When is the inspection due?
Want to know if a vehicle has been inspected or when the next inspection is due? A license plate search tells you when the car was last inspected and when it needs to be inspected next.
Text the plate number to 16500
SMS price: €3.90
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Source: Transport register, Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom
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Full details
In addition to the basic and history details, full details include extensive technical data: dimensions, engine, fuel consumption and safety equipment.
Inspection history
Besides the current owner and latest inspection, the history shows previous owners as well as inspection and odometer history.
Owner details
If your search finds a match, a follow-up message gets you the phone number and address of the vehicle's owner or holder.
How the vehicle search works
Type the plate number in a text message, for example:
- Basic details: ABC-123
- History: T2 ABC-123
- Full details: T3 ABC-123
Send the message to 16500. Price per successful search:
- Basic details: €3.90
- History: €3.90
- Full details: €5.90
You'll get a link to the result in a reply message. The link is valid for 24 hours.
If your search found a result, a follow-up message gets you the owner's or holder's contact details. Price: €1.50.
When does my car need to be inspected?
Find out your car's next inspection date by texting the plate number to 16500. You'll get an answer in under a minute, without signing in or using apps.
License plate search tells you when the car's next periodic inspection is due and when it was last inspected. You also get the registration certificate, insurance details and any restrictions.
Missed your inspection date?
If you've forgotten your inspection date, SMS search gives you a quick answer.
Besides your own car, you can easily check the inspection details for a loved one or friend. Just text the plate number to 16500 and get the answer immediately.
Is the car inspected and insured?
When you want to check a car's inspection details and roadworthiness, a license plate search is the fastest way to see its valid insurance and taxes.
Whether you're checking your own car, a friend's, a family member's or one for sale – just text the plate number to 16500.
Car background and encumbrances
Thinking about buying a car, or want to check your own car's status?
Try the full vehicle details search to see previous owners, inspection and odometer history, technical data and any pending restrictions. Text T3 plate number to 16500.
Frequently asked questions
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