Japan Vehicle
History Reports

+ What is a AUTOCHECK Japan Vehicle History Report ?

AUTOCHECK helps Japanese car importers & shoppers to make better purchase decisions when buying Cars Imported from Japan, Registered in Japan or Made for Japanese market. The AUTOCHECK Japan Vehicle History Report provides detailed information about a vehicle’s past and can help uncover hidden negative history.

The AUTOCHECK Report includes a Japanese auto auction record and official Japanese registration records depending on the information returned, Please read more from here

+ What can I use a AUTOCHECK history report for ?

AUTOCHECK Japan Vehicle History Reports contain information that might affect your decision about whether or not to buy a Japanese used vehicle or how much you might want to pay. Avoid being a victim of fraud by unknowingly purchasing a car that has been stolen, scrapped or involved in a severe accident and then refurbished and re-sold without any disclosure. Use this report as one important tool, along with a vehicle inspection, to make a better decision about your next Japanese used car.

+ Who gets benefits from the AUTOCHECK reports ?

Used car buyers and sellers, dealerships, as well as listings sites can benefit AUTOCHECK’s independent Japanese car information. With more transparency and accountability in the used car market, there will be less chance for fraudulent activity. Importers & Buyers of Japanese used cars can shop with confidence knowing the Japanese car doesn’t have any hidden negative history, and sellers of used Japanese cars can sell faster by instilling trust in the buyer. Used car dealers using AUTOCHECK Vehicle History Reports can ensure no vehicles with negative history come through their business, thus saving possible problems and money down the road.

+ What is a VIN/Chassis number ?

Chassis number is the unique identifier for every car built in Japan. Japanese carmakers do not use a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) as is common in the United States and elsewhere. Instead, Japan uses a Chassis (Frame) Number 12 - 17 alphanumeric characters identifying model and serial number.

+ Where can I find the VIN/Chassis number ?

You can find the VIN/Chassis number of a vehicle in a number of places on a car, but most commonly on the body of the car next to the driver’s seat when the driver's door is open. Sometimes it is actually on the inside of the driver’s door. On some vehicles, the chassis number is also placed on the engine, hood, and other parts. It also appears on the car registration, insurance policies, service records and police reports for the vehicle. You can find some useful guidance in the " Chassis Number " section.

+ How do I receive my report ?

It will be sent to you by email in PDF format. You can also download the report forever using the link we provide you on the same email.

+ How long do I have to wait for my report ?

You will get it within 2-3 working hours in Japan via email after receiving the order. however it can take up to 4 hours depends on the usage period of the vehicle.

For the Autocheck Manual Check Reports (If needed) it takes about 1-2 Japanese working days to search and collect the data from Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT)

We do rely on external data for some parts of your Report. These can sometimes be delayed but this is unfortunately out of our control. If you haven't received your report or are having trouble you can contact us at hello@autocheck.jp