICIES ON VIN VERIFICATIONS