Vehicle Owner Details by Number Plate

Do you want to know vehicle owner details by number plate? If yes, you can check vehicle owner details online using registration number on vehicle number plate. It is helpful for finding the vehicle details and owner name . You do not need to visit the RTO to get the vehicle owner details. The blog covers steps to check vehicle owner details by number plate in detail.

Vehicle owner details by number plate

The national vehicle registry, i.e.the VAHAN website, consists of data related to vehicle registrations of motor vehicles, bikes, and cars in India. It compiles all the information on driving licenses and vehicle registration details. RTO offices in India process the data of DL and vehicle related information.

Checking vehicle owner details will be helpful in the following situations:

• Before buying second hand vehicle
• To verify details after an accident or hit and run
• To check RC, insurance, or PUC validity
• For legal purposes
• To avoid vehicle fraud or mismatched documents

How to check vehicle owner name by vehicle number

You can find the vehicle owner name by vehicle number online using two methods.

Vehicle details using VAHAN website

1. Visit the Parivahan website.
2. Under the “Informational Services” tab in the top menu
3. Select “Know Your Vehicle Details”
4. Create an account using mobile number or email ID
5. Log in using your registered mobile number
6. Enter the vehicle number
7. Click on the “Vahan Search” option

Vehicle details by number plate using the SMS service

You can use the SMS service offered by the VAHAN website to find out the vehicle owner’s details.

1. Enter VAHAN (space) vehicle registration number on your mobile’s messaging app. For example VAHAN DL04CD1XX3. Send it to 7738299899.
2. You will receive an SMS in a few seconds with the vehicle owner details like vehicle make/model, owner’s name, RTO details, insurance validity, registration/fitness validity, and so on.

Following are the vehicle details displayed on the VAHAN portal:

1. Date of registration of the vehicle
2. Chassis number of the vehicle 
3. Vehicle’s engine number 
4. Vehicle owner’s name
5. Vehicle’s class
6. Type of Fuel used in the vehicle
7. Vehicle’s model number 
8. Vehicle manufacturer’s name
9. Vehicle’s fitness validity date
10. PUC certificate number
11. Vehicle’s tax validity date
12. Insurance details
13. Vehicle emission standards
14. Status of the RC
15. Financier’s name

Please note that the SMS service may not always work. 

Need to trace vehicle details by number plate

Following are the reasons to track vehicle owner by number plate :

1. Hit and run case: If you are a witness or the victim of hit-and-run case, tracking the vehicle owner’s details with the number plate will be helpful
2. Accident: If your vehicle suffers damages in an accident and there is a dispute between you and the vehicle’s owner. In that case, you can track the vehicle owner’s details with the number plate. It helps you to avoid road rage and bring the issue to court if required.
3. Second hand vehicle purchase: If you are buying a secondhand vehicle from its owner or a third-party (dealer), it is necessary to check the second hand vehicle owner’s details.
4. Vehicle inspection in RTO :The RTO officials can verify your vehicle details through the VAHAN website during the inspection process of your vehicle.

Vehicle number plate format

Vehicle number plates is a combination of digits and alphabets that gives your vehicle distinct identity. The number is registered with the RTO.

AB: The first two alphabets indicate the state or Union territory of India. For example, vehicle registered in Maharashtra starts with the code ‘MH whereas in Delhi it is ‘DL’. The two most significant alphabets of the state’s name is used. 

07: The next two digits refer to district’s sequential number. Every state in India has at least 1 district in it, the district RTO itself manages the registration of new vehicles. Each district in India has its own RTO, which is in charge of the drivers and vehicle registrations.

CD3456: The last two alphabets and digits of the vehicle’s license plate is unique number which helps to identify the vehicle. If number is unavailable, then alphabets are used to replace the last digit. This guarantees an excess number of codes for all vehicles.

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FAQs

How do I find out owner of two wheeler in India?

You can check owner of two wheeler using VAHAN parivahan portal. It needs to enter vehicle number.

Is there any limit to having vehicles registered in your name?

There is no limit to having vehicles registered in your name.

How do I check vehicle owner details using the chassis number?

You cannot check vehicle owner details using the chassis number alone. It needs to have a chassis number, registration number, or engine number to find vehicle owner details.

Can I find the owner’s full name by number plate?

No, only partial or masked names are shown for privacy reasons.

Can I check old or transferred vehicle details?

Yes, updated RC and transfer status are shown if records are updated.