Enter any Arkansas license plate number and get the VIN, title status, accident history, and market value in under 30 seconds
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Here is there you’ll find it:
An Arkansas license plate lookup allows you to quickly obtain a vehicle's history using its license plate number (verify the VIN, mileage, accidents, etc.).
Plate-to-VIN Match
EpicVIN instantly resolves an Arkansas plate to the vehicle’s 17-character vehicle identification number - no manual VIN decoding required.
Instant Check
We cross-check NMVTIS and trusted partner records for Arkansas vehicles, surfacing title history, registration events, theft/salvage activity, and inspection history.
Vehicle History Report
Get a quick snapshot for Arkansas vehicles: review the car's history with accidents/damage, title status, mileage readings (incl. inspection results where available), and open recalls - without exposing personal owner details.
Expect to see the VIN, basic vehicle specs, and any reported incidents (e.g., accident history, salvage title records, or recalls). Private owner details are not included, keeping the process legal and privacy-safe.
Reports do not include the owner’s name or address, live ALPR location, or driver’s license or insurance numbers. Under the DPPA and applicable state privacy law, results are limited to vehicle data. They’re informational only - not for FCRA-regulated (Fair Credit Reporting Act) decisions.
An Arkansas license plate check uses the tag number to query public vehicle records. Enter the license plate and select Arkansas; EpicVIN resolves the VIN and compiles the record from NMVTIS and partner sources (including maintenance history where available).
Works with standard, personalized, and legacy Arkansas plates; for old (pre-1981 VIN) vehicles, coverage is limited. Temporary tags may not return a VIN until registered.
Year 1999
Make MERCURY
Model Cougar
Fuel Type Gasoline
Engine 2.5L V-Shaped
Made in USA
| Indicator | Arkansas | Potential Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Accidents/Damage | ≈596 traffic deaths in 2023 | Hidden damage, reduced safety, and resale value. |
| Theft | Moderate theft incidence (≈10,000 in 2023) | Elevated theft risk; possible loss/confiscation and insurance complications. |
| Salvage/Rebuilt Titles | No publicly available data | Serious prior damage; residual defects and safety concerns. |
| Odometer (mileage) | No publicly available data | Mileage fraud risk; overpayment and unexpected repairs. |
| Open Recalls | Many open recalls - ~23.36% (2022) | Unresolved safety defects; increased accident risk until fixed. |
| Inspection/Emissions Patterns | No mandatory technical inspections/emission tests for passenger cars (excluding special categories) | Engine/emissions issues; costly repairs and registration delays. |
The Arkansas DMV - DFA Office of Motor Vehicles (the state's Department of Finance and Administration) - can release a registration record by request, but it’s slower and registration-focused; EpicVIN provides an instant, multi-source vin check report (NMVTIS title/brand/lien) useful for pre-purchase vehicle information checks.
Double-check the big stuff - use NHTSA’s recall lookup to validate any red flags before you buy.Alex Black, CMO & auto expert, EpicVIN
In Arkansas, license plate costs are part of overall vehicle registration handled by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) - Office of Motor Vehicles. Key resources: Registration Fee Schedule (https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/mv-reg-fees.pdf) page and Motor Vehicle Forms (https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/office/motor-vehicle/motor-vehicle-forms/) page (both mention the main Arkansas license plate laws).
Are two plates required in AR? No. Arkansas issues one license plate (rear only) for most passenger vehicles; motorcycles and trailers also display a single rear plate.
Fines: Late registration penalty: $3.00 for each 10-day period or fraction; failure to register while driving (additional penalty upon conviction): $50-$100 for the first offense (mandatory minimum $50), and $100-$250 for second and subsequent offenses (mandatory minimum $100); operating without displayed plates: a misdemeanor; courts may impose fines under Arkansas general misdemeanor limits.
| Plate type/Action | One-time plate fee | Where to obtain | Form/official link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard passenger plates (new issue) | N/A (no separate one-time manufacturing fee; pay registration & decal) | DFA Revenue Office/Online | Registration Fee Schedule - DFA |
| Replacement plates - regular (swap to special background) | $1.00 (tag replacement fee) | Specialty Plate Office/Revenue Office | Fraternity/Sorority plate instructions (fee table) |
| Replacement plates - special plate (lost/damaged) | $10.00 (special plate replacement) | Specialty Plate Office | Act text showing $10 replacement |
| Personalized (vanity) - replacement by mail | $11.50 (postage noted on the DFA form) | Specialty Plate Office | Replacement of Personalized Plate - DFA form |
| Temporary registration/Temporary paper tag (buyer) | Up to $5.50 per tag (by statute) | DFA/Dealer per program | Ark. Code §27-14-1705 (buyer’s tag fee) |
- County/registration components may apply; amounts above exclude annual registration and taxes.
- Many specialty designs add annual contributions (e.g., $25 + $10 admin) not shown here; see each DFA plate page/form.
- Fees verified: Sep 2025.
EpicVIN complies with the DPPA and Arkansas Code § 27-14-412 (Act 581 of 2025); we do not sell vehicle owners' personal data (only de-identified vehicle data). We do not provide the owner's name, address, or contact information - this is prohibited.
Arkansas
ANX35V
2011 HONDA ACCORD
Arkansas
BCG79H
2009 NISSAN MURANO
Arkansas
BEH14Z
2006 FORD F-150
Arkansas
GFDJFV
2019 TOYOTA TACOMA
Arkansas
AYB13R
2016 MAZDA MAZDA6
Arkansas
BGG59X
2016 BUICK ENCORE
Arkansas
BIR38K
2020 BUICK ENVISION
Arkansas
BFL31B
2001 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER
Arkansas
BJJ03I
2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
Double-check the entry (0 vs O, I vs 1) and make sure Arkansas is selected. Very new or temporary tag(s) may not be linked yet - try later or use the VIN. You can contact our support via chat or email.
Temporary tag(s) and freshly issued plates often aren’t in statewide official databases yet. Ask the seller for the VIN or retry in a few days.
Yes. We don’t notify anyone about your lookup, and we don’t display owner PII. Results focus on vehicle data, not personal identity.
No - most passenger vehicles display a single rear plate. Motorcycles and trailers also use rear-only plates. Always follow current DFA guidance when mounting your plate and decal.
Standard, personalized, and many specialty designs generally work. Very new issues or temporary paper tags may not resolve to a VIN until fully registered.
Yes. You can request and check availability for personalized messages through DFA; availability changes quickly, and final approval follows content and formatting rules.
Typically, proof of insurance, title or title application, taxes assessed/paid receipt, and a valid ID. County-specific requirements may apply - have your paperwork ready before visiting a Revenue Office.
Standard plates issued in person are usually provided at registration. Personalized and specialty plates are manufactured and mailed; delivery timelines vary based on production and mail times.
Often, yes, within the same owner. You must update the registration, pay applicable fees, and bring your current plate and supporting documents to a DFA Revenue Office.
Submit a replacement request with the DFA and pay the required fee. If stolen, consider filing a police report; keep your receipt or temporary proof until the replacement arrives.
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