Start with the official registration check
Access Canberra's registration enquiry accepts an ACT plate number. Use the official service to confirm the registration details it returns.
Open Access Canberra registration check. RegoCheck is an independent commercial service; this link takes you to the government service.
A practical ACT buying checklist
Confirm the registration
Use the official Access Canberra service for the latest registration information available there.
Match the vehicle
Compare the plate, VIN and vehicle description with the seller's paperwork and the car itself.
Review the report
Read the returned records and any unavailable sections before making a decision.
Inspect the condition
Arrange an independent inspection and review service documents as well as database records.
What to watch for in Australian Capital Territory
A car being sold in Canberra may still have NSW or another state's plates. Select the state or territory on the plate, then confirm the vehicle details before continuing.