Check the Vehicle’s Title in Canada
A vehicle title brand check helps you see if the vehicle has a clean title, salvaged, rebuilt, or total loss. These titles affect the vehicle’s price, safety, and selling price. Check the car’s title with the VIN now!
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What is a Car Title Check?
A car title check is a report that shows the legal status and history of a vehicle’s ownership in Canada. By using the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number), you can see whether the car has a clean title or if it has been marked with other titles such as salvage, rebuilt, irreparable, or total loss.
Car title brands help buyers ot understand the real condition before they decide to make a purchase. A car title search by VIN helps them find out if the car has ever been marked as salvage, manufacturer buyback, insurance write-offs, flood damage, or other major issues that may affect the car’s safety, performance, and resale value.
Types of Car Title Brands in Canada
In Canada, every province and territory uses a system of title brands to warn buyers about a vehicle's history or condition. These brands are permanent and attached to the VIN, so they follow the car forever.
1. Clean Title
A clean title means the vehicle has not been declared a total loss by an insurance company. It suggests the car has never suffered damage severe enough that the repair cost exceeded a certain high percentage of its market value.
2. Salvage Title
The Salvage Title is applied when an insurance company writes the vehicle off as a total loss. This happens when the cost to repair the car is more than its actual cash value. The car is severely damaged, maybe from a major collision, fire, or theft where the interior was stripped, but it can still be repaired
3. Rebuilt Title
A Rebuilt Title is the next step after a car has been branded Salvage. It means the vehicle was once a total loss, but it has now been fully repaired and has passed a strict structural and safety inspection by the province.
4. Irreparable Title (Often Called Junk or Non-Repairable)
This brand is a definite end-of-the-road signal. The Irreparable Title is given to vehicles that have been so badly damaged they are considered unfit for the road and can never be registered again for driving. These cars can only be used for parts or scrap metal.
5. Flooded Title (Often Falls Under Irreparable)
While some US states have a specific Flooded Title, in many Canadian provinces, a vehicle with extensive water damage is simply classified as Irreparable because the electrical and mechanical systems are too compromised.
6. Odometer Brand
An odometer brand is added to a vehicle’s title when its mileage has been changed or rolled back. This label warns buyers that the odometer reading may not reflect the car’s true distance traveled. Vehicles with this brand often carry higher risks, as hidden mileage can affect value, reliability, and future maintenance costs.
7. Hail Damage Title
Damage caused only by hail often seems cosmetic, but it can be extensive enough to total a car because of the high cost of panel replacement and paintless dent removal. A vehicle that has only Hail Damage severe enough to be a total loss may be marked as Salvage. If repaired, it becomes Rebuilt.
8. Lemon Title
The Lemon Title, or Manufacturer Buyback, means the original owner returned the car to the manufacturer because it had repeated, serious defects that could not be fixed even after several repair attempts. The manufacturer bought the car back, and it often comes with a specific warning on the title.
How to Verify a Car Title Status
To check a car’s title brand, simply enter the VIN into our tool. You'll get a detailed report with information on the title brand, accident history, mileage, and more. Simply follow these steps:
Find the VIN
Find the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the car. Check on the vehicle’s paperwork, like the owner's manual, for faster results.
Fill in the Form
Once you have the VIN, enter it into the form. Then, click on the button to submit the form. Wait for a few seconds to get the report generated.
Get the Report
Don’t forget to examine the preview page, then proceed to payment to get the full vehicle report to check the car’s title status.
Where Can I Find the VIN Number?
There are two ways you can opt to find the VIN: checking the vehicle’s paperwork and examining the vehicle’s body. Here’s the location where you can find the vehicle’s VIN:
Dashboard
Examine the bottom corner of the dashboard, usually located on the driver’s side.
Doorjamb
Open the doorjamb and examine the B-pillar (the frame where the door is latched), and look for a sticker or a plate in it.
Under the Hood
Some vehicles have their VIN engraved on their engine. To find the VIN on the engine, you will need to open the hood and then examine the engine to find the VIN.
Vehicle’s Paperwork
Aside from the vehicle’s body, the VIN can be found on the vehicle’s registration certificate, vehicle’s title, insurance cards, or policy.
What is Found On a Title Check Report?
With a VIN check, you get more than just a car title check. Here’s everything you will find on a vehicle history check with our tool:
Title Brand Checks
The report identifies special designations like rebuilt, salvage, flood, or lemon titles. This is the core reason you run the check: to uncover hidden risks that dramatically reduce the car's value and safety. A branded title is a permanent mark you need to fully understand before you proceed with a purchase.
Vehicle Specifications
You’ll see a detailed overview of the car make, model, year, engine type, and key attributes. This information confirms the vehicle you are looking at is exactly what the seller says it is, helping you verify the model year and trim level. Use these specifications to look up the correct market value and avoid getting a car that wasn’t desired.
Vehicle Usage Records
This section gives you insights into past usage, including personal, commercial, or rental history. Cars used as rentals or for commercial fleets often have higher mileage and harder use, so this is important to know. If a car is used for taxi service, that generally means very high wear and tear on the engine and interior parts.
Mileage Records
The check tracks accurate odometer readings to detect potential mileage fraud. You can see the odometer readings recorded along with the date, and its last recorded mileage before it was put on sale. If there are any sudden drops or large gaps, the report will flag those inconsistencies immediately.
Accident Records
You get details on past accidents, including dates, locations, and severity. Many used cars have been involved in a collision at some point, and this section tells you if it was a minor fender-bender or a major crash. Knowing the full accident history is crucial to avoiding a vehicle with compromised structural integrity.
Damage Records
The report reports all damages, including weather-related, vandalism, and other incidents. This goes beyond just collisions and includes things like extensive hail damage or fire damage that might have been repaired. Check the car’s damage history thoroughly to avoid accidentally buying a car with severe damage that needs extensive repairs.
Repair Costs
The tool summarizes repair expenses, including total costs and breakdowns. If an insurance company declared a total loss, this section usually details the claim payout and the estimated cost to repair the damage. This cost summary gives you an idea of the severity of any past damage the vehicle sustained.
Warranty Status and Coverage
The report provides information on the remaining warranty and covered parts or systems. In this section, you’ll find out if the vehicle is still covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, extended warranties, roadside assistance, powertrain, and corrosion protection.
Window Sticker Lookup: Complete Vehicle Specs and Features
We offer a service that shows you the original details of a vehicle, including its factory specifications, features, and options. This helps you confirm the vehicle's authenticity and ensures you're getting the right car.
What You'll Find on a Window Sticker:
- Original Factory Specs: Includes make, model, year, and VIN.
- Vehicle Features: Details like engine type, drivetrain, and exterior/interior colour codes.
- Options & Packages: Shows the factory-installed options and any available packages.
- Standard Features: Lists key features like safety equipment and interior amenities.
- & Fuel Economy: Shows MSRP, MPG ratings, and tire specs.
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