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How do you look up a car by number plate in Denmark?

Technical data is open, the owner is not.

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Short answer

Go to motorregister.skat.dk, choose the tab Køretøjsdetaljer and then Vis køretøj, and enter the registration number, chassis number (stelnummer) or vehicle ID. Without logging in you can see details such as make, model, engine, weight and fuel consumption, and information on inspection, insurance and permits. Who owns the car is only shown if you are yourself registered as its owner or user. Under item 3, Syn, you can also see the next inspection deadline.

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Why

  1. A quick check before buying a used car.
  2. You can see if the inspection is up to date.
  3. Owner data is protected.

Details

To change data or handle your own vehicles, you log in with MitID.

Tip

Compare the chassis number in the register with the one on the car and in the registration certificate before you buy.

What may differ

If the search does not work, you can check the operating status of Motorregistret on skat.dk.

Common misconception

Many think you can find the owner of any car by typing in its plate.

What actually happens

The owner is only visible to people registered as owner or user of that car.

People also ask

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Sources

This answer is for reference only. Traffic rules, fines and fees can change, so check the Danish authorities before you drive.

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