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CARFAX: Check Any Used Car Before You Buy

The CARFAX Report gives you an independent view of the vehicle’s history, helping you make a more informed buying decision. Get 25%* off for a limited time now!

  • Check for reported accidents and damage.
  • Verify the mileage.
  • See the ownership history.
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What is CARFAX?

CARFAX pioneered vehicle history reporting and created the original used car history check. CARFAX Reports are now also available for vehicles in Germany.

If a listing includes a link to a CARFAX Report, you can access an independent online report about that vehicle’s history. This gives you more information and greater peace of mind when buying a used car.

In short, mobile.de shows you the car that’s for sale today. CARFAX helps you understand where it’s been.

What information does the CARFAX Report provide?

Mileage

Want to verify the mileage? Compare it with the mileage readings reported in the CARFAX Report.

Accident & damage records

Which accidents have been documented? What damage has been reported? What repairs are on record?

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Import History

Where has the car been? CARFAX shows you reported events from across Europe and North America.

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Features in Detail

What's really included? CARFAX shows you the vehicle's original equipment and list price.

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Where does the information come from?

A history report is only as reliable as its sources. That’s why CARFAX draws on thousands of trusted data providers, rather than relying on a single database. These sources include:

  • Government agencies
  • Service and repair shops
  • Vehicle manufacturers
  • Automotive associations
  • Digital service and software providers

How do you get your CARFAX report?

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1. Find your car

Found a vehicle you’re interested in? Learn more about its history before you buy.

2. Start your check

On the vehicle listing, go to “Additional services” and click “Start vehicle check.”

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3. Get your report

You’ll be taken directly to CARFAX, where you can request a report for the vehicle.

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4. Secure your discount

Enter the code MOBILE25 at checkout and get 25%* off your CARFAX Report.

Current listings with a CARFAX report

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What to expect in a CARFAX report

It all starts with the vehicle identification number (VIN). CARFAX uses the historical and technical information associated with the VIN to generate a report with relevant details about the vehicle you’re interested in, giving you insight into its past.

A CARFAX Report is a valuable tool to help you make a more informed decision when buying a used car, whether you’re a private buyer or a professional dealer.

What is in the CARFAX report?

Mileage

Mileage readings have increased consistently over time.

No issue ✅

Accident damage

A front-end collision was reported in 2023.

Record found❗

Import

Originally registered outside of Germany.

Important to know ⚠️

Maintenance

Service record: Next recommended inspection

Recommendation ☝️

Equipment

Factory equipment matches the listing.

Confirmed ✅

Frequently asked questions about CARFAX

* Use promo code MOBILE25 during the promotional period, October 1 through November 14, 2026, to get 25% off the regular price of CARFAX packages for individual consumers.

Promotional Terms and Conditions

This offer is available only to individual consumers, as defined in Section 13 of the German Civil Code (BGB), and may be redeemed only during the promotional period at the final step of checkout in the CARFAX online shop at carfax.eu/de. The discount is not redeemable for cash. The CARFAX online shop’s General Terms and Conditions for consumers also apply.

Purchased credits are valid for four (4) years from the date of purchase. The information in a CARFAX Report depends on the vehicle and the data available to CARFAX. CARFAX data is not available for every vehicle. Despite careful review, some information may be incomplete, inaccurate, or outdated, and certain events may not be included in the Report.

A CARFAX Report is an additional source of information when buying a used car. It does not replace inspecting the vehicle in person, taking it for a test drive, or having it inspected by a qualified professional. It does not make any representation about the vehicle’s current technical condition or any specific characteristics.