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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an issue when trying to view the Vehicle Inspection report so I started a live chat to rectify problem. They responded immediately to document the issue and then followed up via email to notify... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

All the information that I needed was absent from the report. It gave me a general description of my truck , which I already know, but none of the information I was supposed to get. No owner history a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have always been suspicious about cheap whatever especially used cars so when I was offered a good-looking model at a price my wife thought was just lovely, I didn't get excited too easily. Looked up... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a couple of minor issues getting everything set up the way I wanted and so I contacted customer support and within 3 hours they got back to me and took care of my issues. Haven't experienced su... See more

Company details

  1. Database Management Company
  2. Motor Vehicle Dealer
  3. Software Company
  4. Used Car Dealer

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Your one-stop shop for vehicle data. VinAudit is a private technology company founded in Kirkland, WA that specializes in vehicle history solutions for auto dealers, consumers, and businesses. Paying exorbitant fees for basic data should be a thing of the past! Since launching in 2011 as a first-level access provider to the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System, we’ve quietly built one of the largest vehicle databases in North America. In 2020 VinAudit expanded operations to support the Canadian market, becoming one of two providers north of the border. Our solutions include vehicle specifications, market valuations, ownership costs, images, and inventory data feeds.


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3.7

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

199 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Great Experience

First time using VinAudit. Didn’t get the info I was looking for. Contacted the support team. Received not only a timely reply but a refund. .. something totally unexpected but very much appreciated. Something VinAudit did not have to do.

August 13, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM- no important information given

SCAM, no info provided. I know the vehicle i looked at had 3 accidents reported to insurance provider, but nothing was shown on Vin Audit. Instead it gave me the VEHICLE SPECS which you can GOOGLE online for FREE. Reporting this as a scam charge on my credit card.

Edit: Not sure what "more details" VinAudit wants from. 3 accident claims were done on the vehicle, 2 in BC, one in ON (which I pulled through CarFax) this one doesnt even have any sort of connection with Canadian insurance agencies. Not sure what database they are pulling accident history. Only thing i found on VInAudit was vehicle specs which you can Google yourself. TOTAL SCAM

July 23, 2024
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Reply from VinAudit

Hi Rayan,

Thank you for reaching out about your recent experience with our service. We appreciate your feedback and would like to learn more about the specific issues you encountered.
Could you please provide more details about the specific vehicle you looked up and the discrepancies you found between our report and the information from the insurance provider? This will help us investigate the matter thoroughly. We're here to help resolve any issues and ensure your satisfaction with our service. Looking forward to your response.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What impressive response from Marinel

I contacted them because I could not find a way to check a motorcycle VIN, I requested help and Marinel replied immediately, not telling me how to access the option for motorcycles, she asked for the VIN#, and I sent it to her asking how I pay for the report, she replied with the report needed, not asking for any payment, it is not a matter of the price for one single report, is the fact that she helps me right away, something I never expected, thank you very much.

June 17, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marinel is one of a kind!

Marinel is one of a kind!
From the moment she answered my call i knew i was in good hands!
She researched a vin number of a Expensive RV we were almost going to buy and gave me so much info that was so useful.I then called her with a second RV and she was still so patient and made me feel like i was not bothering her.
I was so impressed with her info and knowledge.

May 10, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Here is an interesting good news story…

Here is an interesting good news story regarding VinAudit. While interacting with a prospective buyer for a vehicle I had for sale, he asked that I get a vin report to show him before coming to purchase it. Via computer I found VinAudit and paid for a report. While waiting for my report to be emailed, I noticed a scam warning regarding other sites with similar names to this one that take your money and don't provide a report or supply a barebones report with no detail. It got me thinking so I went back to my correspondence with the buyer and saw he had actually specified a certain site (with a similar name) to obtain the report from and I had luckily come across this one by mistake. I researched the buyer's requested site and found that that one was in fact a scam site. Feeling somewhat duped, I contacted VinAudit support, let them know what happened and asked if I could be reimbursed for the report request which in this instance I didn't really need. I am happy to say the pending transaction was cancelled and my credit card was not debited. Very good customer service and greatly appreciated.

May 9, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don't Waste Your Money!!!

I tried it and it was a waste of money. No title info, and no accident info. It just showed the vehicle specifications. Carfax was more money, but showed ownership info, accident history, and more!!

May 5, 2024
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Reply from VinAudit

Hi Ronald,

We sincerely apologize for any frustration you may have experienced. We understand that our report may not have met your expectations. However, we noticed that you did not provide us with additional information for a thorough investigation. Our reports are designed to provide you with comprehensive insights from trusted sources. If there is any missing information that you were hoping for, we would be happy to investigate further.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

You can trust TRUSTPILOT

Yes my daughter accidentally used this site (Trustpilot) and we had a breakdown in communication and I ended up being charged for the report my daughter printed. I contacted Trustpilot by email and they were OUTSTANDING, HELPFUL and VERY UNDERSTANDING !!!! I will spread the word everywhere and to anyone who will listen!!! Thanks so much.

April 28, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Totally useless

Totally useless. I was looking for a specific piece of information about the salvage title. I already knew it had a salvage title just needed one more specific piece of information. Although it showed the accident related to the write off the vehicle, it had nothing regarding it having a salvage title. Aside from noting the 3 claims it had, it had absolutely nothing else regarding the vehicle the basic info that comes with the VIN number. These people shouldn't even be in business. If it were possible to give it a lower rating I would.

February 28, 2024
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Reply from VinAudit

Hi Mary Anne,

We appreciate your feedback regarding the difficulty in finding specific salvage title information. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

It appears that we did not receive a response from you, which hindered our ability to further investigate and address the issue. To assist you better, could you please provide more details about your order, such as the VIN or any specific information you were seeking? This will enable us to look into the matter more thoroughly and provide you with the required information.

We strive to keep our records up-to-date, and your feedback is crucial in enhancing our services. We appreciate your understanding, and we look forward to resolving this issue for you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Gives you less information than the 1…

Gives you less information than the 1 dollar reviews for ten times the price. Absolutely a fraction of the information is given . Feeling ripped off ..Any maintenance records? And so much more left off. Didn't even give me a option to save the report if you can call it that. But good news, I know where it's manufactured , what a joke

February 26, 2024
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Reply from VinAudit

Hi Gary,

We sincerely apologize for any frustration you may have experienced. We understand that our report may not have met your expectations. However, we noticed that you did not provide us with additional information for a thorough investigation. Our reports are designed to provide you with comprehensive insights from trusted sources. If there is any missing information that you were hoping for, we would be happy to investigate further. Additionally, to save the report, you can use the "Print" option located at the upper right-hand corner of the page to save it as a PDF. We hope this clarifies things for you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

As others have called out

As others have called out, there are scams associated with this site and business. I am not accusing them directly, but it's clear that agents/partners are contacting sellers of vehicles and requesting this report before they buy your vehicle. They then never show up and you never hear from them again. This has happened multiple times to me on a couple of vehicles I've sold. If VinAudit is compensating partners for reports that are paid for and generated, then they are promoting this practice and must know it's taking place.

February 15, 2024
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Reply from VinAudit

Hi Richard,

We appreciate your concerns and take any misuse of our services seriously. We strive to maintain high standards and ensure a positive experience for all users. Please provide us with specific details, and we will investigate promptly. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we look forward to resolving any issues.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Incorrect information

Just did a vin check on a motorcycle I purchased. I know it's a rebuilt salvage title that was in a collision with a $7k repair bill. Yet this site just told me it's clean!! Absolutely bogus!

September 7, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had difficulty with an online inquiry…

I had difficulty with an online inquiry and needed help. The agent who answered my phone call knew exactly what I wanted and was most helpful in getting me the information I needed. She also advised me about other steps I should take on the purchase of a newly imported vehicle. I am very grateful for her help.

July 12, 2023
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