History research
Vehicle title check
Identify the vehicle for free, then unlock available title information and brands as part of a full history report. Reports from $84.99.
Start with VIN or plate
Confirm the vehicle first. Title categories appear in the paid report when records exist.
What title brands can mean
Title brands are labels applied by states or reported through participating sources. Definitions and disclosure rules differ by jurisdiction — treat brands as signals to investigate, not as a complete legal title status.
Salvage / total loss
Often indicates a vehicle was declared a total loss by an insurer after significant damage.
Rebuilt / reconstructed
May appear after a salvage vehicle is repaired and re-titled under rebuilding rules that vary by state.
Flood / water damage
Reported when water-related damage is documented in participating title or insurance sources.
Lemon / manufacturer buyback
Can appear when a vehicle was repurchased under lemon-law or similar manufacturer programs, where reported.
How STATEVIN helps
- Free identification of year, make, and model
- Paid report may include title information where available
- Coverage still varies — see our disclaimer and data sources
Title check FAQ
- Is a title check the same as a free VIN decode?
- No. Free identification confirms vehicle specifications. Title brands and title history are part of a paid vehicle history report when participating sources have data.
- Does every VIN have title brand records?
- No. Coverage varies by vehicle, state, and reporting. Absence of a brand in a report does not guarantee a clean title in every jurisdiction.
- Should I still inspect the vehicle?
- Yes. A report is one research tool. Combine it with a physical inspection, a trusted mechanic review, and title paperwork verification before you buy.
See our disclaimer and data sources.