Enter any Nevada license plate number and get the VIN, title status, accident history, and market value in under 30 seconds
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A Nevada license plate lookup instantly helps retrieve the VIN and vehicle history information, including accidents, liens, titles, and more.
Plate-to-VIN Match
EpicVIN instantly resolves a Nevada 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 Nevada vehicles, surfacing title brands, registration events, theft/salvage activity, and emissions history.
Vehicle History Report
Get a quick snapshot for Nevada vehicles: accidents/damage, title status, mileage readings (incl. emissions 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); the following data varies by source and coverage. 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. Under the DPPA and applicable state privacy law, results are for vehicle information only - not for FCRA-regulated credit, employment, tenant, or eligibility decisions.
A Nevada license plate lookup uses the tag number to query public vehicle records. Enter the plate and select Nevada; EpicVIN resolves the VIN and compiles the record from NMVTIS and partner sources (including emissions history where available).
Works with standard, personalized, and legacy Nevada plates; temporary tags may not return a VIN until registered.
Year 2020
Make ACURA
Model ILX
Fuel Type Gasoline
Engine 2.4L In-Line K24V7
Made in USA
| Indicator | Nevada | Potential Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Accidents/Damage | 406 traffic fatalities (2023) | Hidden damage, reduced safety, and resale value. |
| Theft | High theft incidence (~18,400 cases in 2023) | Elevated theft risk; possible loss/confiscation and insurance complications. |
| Salvage/Rebuilt Titles | No statewide 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 | Many open recalls - ~19.87% (2022) | Unresolved safety defects; increased accident risk until fixed. |
| Emissions/Smog Patterns | Emissions/Smog Patterns failures - 39,580 failed - ~2.42% (2024) | Engine/emissions issues; costly repairs and registration delays. |
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles can release a vehicle record by mail/online for permitted purposes (IR-002 package); it’s formal and largely registration-focused. For most buyers, starting with a quick vin check is a practical way to identify potential red flags before pursuing official records. EpicVIN delivers an instant, multi-source vehicle history (NMVTIS title/brand/lien), useful for pre-purchase checks (DPPA-compliant; not a CRA under the FCRA).
Trust but verify - use NHTSA’s recall lookup to corroborate key alerts before you decide.Alex Black, CMO & auto expert, EpicVIN
In Nevada, license plate costs are part of overall vehicle registration, which varies by vehicle weight, location, and program choices. Key resources, including required documents and online tools, live on the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles Registration (https://dmv.nv.gov/registrationmain.htm) page and the DMV Forms & Publications library (https://dmv.nv.gov/dmvforms.htm) page.
Are two plates required in NV? Yes - most vehicles must display both front and rear license plates; motorcycles and trailers display a single rear plate.
Fines for missing plates are handled as equipment violations and vary by court/jurisdiction.
| Plate type/Action | One-time plate fee | Where to obtain | Form/official link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard passenger plates (new issue) | $12 per set | DMV office/County Assessor | DMV - Damaged, Lost, or Stolen Plates |
| Vanity (personalized) plates | $96 initial | Online (DMV app)/DMV office | DMV - Personalized Plates |
| Classic/Antique background (sequential) | $36 initial | DMV office | DMV - Classic Vehicle |
| Specialty background plates (charitable/veteran/wildlife) | $61–$96 initial | Online (where eligible)/DMV office | DMV - Charitable & Collegiate Plates |
| Circa 1982 Replica | Sequential - $26 initial; personalized - $61 initial/$20 renewal. | Mail/DMV office | Form SP-45 - Circa 1982 Replica |
| Replacement plates - regular (standard set) | $26 | DMV office | Form SP-09 - Replacement Plates |
| Temporary movement permit (non-registered vehicle) | $1 (30 days) | Online (MyDMV) | DMV - Movement Permits |
- Municipal/county components may apply; amounts above exclude registration & additional fees. See the Nevada DMV website for full registration taxes and plate cost recovery.
- Some programs use ongoing annual contributions (e.g., charitable plates) - those are not listed here as one-time taxes; see plate pages for renewal amounts.
- Totals can vary depending on vehicle weight/class and location.
- Fees verified: Sep 2025.
EpicVIN complies with the DPPA and NRS 481.063; 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.
Nevada
MT2A3M
2021 BMW 230
Nevada
0164E6
2008 GMC SIERRA
Nevada
AL7B8Z
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLB-CLASS
Nevada
911C94
2013 DODGE DURANGO
Nevada
5334D8
1996 FORD CROWN VICTORIA
Nevada
540Y00
2023 TOYOTA CAMRY
Nevada
HW2A9T
2024 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Nevada
99J738
2024 TOYOTA COROLLA
Nevada
8872B2
2025 TOYOTA CAMRY
Double-check the entry (0 vs O, I vs 1) and make sure Nevada 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. DPPA and Nevada law protect personal data. Reports provide vehicle history report details like title history, recalls, and accident records.
Yes - where available, you’ll see the history, lien records, and ownership history indicators tied to the VIN, not personal identity.
Most vehicles must display front and rear license plates; motorcycles and trailers use a single rear plate per Nevada law (NRS 482.275).
Yes. Motorcycle plates are supported; results depend on DMV records and partner Database coverage.
If a plate or vehicle is reported stolen, results may be limited; contact law enforcement or law enforcement agencies and verify via NICB.
Traffic violations tied to a person typically aren’t in a vehicle history report. EpicVIN focuses on the vehicle (title brands, registration history, vehicle identification).
Use the Nevada DMV website’s plate finder to check vanity plate availability and rules for character combinations. Avoid disallowed content or any direct or indirect reference to restricted topics.
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