With VIN number lookup/Vehicle License Plate/Year-Make-Model reports, you don't have to rely solely on the seller's word about a vehicle as your only source of information. BeenVerified Vehicle Search could alert you to any undisclosed issues. Having more insight into a car's potential problems may put you in a better position to negotiate on price and the terms of sale.

If you own a vehicle, running a VIN lookup or License Plate search may provide important alerts to safety recalls and warranty coverage and help you stay on top of vital repairs and maintenance, but being ignorant to those items could potentially put you and your family at risk. You'll also be better equipped to monitor your car's value, so you can better know the right time to sell or trade it.

Having more information could help you make a better decision whether you're buying or selling used cars.