What Is a CARFAX Canada Vehicle History Report?
A CARFAX Canada Vehicle History Report provides information about a vehicle’s history, including accident records, lien information, registration history, recalls, and other available records. Buyers and sellers can use these reports to better understand a vehicle’s background before completing a transaction.
Formerly known as CARPROOF, CARFAX Canada is one of Canada’s leading providers of vehicle history information.
What Information Does a CARFAX Canada Report Include?
Depending on the report type, information may include:
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Accident and damage history
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Current or previous lien information
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Open safety recalls
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Registration history
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Vehicle branding information
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Stolen vehicle records
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Available U.S. vehicle history records
To obtain a report, you will need the vehicle’s VIN (Vehicle Identification Number).
Reports remain valid for six months from the date they are issued.
Why Use a CARFAX Canada Report?
Vehicle history reports can help buyers and sellers make more informed decisions by providing information that may not be visible during a vehicle inspection.
For Buyers
A report can help you:
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Review accident and damage history
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Check for active liens
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Identify open recalls
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Verify registration and ownership history
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Understand a vehicle’s reported background before purchase
For Sellers
Including a CARFAX Canada report in your listing may help provide additional transparency by allowing potential buyers to review the vehicle’s history before contacting you.
Types of CARFAX Canada Reports
Vehicle History Report + Lien Check
This is the most comprehensive report available and may include:
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Accident and damage history
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Registration records
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Stolen vehicle checks
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Available vehicle history records
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Canadian lien search results
Vehicle History Report
This report includes:
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Accident and damage history
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Registration records
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Vehicle branding information
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Available Canadian and U.S. vehicle history records
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Stolen vehicle information
This report does not include lien information.
Sharing Reports With Buyers
When a report is attached to a Kijiji vehicle listing, buyers can view the Vehicle History Report by default.
If you purchased a Vehicle History Report + Lien Check and wish to share the lien information, you may provide that report directly to interested buyers.
CARFAX Canada Badges on Kijiji
Certain vehicle listings may display CARFAX Canada badges when the vehicle meets eligibility requirements determined by CARFAX Canada.
These badges are currently displayed on Kijiji’s desktop website.
No Reported Accidents
Indicates that CARFAX Canada has no reported damage records for the vehicle, including available insurance claims, police reports, or repair records.
One Owner
Indicates that the vehicle has had a single registered owner and has been registered as a personal or personal lease vehicle.
Top Condition
Indicates that the vehicle meets eligibility criteria associated with manufacturer Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) programs and CARFAX Canada requirements.
Low Kilometers
Indicates that the vehicle averages fewer than 18,000 kilometres driven per year.
Key Takeaway
A CARFAX Canada report can provide valuable information about a vehicle’s history before buying or selling. Reviewing available records, ownership history, accidents, recalls, and liens can help buyers and sellers make more informed decisions and complete transactions with greater confidence.