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VIN check BMW: history, mileage and damage

Buying a used BMW? Check the car's history by VIN (chassis number): the mileage history, damage and accidents, theft, leasing and photos, all in seconds.

Typical import origin: Germany

What you check on a BMW by VIN

Mileage history

We compare odometer readings across Europe and flag drops that may point to tampering.

Damage & accidents

See where and when the car was hit and the estimated repair cost.

Theft, leasing & lien

Check whether the vehicle is stolen, pledged or still on active leasing.

Listing photos

Images from previous listings to see the real condition over time.

Equipment & specs

Engine, power, gearbox, factory equipment and the correct year.

Owners & usage

Whether it shows up as a taxi in the registers checked and, where the sources hold the data, how many owners it had.

Visual proof

What you see in the report

The mileage chart from the report: every odometer reading recorded over time. A sudden drop is automatically flagged as possible tampering.

Illustrative example chart, it does not represent a specific vehicle.

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Why check before buying

BMWs, especially the 3 Series and 5 Series, are sought-after used cars, and damage in their history doesn't always show on a simple inspection. See the hidden accidents and repairs before buying.

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Frequently checked BMW models

The check works for any model with a valid VIN.

BMW Seria 3
BMW Seria 5
BMW X5
BMW Seria 1
BMW X3
BMW Seria 4

Chassis number

What a BMW VIN looks like

The first three characters of a VIN identify the manufacturer. On a BMW you will usually see the ones below.

WBABMW passenger cars
WBSBMW M models
WBYelectric BMW i models (i3, i8)
5UXSUVs sold in North America (X3, X5, X6); you see it on cars imported from the US

The first two characters point to the manufacturer's country, not necessarily to the plant the car left. The list is not complete: the same brand uses other codes too, mostly for cars built outside Europe. If the VIN in the papers starts differently than you expect, compare it with the one on the body before you buy.

See what each character means

Frequently asked questions

How do I check a BMW's history by VIN?

Enter the 17-character VIN from the registration, windshield or body. We show you for free whether we hold data for that VIN, then you generate the full report with mileage, damage and history for that BMW.

Can I check a BMW's mileage history?

Yes. We compare odometer readings recorded over time from several European sources and flag drops that may mean the dashboard was rolled back.

How much is a BMW report?

The full report starts at 17.90 €, one-time payment, no subscription. Checking data availability for a VIN is free.

Does the check work for an imported BMW?

Yes. We cover vehicles from 32 countries, exactly the imports from Germany, France or Italy.

What does a BMW VIN start with?

Usually with WBA, WBS, WBY, 5UX. The first three characters identify the manufacturer, so one brand can have several codes, depending on the type of car and where it was built.