Enter any Kentucky 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:
A Kentucky license plate lookup helps obtain a vehicle's VIN and history (registration status, accidents, liens, etc.) from public databases.
Plate-to-VIN Match
EpicVIN instantly resolves a license plate in Kentucky 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 Kentucky vehicles, surfacing title brands, registration events, theft/salvage activity, and inspection history.
Vehicle History Report
Get a quick snapshot for Kentucky vehicles: 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., accidents, salvage titles, or recalls). Private owner details are not included, keeping the process legal and privacy-safe.
Reports don’t reveal the owner’s name or address, live ALPR location, driver’s license, or insurance numbers. The DPPA and applicable state privacy law in Kentucky restrict access; reports are for vehicle information only and not for FCRA-regulated (Fair Credit Reporting Act) credit, employment, or tenant decisions.
A Kentucky license plate lookup uses the tag number to query public vehicle records. Enter the plate and select Kentucky; EpicVIN resolves the VIN and compiles the record from NMVTIS and partner sources (including inspection history where available).
Works with standard, personalized, and specialty Kentucky plates. Temporary tag in Kentucky is valid for 60 days and costs $2 by statute. Very new or temporary tags may not resolve to a VIN yet - use the VIN directly or retry later.
Year 2018
Make NISSAN
Model MICRA
| Indicator | Kentucky | Potential Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Accidents/Damage | ≈117,411 cases (2023) | Hidden damage, reduced safety, and resale value. |
| Theft | High theft incidence (13,535 cases in 2023) | Elevated theft risk; possible loss/confiscation and insurance complications. |
| Salvage/Rebuilt Titles | ~110,000 titles in 2018 (the latest official statistics) | Serious prior damage; residual defects and safety concerns. |
| Odometer (mileage) | No statewide official statistics | Mileage fraud risk; overpayment and unexpected repairs. |
| Open Recalls | No statewide official statistics | Unresolved safety defects; increased accident risk until fixed. |
| Inspection/Emissions Patterns | The Northern Kentucky emissions program was ended in 2005. | Engine/emissions issues; costly repairs and registration delays. |
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet can release a vehicle record for permitted purposes, but it’s slower and registration-focused; EpicVIN provides an instant, multi-source vehicle history (NMVTIS title/brand/lien).
Prefer to double-check? Use NHTSA’s recall lookup to corroborate important findings.Alex Black, CMO & auto expert, EpicVIN
In Kentucky, plate costs are part of your overall vehicle registration, administered by the county clerk’s office under the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Key resources are the Drive KY Vehicle Registration & Renewals page (https://drive.ky.gov/Vehicles/Pages/Vehicle-Registration-Renewals.aspx) and the County Clerks Directory (https://kentuckycountyclerks.com/).
Are two plates required in KY? No. One rear plate for most passenger vehicles registered in the state.
Fines: Improper display/covering or no illumination of the rear plate under KRS 186.170 is a violation; fines are set by KRS 534.040 (up to $250).
| Plate type/Action | One-time plate fee | Where to obtain | Form/official link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanity (personalized) plates - initial order | $43 | County Clerk’s Office | KRS 186.162 - Personalized plates |
| Specialty background plates - initial issue | $28–$53 (varies by group) | County Clerk’s Office | KRS 186.162 - Special plates fee groups |
| Historic vehicle plates - initial issue (two plates) | $56 | County Clerk’s Office | KRS 186.043 - Historic motor vehicles |
| Replacement plate - lost/stolen/damaged | $6 per plate ($3 plate + $3 clerk) | County Clerk’s Office | KRS 186.180 - Duplicate plates |
| Transfer plate/registration to another vehicle | $11 | County Clerk’s Office | Drive KY - Keep Your License Plate |
| Temporary tag (non-commercial, 30-day) | $2 | County Clerk’s Office | Washington County Clerk - Temporary Tag |
- County/municipal components may apply; amounts above exclude registration & taxes.
- Some programs use annual contributions (charity/college backgrounds); we list only one-time issuance/transaction fees here.
- Fees verified: Sep 2025.
EpicVIN complies with the DPPA and 601 KAR 2:020; 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.
Kentucky
F0M490
2007 FORD F-150
Kentucky
9151AL
2018 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
Kentucky
BZD068
2015 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA-CLASS
Kentucky
C3T829
2022 GMC SIERRA
Kentucky
961XAP
2017 HONDA CR-V
Kentucky
P1F505
1998 TOYOTA COROLLA
Kentucky
254YJZ
2015 JEEP CHEROKEE
Kentucky
E8G498
2006 DODGE CARAVAN/GRAND CARAVAN
Kentucky
B8K995
2022 GMC SIERRA LIMITED
Double-check the entry (0 vs O, I vs 1) and make sure Kentucky is selected. Very new or temporary tags may not be linked yet—try later or use the VIN. You can contact our support via chat or email.
Temporary tags and freshly issued plates often aren’t in statewide 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 - the DPPA and the Revised Statutes prohibit access to personal identity; the license plate lookup surfaces vehicle-focused data only.
Yes - plate lookup works for motorcycle license plates, including select specialty and military plates; some layouts allow fewer characters.
Yes. Personalized license plates resolve to the VIN; you’ll see a preview and can buy a comprehensive report for detailed information.
Since Kentucky lets sellers keep plates, run a Kentucky license plate lookup or VIN check to ensure the title history matches the vehicle.
Yes - third-party websites aggregate public records for a license plate search, but they don’t access personal information.
Authorized users with a permitted purpose use official systems; formal copies come from the local office.
Many KY license plates qualify for such renewals; otherwise, motor vehicle licensing happens in person.
No. Results focus on relevant information like accident records, salvage records, liens, vehicle identification number ties, title brands, recalls, and vehicle history - not driver tickets.
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