Who is authorized to perform a VIN Verification?

Authorization (DMV REG 31 form) is granted to California DMV employees, CHP officers, peace officers, and California Licensed Vehicle Verifiers.

What types of vehicles cannot be checked by a private verifier?

Only the DMV or CHP is authorized for Salvage or Junked vehicles, vehicles imported from other countries (Grey Market), and armored cars.

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About VIN Verifications

Everything you need to know about the DMV REG 31 process — what it is, who can perform it, and how to get it done without the hassle.

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Understanding VIN Verifications

The essentials every vehicle owner should know about the California DMV's verification process.

What is a VIN Verification?

A physical inspection required by the California DMV to confirm the Vehicle Identification Number on your vehicle matches your ownership documents (title or registration). This prevents fraud and is required before the DMV will issue California registration.

Who is Authorized?

The DMV REG 31 form can only be signed by: DMV employees, CHP or Peace Officers, and Licensed Vehicle Verifiers (LVV) like us. We hold an active California license to perform verifications at your home or office.

What We Can Verify

We handle the vast majority of standard registration scenarios for the California DMV.

Scenarios

Out-of-State Transfers

No Record (Fell out of system)

VIN Corrections

Non-Operational Vehicles

Vehicles

Cars, Trucks & SUVs

Commercial Rigs & Trailers

Motorcycles & OHVs

Motorhomes

What We Cannot Verify

Private verifiers are prohibited from verifying:

Salvaged or Junked Vehicles
Grey Market (Imported) Vehicles
Armored Cars
Motorcycles with engine changes or last registered in California but no longer appear in the CA DMV database

These must be verified by the CHP or DMV directly.

DMV vs. Private Verifier

The DMV performs verifications for free, but you'll need to tow or drive the vehicle there and wait in line. Private Verifiers like us charge a travel fee for the convenience of coming to your location with fast turnaround.

DMV

Free, but long waits

Private (Like Us)

Mobile & same-day or next-day service

Common Scenarios

When Do You Need One?

Two of the most common situations where the DMV requires a REG 31 verification.

01 New to California

Out-of-state Vehicles

If you purchased a vehicle from another state or recently moved here with your vehicle, California requires a physical VIN verification before issuing a title.

The Solution

We travel to your location, verify the title or registration document against the VIN plate and factory labels, and complete the REG 31 form on the spot.

02 DMV Record Lost

"No Record Found" at the DMV?

This happens when registration lapses for several years and the DMV's system drops the active record. To reactivate, they treat it like a brand-new entry.

The Fix

A standard VIN verification (REG 31) restores your vehicle's history. We verify your documents against the physical VIN and submit the form so the DMV can re-enter the record. This does not apply to vehicles that were registered out of state after being registered in California.