vehicle history listing?

[KSpatz]

Hi, I know I've heard there is some way to check the history of a second hand vehicle in NZ, but does anyone know the link to the website where you can check and what info you need on the car?
A mate of mine is looking to buy a second car soon, so I said I'd see what I could find. Always good to know what you can before you buy!

Thanks
K.

[DJZ]

http://www.carjam.co.nz ?

You'll need the number plate and a credit card if you want the ownership history.

[KSpatz]

I thought that there was a way to get that free through the freedom of information act via some sort of transport authority?

[DJZ]

You've always had to pay as far as I know, even at the Post Office. They've limited what information you can get now, from memory it's names and locations in the country, not specific addresses or contact details.

[spiderwebfx]

Unless you have a hook up at a post shop or something their is no way to get the information for free.

The report is only $9 or so from Carjam but I don't think it gives complete names or addresses anymore. If he/she really wants to know before buying the vehicle, it's not a lot to spend.