
Subaru Forester VIN Decoder
Check your Subaru Forester using our powerful VIN check tool instantly. Using the VIN lookup is a great way to learn more about the specifications and history of the Subaru Forester vehicle.
Check any Subaru Forester VIN

What consists in a Subaru Forester VIN Number?
Where to find the Subaru Forester VIN Number?
- Look at the driver-side door panel of the Subaru Forester. The door panel affixed to the body has a sticker which contains the VIN Number.
- Windshield of the Subaru Forester will have a metal plate affixed where the 17-digit VIN number will be etched. Jot down these digits to put into our VIN check tool.
- The engine of the Subaru Forester also contains the VIN Number. The VIN Number is etched on the vehicle. This is the best location to find the valid VIN Number when one considers tampering of the VIN Number plate on the vehicle.
- The registration of the vehicle such as the title includes the Vehicle Identification Number which might be listed as Serial Number or Title and Identification No.
- Insurance records of the Subaru Forester will also contain the VIN Number.
Subaru Forester Sample VIN Check Reports:
What does a Subaru Forester VIN Lookup contain?

The number of owners - Find out the number of owners the Subaru Forester had including the number of owners, duration of ownership, registration details such as country, state and city of registration. Many customers have located their Subaru Forester using our VIN look up tool.

Mileage information - Check odometer records on any Subaru Forester by entering in the Subaru Forester VIN number. Mileage information will include mileage, date and location when it was registered. The odometer records include title records, registration and renewals information.

Accidents history - Find out if the Subaru Forester was ever involved in an accident. Salvage title checks are included in every report which also verifies with the national databases of insurance records.

Best times to buy and sell - Wondering how much the Subaru Forester is really worth? When is the best time to buy or when is the best time to sell? Every VIN check contains detailed information and breakdown comparing the Subaru Forester amongst other models.

Vehicle Specifications - Every Subaru Forester comes with special options and packages at the time of purchase. Using our Subaru Forester VIN Lookup tool you can find detailed specifications such as model, trim, engine, transmission, fuel, exterior and interior options, standard safety features, air bags, audio system, braes, comfort features, convenience features and security features. Find out over 100+ specifications on any Subaru Forester.

Market Value - Wondering how much the Subaru Forester is actually worth? Our report shows you the market value of any Subaru Forester based on current mileage and information today. Learn about depreciation and resale value of the vehicle compared to other similar models being sold in your area.

Warranty Status - Find out if the Subaru Forester has any information including the type of coverage for warranty status.

Police incidents - Each Subaru Forester VIN Check will verify information from law enforcement agencies to help determine if the Subaru Forester had any claims. Find out if the Subaru Forester has a clean history or if it has had a shady past.

Safety rating - Use our crash ratings guide to find useful information on the safety of the Subaru Forester in a crash, including its technical capabilities to avoid accidents.

Department of Motor Vehicle Records - Every Subaru Forester VIN lookup will verify title records from the Department of Motor Vehicles and government agencies. In Canada, the Ministry of Transportation or the SAAQ; would verify title history records.

Insurance Databases - Find out the number of claims made with insurance for the Subaru Forester. It is highly recommended to verify if the Subaru Forester has ever had any claims; big or small that might affect its resale value.

Inspection Records - Multiple states have a law in place where emissions & safety inspections must be done yearly. Find out if the Subaru Forester has had its yearly inspections done on time and if there were any inspection failures in its past.
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Lookup Subaru Forester title history
- Damaged Title
- Dismantled Title
- Gray Market Title
- Junk Title
- Lemon Law Buyback Title
- Prior Police
- Prior Tax
- Rebuilt Title
- Reconditioned Title
- Remanufactured Title
- Replica Title
- Revived Junk Title
- Revived Salvage Title
- Salvage Title
- Scrap Vehicle Title
- Totaled
- Warranty Returned
- Water Damage
- Fire Damage
Title Checks available for the Subaru Forester
- Affidavit Title – The affidavit of a title is provided by the seller, which is a legal document that states a title may be issued under an affidavit in lieu of missing other paperwork.
- Bonded Title – A bonded title which is also known as a “Certificate of Title Surety” proves an individual’s ownership of a Subaru Forester. This usually happens when the Subaru Forester’s title was lost or damaged between title transfers. This means there was no way to prove the person in possession of the Subaru Forester was the legal owner of the vehicle. Since the title cannot be transferred normally, the ownership claiming party would need to go through the process of getting a bonded title which includes the need to purchase a surety bond. The bonded title Subaru Forester will have the “Bonded” stamp on it for a period of 3 to 5 years.
- Clear Title – The title is considered a clear title when it is issued to a new owner with no lien specified. This in simple terms means that here is no money owed on the Subaru Forester.
- Certificate of Destruction – Insurance companies have the option to take ownership of the vehicle by paying out the claim for the insured vehicle. At this point, the insurance companies have the option of processing the title as a certificate of destruction. The vehicle is highly unlikely to ever be used on the road or registered as it will likely be destroyed or exported to overseas markets. It is also unlikely that a Subaru Forester with a certificate of destruction can ever be re-issued a valid title for transfer. The Subaru Forester that has a certificate of destruction can appear to be in acceptable condition. The insurance company makes a decision based on its policies to prevent the vehicle from being driven on roads to limit the liability in the event the car is involved in an accident. The insurance company can be held liable if an injured party can claim that the insurance company should not have allowed the Subaru Forester back on the road legally. Certificate of Destruction doesn’t necessarily mean the car is completely unusable. For example, the Subaru Forester could have its airbag deployed or have been in an accident that involved structural damage. Visibly the Subaru Forester might look alright, but the insurance company has decided to limit their liability in the event the car is driven again and involved in an accident at a later date. The insurance company could be sued due to allowing the vehicle back on the road.
- Electronic Title – As technology grows, the department of motor vehicles (DMV) and ministry of transportation can issue an electronic or paperless title. Use our VIN check tool to find out if your Subaru Forester has an electronic title.
- Export Title – Subaru Foresters are often exported to overseas buyers. For a vehicle to be exported, title documentation and custom clearance is required. If the Subaru Forester is not declared at an exit point, the title may not be possible in the destination country leaving overseas buyers with problems. Use our VIN lookup tool to find out the complete auction history of any export vehicle.
- Junk Title – When a Subaru Forester has been sold to a junkyard, it may be branded a junk title designation which is intended to be scrapped or parted out. Some permanent brands which cannot be removed from a title are junk title, rebuilt title and the certificate of destruction. Always ensure to look up the VIN number to ensure the Subaru Forester has been branded junk.
- Lienholder Title – Subaru Foresters with a lien or title loan have a title issued directly to the lienholder. This could be the bank or financial party that is receiving the payments for the vehicle. The purchase will be listed as the owner of the Subaru Forester, but the title will list the lender as the lien holder, which allows the lender to retain possession of the title.
- Parts only title – The parts only title designation is usually found on a transfer form or a bill of sale and never on the actual title of the vehicle. If the parts of bill of sale is submitted to the Motor Vehicle Department (DMV or MTO) for title processing; the title can be issued with a salvage title brand or another designation based on their regulations.
- Salvage title – A salvage title indicates that a Subaru Forester has suffered some kind of serious damage in the past. The title is issued salvage if there was major damage, theft, vandalism, fire, or repair. Insurance companies are the decision makes to decide if the vehicle is deemed salvaged. Usually, if the damage is more than 60% of the vehicle value or if it decides the repair is not worth the value; the title is issued as salvage brand. Once a Subaru Forester is declared salvage, it is irreversible as it is a permanent brand that remains on the title which cannot be removed. Salvage title Subaru Foresters can still be registered for road use. In some states, inspections are required to ensure the vehicle is safe for the road use again. Always verify the VIN number of any vehicle to ensure that it has had a clean history. Salvage title vehicles are often exported to overseas markets. Some of the top markets where salvaged title Subaru Forester are exported to are: United Arab Emirates, Nigeria, Ukraine, Nigeria, Libya, Mexico, Lithuania, Jordan, Cambodia, Oman, Germany, Dominican republic, Benin, Guatemala, Ghana, Netherlands, Taiwan, Lebanon, Honduras, Poland, United kingdom, Canada, El savador, China, Saudi arabia, Togo, Senegal, Turkey, Haiti, France, Bahamas, Chile, Yemen, Iraq, Guinea, Japan, Belgium, Kuwait, Korea, Iceland, Russia, Spain, Ethiopia, Jamaica, Trindad and tobago, Guyana, Belize, Nicaragua, Panama, Puerto rico, Barbados, Dominica, St lucia, Niger, Sierra leone and Liberia. Always check the VIN report with our tool before making a decision on a Subaru Forester.
- Reconstructed Title – When a Subaru Forester has been substantially repaired, it may have the title branded as reconstructed. An insurance company or body shop, collision center or rebuilder are the sole authorities that can issue the title to be reconstructed.
- Rebuilt Title – Subaru Foresters that have a rebuilt title can normally be registered for use on roads, but will require an inspection to verify if it is road worthy. A rebuilt title classifies that the vehicle had severe damage and was rebuilt by a body shop, insurance company, collision center or licensed rebuilder. Note that insurance companies have certain limitations if the title is rebuilt.
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