To check vehicle owner details, you can use official government portals and apps that provide vehicle registration information based on the vehicle number plate. Here are the common methods:
In India
Using the Parivahan Sewa Portal (VAHAN):
- Visit the official Parivahan Sewa website.
- Click on "Informational Services" and select "Know Your Vehicle Details."
- Create an account or log in using your mobile number with OTP verification.
- Enter the vehicle registration number and captcha code.
- Click "Vahan Search" to view details such as the vehicle owner's name (partially visible), vehicle make, model, registration date, RTO details, insurance, and more
Using the mParivahan Mobile App:
- Download the NextGen mParivahan app from the Play Store or App Store.
- Register and log in with your mobile number.
- Navigate to "Informational Services" and select "RC Search."
- Enter the vehicle registration number to get vehicle and owner details
Using SMS Service:
- Send an SMS with the vehicle number prefixed by "VAHAN" to 07738299899.
- You will receive the owner's name and vehicle details via SMS
Using Third-Party Apps and Websites:
- Apps like ACKO also allow you to check vehicle owner details by entering the vehicle number and verifying via OTP. These apps provide partial owner details along with vehicle information
In the UK
- You can check vehicle details including tax and MOT status on the DVLA website by entering the vehicle registration number
Important Notes
- Owner's name is usually partially visible for privacy reasons.
- Address or full personal details of the owner are not disclosed publicly.
- These services are useful for verifying vehicle details before buying a second-hand vehicle, checking insurance, or in case of accidents
By following these steps on official portals or apps, you can reliably check vehicle owner details using the vehicle registration number.
