car plate check qld

Checking a car plate in QLD is dead simple and, better yet, free: use the Queensland Government rego check to confirm registration status, expiry and CTP insurer from the plate or VIN.

For the full story—finance owing, write-off or stolen—run a PPSR search with the VIN; it’s an Australian Government report and only a few dollars.

Make sure the plate, VIN, and paperwork all sing the same tune; if they don’t, walk away like you’ve just smelled a burnt clutch.

Shopping on Tradingpost? Do both checks before you fall in love with shiny paint and a dodgy backstory.