Enter any Tennessee license plate number and get the VIN, title status, accident history, and market value in under 30 seconds
Looking for the VIN?
Here is there you’ll find it:
A Tennessee license plate lookup is an online search that uses a vehicle’s plate number to retrieve its VIN and history, including title status, accidents, and recalls.
Plate-to-VIN Match
EpicVIN instantly resolves a Tennessee plate to the vehicle’s 17-character identifier - no manual VIN decoding required, supporting license plate-to-VIN needs.
Instant Check
We cross-check NMVTIS and trusted partner records for Tennessee vehicles, surfacing title brands, registration events, theft/salvage activity, and inspection history - useful for a quick Tennessee license plate search with detailed information.
Vehicle History Report
Get a quick snapshot for Tennessee vehicles: accidents/damage, title status, mileage readings (incl. inspection results where available), and open recalls - without exposing personal owner details.
Expect to see the 17-character identifier, basic vehicle specs, and any reported incidents (e.g., accidents, salvage titles, or recalls). Private personal 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 DPPA and applicable Tennessee privacy law, results are for informational purposes only - not for decisions regulated by the FCRA (Fair Credit Reporting Act).
A Tennessee license plate lookup uses the tag number to query public vehicle records. Enter the plate and select Tennessee; EpicVIN compiles records from NMVTIS and partner sources (including inspection history where available) in the Volunteer State.
Works with standard, specialty plates, and personalized plates; temporary tags may not return a match until issued in Tennessee systems. Optional tools like a plate finder or license plate tracker can alert you to recall or market value changes (non-PII). Results are subject to record availability.
Year 1992
Make NISSAN
Model 240SX
Fuel Type Gasoline
Engine 2.4L
Made in JAPAN
| Indicator | Tennessee (2024) | Potential Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Accidents/Damage | ≈178,154 cases in 2023 | Hidden damage, reduced safety, and resale value. |
| Theft | High theft incidence (thousands of cases in 2024) | Elevated theft risk; possible loss/confiscation and insurance complications. |
| Salvage/Rebuilt Titles | ≈1 in 8 - salvage/rebuilt - ~12% | Serious prior damage; residual defects and safety concerns. |
| Odometer (mileage) | Odometer anomalies - ~1.3% (≈90,000 vehicles) | Mileage fraud risk; overpayment and unexpected repairs. |
| Open Recalls | Many open recalls - ~17% (≈1,180,000 vehicles) | Unresolved safety defects; increased accident risk until fixed. |
| Inspection/Emissions Patterns | Inspection/Emissions Patterns failures - not applicable since 2022 | Engine/emissions issues; costly repairs and registration delays. |
The Tennessee Department of Revenue can release a vehicle record by form or via permitted online services, but it’s slower and largely registration-only. EpicVIN provides an instant, multi-source vehicle history (NMVTIS title/brand/lien indicators) for pre-purchase checks - ideal when you need a fast Tennessee license plate lookup before you buy.
Trust but verify: run a quick Tennessee plate lookup, then confirm recalls at NHTSA and check theft/salvage with NICB before you commit.Alex Black, CMO & auto expert, EpicVIN
In Tennessee, license plate costs are part of your total registration handled through your county clerk, with many tasks offered via online services on the Tennessee Department of Revenue website. The overview covers plate types, forms, as well as how to navigate the process and renew tags online. Find the title registration forms (https://www.tn.gov/revenue/title-and-registration/forms.html) and office locations via the county clerks (https://www.tn.gov/revenue/title-and-registration/county-clerks-locations.html).
Are two plates required in Tennessee? No - Tennessee generally issues a single rear plate for most passenger vehicles; motorcycles also display a single plate. (Always follow current license plate laws and regulations).
Improper plate display or unreadable/covered plate: Class C misdemeanor; first violation may be satisfied by a $10 fine, second/subsequent $20 (plus court handling), per §55-4-110.
| Plate type/Action | One-time plate fee | Where to obtain | Form/official link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replacement license plates (lost/stolen/damaged) | $10 | County Clerk | Application for Duplicate/Replacement Plate (F-1315301) |
| Temporary Operation Permit (non-commercial) | $10 | County Clerk | Temporary Tags - overview |
| Duplicate registration certificate | $3 | County Clerk/mail | Duplicate Registration - instructions |
| Specialty plate issuance handling (per issuance) | $1 | County Clerk | T.C.A. § 55-4-202 handling fee (summary) |
- County/municipal components may apply; amounts above exclude annual registration and taxes.
- Some programs rely on annual contributions (e.g., specialty plates); those recurring amounts aren’t shown in this one-time fee table.
- Fees verified: Sep 2025.
- Amounts can vary by county or transaction; see the official pages linked above.
EpicVIN complies with the DPPA and the Tennessee Uniform Motor Vehicle Records Disclosure Act; 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.
Tennessee
392BQTV
2023 TOYOTA CAMRY
Tennessee
538BMST
2024 NISSAN SENTRA
Tennessee
700BQLK
2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
Tennessee
02012PD
2021 FORD ESCAPE
Tennessee
436BHVK
2007 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER
Tennessee
EGGG
2017 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI
Tennessee
EGGGG
2015 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
Tennessee
837BLLY
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS
Tennessee
819BGWD
1994 VOLVO 850 SERIES
Double-check the entry (0 vs O, I vs 1) and make sure Tennessee is selected. Very new or temporary tags may not be linked yet - try later or use the car's unique sequence. You can reach our support via chat or email. We update data regularly; very recent changes can take time to appear.
Temporary tags and freshly issued plates often aren’t in statewide Databases yet. Ask the seller for the sequence 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.
We offer privacy-safe vehicle owner lookup signals only - no names or addresses in reports.
Some records are still syncing; fuller details may appear once the report is ready.
Yes - enter the characters exactly; finder tools can help verify vanity plate availability.
A license plate tracker can alert you to recall or market shifts tied to a plate number search.
Stop the buying process and verify with law enforcement and the NHTSA prior to purchase.
It could be a typo or a swapped plate; re-enter the plate number and compare identifiers carefully.
Yes - use the Tennessee website to explore personalized license plates and character rules, then click through to apply.
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