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- What Information Does a (RC) Contain?
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How To Check Vehicle OwnerImportance of Vehicle RCWhat Information Does a (RC) Contain?Why Should You Check Vehicle DetailsImportant ThingsFAQsBihar has several Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) to deal with various services like vehicle registration, issuance of driving licenses, and other transport related matters throughout the state. These RTOs keep records of vehicles registered with them such as details of owners, registration status, and other important data. It is always good to check vehicle details at RTO in Bihar before buying a used car or for ownership verification, after a road accident, getting vehicle papers in case of loss, etc. You don't have to visit an RTO personally as you can get details of vehicle and owner online with the registration number or RC only.
Here, we detail the ways to check vehicle owner details by number plate in Bihar in the fastest and most accurate manner.
An RC (vehicle registration certificate) is a document issued to the vehicle owner that indicates the vehicle has been successfully registered in the RTO records. If you want to track the specific details of a vehicle, such as its make, model, fuel type, or the owner, you can do so very conveniently using the vehicle registration certificate. These days, registration certificates are mostly provided as Smart Cards or Digital RCs (through DigiLocker or mParivahan), which have the same details and are equally authentic.
The validity period of an RC is 15 years, and it must be renewed before it expires to avoid a fine.
The registration certificate of a vehicle consists of the following details:
You should be fairly clear about how to get vehicle RC details online or the vehicle owner's details. However, the question might arise: why would you initially want to track a vehicle owner's details? Well, we answer that here.
These are some of the common situations in which vehicle owner details are tracked using the number plate or RC details online.
If you witness a hit-and-run or are a victim of one, getting the vehicle's owner's details from the number plate will be a great help. It's very easy to do. Just write down the vehicle's registration number and find the owner's details through the ACKO app, VAHAN portal, or SMS.
If your car has been wrecked in an accident and you and the other party (i.e. the driver whose vehicle caused the accident) don't seem to agree about the situation. No trouble here; you can easily get the owner's details using the registration number. It may help you remain composed and legally pursue the thing if you so desire.
Either way, buying a second-hand vehicle from a new owner or through a dealer, verifying the owner's vehicle information is a must step if you want to ensure that the vehicle is clean and legal. If you have the vehicle registration number, you can easily find the owner's details using the ACKO app, the VAHAN portal, or even by SMS.
Vehicle inspection officials may check your vehicle details on the VAHAN portal, which may be part of their inspection. This is one way to get rid of old paper vehicle documents. You can let the officials see the required soft copies stored in the DigiLocker app, while they may check them out on the VAHAN portal.
One way of verifying that a vehicle has valid insurance and proper documentation is by checking the RC details. It thus makes it easier to settle claims, identify the insurer's responsibility, and avoid disagreements after an accident. Checking also confirms that the vehicle meets emission standards, is registered, and is in compliance with fitness rules. In this manner, the vehicle owners avoid fines, claim rejections, and court cases.
Whether you are checking RC details or verifying vehicle ownership, remember the following points:
For city-wise vehicle owner and RTO details in Bihar, refer to the dedicated pages below.
Most Asked Questions on How to Check Vehicle Owner Details by Number Plate in Bihar
Written by
Nikhila PS
Senior Content Editor
Nikhila is a content creator with 6+ years in EdTech and motor insurance, turning complex policies into clear, engaging content. She enjoys exploring digital trends, social media, and art while planning her next short escape.
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Rekhit Singh Kaushal
Senior Director - Motor Underwriting
Rekhit Singh Kaushal is Senior Director at ACKO, a leading digital motor insurance provider in India. With deep expertise in insurance strategy and innovation, he brings trusted insights on car and bike insurance to help drivers stay protected.
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