Iowa VIN Check

Free Iowa VIN Check


Iowa VIN CheckIowa is one of the few “fault” auto insurance states in the United States. This means that a person who is at fault for a car accident is liable to pay for any resulting injuries or property damage. To avoid potential safety issues that could lead to accidents, make sure your next car is in excellent condition.

Wherever you are, buying from Iowa or from another state, you must get a vehicle history report. Look up millions of vehicle records in the US, including over 1.2 million cars registered in Iowa.

VinCheck.info gathers information on thefts, accidents, sales, titles, specifications, and more from official US government sources across the country. These information are collated into a database to provide free vehicle history to the public. Search based on the 17-digit VIN or the license plate number.

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Iowa Resources for Car Drivers and Owners

Iowa (nicknamed Hawkeye State) is the 31st most populous state with an estimated population of 3,155,070 people. Iowa lies between the Missouri and Mississippi rivers in the Midwestern region. The largest cities in Iowa are Des Moines (the capital), Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Waterloo, and Sioux City. Unlike most states, Iowa does not have a specific law that requires auto insurance. Vehicle owners are required to show proof of financial responsibility to the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) after an accident. There are 1,221,843 automobiles registered in Iowa as of 2019.

Iowa DMV

The Motor Vehicle Division of the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) is where you can find information on vehicle registrations, buying and selling a vehicle in Iowa, driving records and more.

Iowa Title Request

You can submit a request for title information in writing, by fax or in person to the Iowa Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division (DOT-MVD). Check out the fees to be paid prior to release of information at the DOT-MVD’s official site.

Make sure to have the VIN, name, title number or license plate number to search records.

Other Resources for Car Drivers/Owners

  1. Emissions and Safety Inspection Locations
  2. Vehicle Safety Ratings
  3. Vehicle Recalls by VIN
  4. Automotive Market Values
  5. Automotive Reviews

Why Should I Run an Iowa VIN Check?

Check for accidents. Getting an accident history report lets you know if the vehicle is safe and is in good working order. According to the 2019 Iowa Crash Report, a total of 58,554 traffic crashes were reported in 2019. In 313 fatal traffic crashes, 336 people were killed. Iowa’s crash fatality rate was 1 death per hundred million vehicle miles traveled in 2019.

Check for thefts. According to the FBI’s 2019 Crime in US reports, Iowa had a total of 5,142 incidents of motor vehicle theft in 2019. By running a VIN check, you will know if the car you are buying is a stolen vehicle.

Check for title brands. Find out if the vehicle you are about to purchase is flood damaged or issued a salvage title. On average, 46 tornadoes touch down in Iowa annually. In June 2008, Iowa was hit with its worst flood since 1993. Water swelled to the Cedar River in Cedar Rapids to its highest level on record. As of January 2021, the state ranked 24th based on major disaster declarations since 1953. Iowa had more twisters in 2017 than the annual average.

Check for other critical information and records. Our free VIN check offers a range of crucial checks including:

  • Vehicle Specifications
  • Safety Ratings
  • Market Value
  • Fuel Efficiency
  • Warranty/Manufacturer Recall
  • Title Records
  • Sales Records
  • Lien Records

Run an Iowa VIN Check to uncover the full-story of your next vehicle.

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