How to check car detail by number plate or RC number?

A juvenile driver recently caused a fatal crash in Pune, resulting in the deaths of two motorcyclists. The motorcyclists, a man and a woman, died on the spot after the speeding Porsche Taycan crashed into them from behind. In accidents like these, the car information or the number plate becomes key information to get details about the vehicle owner and the vehicle.

For various reasons, you might need to find out the details of a vehicle owner using the vehicle’s number plate. Whether for buying a second-hand vehicle or in case of an accident, accessing this information is now straightforward. Here’s how you can do it.

When Do You Need to Check Vehicle Owner Details?

There are several situations where checking vehicle owner details is crucial:
Hit and Run Accidents: In hit and run cases, knowing the vehicle owner's details is essential for filing an FIR. Taking a picture of the vehicle’s number plate can simplify this process.

Buying a Second-hand Vehicle: Verifying the current owner’s details ensures transparency in the vehicle transfer process. If the information is unclear, use the vehicle number plate to fetch accurate details.

How to Check Vehicle Owner Details by Number Plate on Parivahan?
You can easily find vehicle owner details on the Parivahan website using the registration number:

• Go to the official Parivahan website.
• Click on 'Informational Services' and select 'Know Your Vehicle Details' from the drop-down menu.
• Log in with your credentials or create a new account if you are a new user.
• Enter the vehicle registration number and captcha, then click on 'VAHAN search'.
• The screen will display detailed information about the vehicle owner and the vehicle.

Information You Can Get Through Vehicle Number Plate

• Besides owner details, you can obtain various other information using the vehicle number plate:
• Vehicle registration date
• Make and model
• Fuel type
• Road tax details
• Insurance expiry date
• Vehicle fitness certificate expiry date
• RC status
• Emission norm details

Checking vehicle owner details by number plate is convenient and essential, especially in hit and run cases or when purchasing a second-hand vehicle. Using the vehicle registration number, you can also access other relevant vehicle information easily.