Anyone in Tennessee with an internet connection and a smartphone or computer can lookup license plate information with online public record websites. These resources give people access to vehicle related information on the fly from any device. The process of using this tool is simple. First, enter the full TN license plate number into the search form. Next, select an acceptable reason to perform your plate search, only certain reasons are allowed to access specific vehicle information such as Tennessee vehicle owner information, according to the state’s driver privacy laws. Then after you’ve successfully completed those couple of steps you can access vehicle information such as owner info, vehicle history reports, title checks, vital vehicle statistics and more. It’s important to note that most online public record resources offer vehicle information for research and verification purposes only.
There are a lot of reasons people want to lookup vehicle information in Tennessee. It can be a person researching a used car they want to buy, a person that wants to know the title status of a car, and the list goes on. The most popular reason people want to lookup a Tennessee vehicle record is when they want to know more about a used car they want to buy. With a VIN check or TN license plate search a person can obtain the information necessary to make an educated decision about a used car, especially if not all the details or history of the vehicle were disclosed by the seller. Important questions can be answered discretely by the potential buyer such as, is the vehicle title clean or salvaged or junked, or if there were any major accidents or safety issues. A quick Tennessee vehicle record search answer all those questions and it can be done on the fly with any device. Here are some of the top vehicle record searches people perform in the state:
To run a search, you’ll need the license plate number. You might also need the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in some instances, especially when accessing detailed vehicle history reports. Personal information such as Tennessee vehicle owner details may be limited to only certain entities being able to resource this information. Please read through the DPPA before attempting to access any personal information.
Tennessee began the process of making automobile owners have visible license plates in 1905 however, it wasn’t for another ten years that the state issued them. From 1905-1910 automobile owners were required to provide their own. The original TN plates were a dark blue with embossed white numbers on them and today there are a multitude of TN plates that come in all different designs and colors, such as the modern Tennessee license plate design, titled “Tennessee Treasures“. This was introduced in 2021 and features various iconic symbols of the state, including the state tree (Tulip Poplar), state flower (Iris), state bird (Mockingbird), and an outline of the state itself.
While license plate checks are beneficial, they can also raise privacy concerns. The state of Tennessee states that unrestricted access to vehicle history might lead to misuse of personal information. In response, agencies have implemented measures to protect personal data, such as redacting sensitive information which is aligned with the federal DPPA.
Please be advised that the information accessed through SearchQuarry.com searches may not always be accurate or current, as we neither generate nor authenticate the data provided via our service. The reliability and precision of information are primarily contingent upon diverse public sources from which data is compiled. By utilizing SearchQuarry.com, you acknowledge your acceptance of the terms delineated in the SearchQuarry.com terms of service and our privacy policies. Information acquired via SearchQuarry.com must not be utilized for unlawful purposes such as stalking or harassing individuals, or scrutinizing public figures or celebrities. Individuals who contravene these directives may be subject to both civil and criminal legal proceedings and sanctions. It is explicitly stated that SearchQuarry.com does not function as a "consumer reporting agency" as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act ("FCRA"), and therefore, does not furnish "consumer reports" pursuant to the FCRA. SearchQuarry.com strictly prohibits the utilization of information garnered from search results (a) for discriminatory practices against any consumer; (b) for assessing a consumer's eligibility for personal credit, insurance, employment, housing, or government licenses or benefits; or (c) in any other manner that may impact a consumer's economic or financial status or standing.
This TN car license plate #, seems to be just the type of vehicle I have been looking to buy. I don’t know the owner but I want to make a good reasonable offer. I also need to make sure it is not a lemon.
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Jett, your best option would be to have the owner apply for a duplicate title for the motorhome so that you will be able to transfer it without any hassle. It can be complicated to buy a motorhome in Tennessee without a title. It’s a simple process if he goes to the Tennessee Department of Revenue website.
I want to buy this motor home but the owner never registered it now he can’t find the title
Scott, you may want to contact the Tennessee DMV to discuss this or perhaps legal counsel since this sounds like it could be a situation where someone might have a fake license plate that you’re getting in trouble for so that you can have your parking violation removed.
I have received a parking violation from a parking company in Nashville. I’ve never been to the parking facility. The picture of the violator is a completely different vehicle than mine but the Tennessee standard plate has the same number as my ‘American Eagle Foundation’ plate.
The parking company refuses to dismiss the ticket and associated fines. Just trying to find the legit owner of this SUV.
My tag is registered to a older model pickup. Thank you for any help.
John, we only allow certain reasons, as outlined in our terms of service and according to the PA state privacy laws. You must first read through this to verify if your reason is within the guidelines provided for you in our Tennessee vehicle record resources
As an HOA board of directors’ member, I get many complaints of vehicles parking on our public streets. Our city codes and our covenants allow only 4 vehicles per single family dwelling….some have as many as seven. I would like to run the tags to determine the registered address of the owner to determine if the vehicle belongs to a household member or a person who rents a room. Do you provide such service?
thank you
Brian, unfortunately our Tennessee license plate lookup resources only work on vehicles that were manufactured in the last 30 years. You will need to contact your local motor vehicle department to inquire about your question
I found an old picture of an individual leaning against an old car (40s?) with the license plate of the car in view. We have tried to identify the individual but no luck so far. The license plate # is 55-791. The ’55’ identifies it as a car registered in Smith County, TN at the time.
Is it possible to ID the car owner from the license plate to possibly identify the person in the picture?
Thanks.
Beth it is unclear how we can assist you with this Tennessee license plate lookup? It sounds like you should leave this matter to the police as it can be potentially very dangerous. Please reach out if we can assist you with a public record search in the future.
I know someone who is selling drugs from her home. She has moved from the address I have in my phone book. I know for a fact she smokes marijuana in her car and she is transporting drugs from Columbia to to Nashville and the surrounding areas. She has two children and I worry about their safety. I want to give as much information to the police as possible and I don’t know if the license plate number will help track her down more quickly.
Christopher, how exactly can we assist you with your Tennessee license plate lookup? If you are concerned about someone stalking you then you might want to reach out to the police and report this SUV and it’s TN license plate number to them so they can follow up
The SUV has been watching my house
Our VIN check resources need 17 digits, which is standard on newer vehicles, in order to decode the VIN and give you any Tennessee license plate or vehicle information. That being said, there are other resources you might want to reach out to such as Carfax that can decode older VIN numbers
Can someone help me with vin number D7fh394307 . I have a copy of a Tennessee title with this vin number and title number 28870682 and control number 2883531. The date of issue was 03-11-82 in Hendersonville, Tn. It has Conway Twitty’s name on the title. Can you please verify this for me.
Thank you, Terry
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Tennessee Personalized License Plates
1. Fill out Tennessee personalized license plate form
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What is the specific number of digits and or letters in a TN license plate? I just moved from CA and see different kind of plates. Im getting a new car in about a month and wanted a personalized license plate. In california the plates have 7 spaces to personalize a license plate. Is there an option like that here in TN? If so how many spaces on the license plate..?
Hard to get a hold of the DMV. I call and wait for 40 minutes until they just hang up, so i call over and over again..
Hello Kenneth,
If you have the Tennessee license plate number or VIN number we can assist you with a license plate lookup. Unfortunately we cannot locate a vehicle by your name. The other option is to contact the Tennessee Department of Revenue ( Motor Vehicle Department ). Please let us know if we can be of additional assistance to you.
https://www.tn.gov/revenue/section/title-and-registration
Best Regards,
The Search Quarry Team
Hunting number on a car I owner took it thru Panamanian canal on a navy ship I believe it in Florida
Hello Scott,
We don’t offer these types of services however I did some research for you and found what you are looking for. I have included a link below for you to apply for the “Donate Life” license plate in Tennessee. Please reach out if there are any other Tennessee license plate number questions we can answer for you.
http://donatelifetnplate.org/
Best Regards,
The Search Quarry Team