VerifyNowNumber plate & VIN lookup
Look up vehicle specifications by number plate or VIN. Get make, model, year, engine details, and technical specifications for vehicles in South Africa and 57+ countries.
Important Service Information
This service returns technical specifications only. No ownership, personal, or driver information is provided.
Data is sourced from commercially available third-party datasets. VerifyNow provides access but makes no warranties regarding accuracy.
Limitation of Liability: VerifyNow (Pty) Ltd shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use of vehicle lookup results. Users are responsible for independently verifying information.
Vehicle lookup services
Choose the right lookup method for your needs
Number Plate Lookup
Look up vehicle specifications using the registration number (number plate). Covers South Africa and 57+ countries worldwide.
- Make, model, year details
- Engine specifications
- VIN cross-reference
- 57+ countries supported
Best for:
Vehicle sales, insurance verification, fleet management
VIN Lookup / VIN Decoder
Decode a 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to retrieve detailed vehicle specifications and manufacturing details.
- Full VIN decoding
- Manufacturer details
- Production year & plant
- Technical specifications
Best for:
Import verification, parts ordering, vehicle authentication
What information is returned?
Vehicle specifications and technical details
Information Included
- Make and Model (e.g., Toyota Corolla)
- Year of Manufacture
- Engine Number and Specifications
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
- Vehicle Colour
- Technical Specifications (fuel type, transmission, etc.)
- MM Code / Manufacturer Code
Information NOT Included
- Owner or Driver Names
- Personal Details or ID Numbers
- Address Information
- Finance or Loan Status
- Accident History
- Stolen Vehicle Status
- Ownership History
Why choose VerifyNow?
Fast, reliable vehicle specification lookups
Instant Results
Get vehicle specifications in seconds. Real-time lookups with fast response times.
57+ Countries
Number plate lookup covers South Africa and 57+ countries worldwide.
No code required
Run lookups straight from the VerifyNow dashboard. If your team later wants to automate batch checks, an API is available.
Specs Only
Returns vehicle specifications only. No personal or ownership information.
Industry applications
Vehicle lookup for every industry
Vehicle Sales & Dealerships
Verify vehicle specifications when purchasing or selling vehicles. Cross-check details provided by sellers.
Insurance Verification
Verify vehicle details for insurance quotes, claims processing, and policy underwriting.
Fleet Management
Maintain accurate records of fleet vehicle specifications. Verify vehicles entering your fleet.
Automotive Compliance
Support compliance processes with verified vehicle specification data.
Simple credit-based pricing
Pay only for what you use. No monthly fees.
See the latest cost for number plate and VIN lookups.
View current pricingService Terms & Disclaimer
Data Source: All vehicle specification data is sourced from commercially available third-party datasets. VerifyNow (Pty) Ltd acts solely as an intermediary providing access to this publicly available vehicle specification data.
No Personal Information: This service provides vehicle technical specifications only. No ownership information, personal details, driver information, finance status, or accident history is included.
Disclaimer: VerifyNow makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the vehicle data. Users assume all responsibility for verifying information and for any decisions made based on lookup results. VerifyNow shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from use of this service.
Not for Insurance Use: Results should not be used or relied upon for insurance claims, insurance-related queries, or any legal proceedings. This service is for vehicle specification reference only.
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Common questions
What does a number plate lookup return?
A number plate lookup returns vehicle specification data such as make, model, year, engine and technical details where available. It does not return owner or private-person data.
Can I decode a VIN in South Africa?
Yes. VerifyNow supports VIN lookup and VIN decoding for vehicle specification checks, including manufacturing and technical details where available.
Does Vehicle Lookup show ownership, finance or stolen status?
No. Vehicle Lookup is limited to vehicle specification data. It does not provide ownership, finance, stolen-vehicle, licence-disc or transfer-history information.
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