usually, yes--you'd need to know the state, and go to their website though.
here's florida's
https://www6.hsmv.state.fl.us/rrdmvcheck/mvcheckinq
and the result running my vin
Vehicle Information CheckVehicle Information
Vehicle Identification Number:WBAHD6
Year/Make:1992 BMW
Previous Title State:FLORIDA
Registration Expiration Date:03/12/2009
Title:83
Title Issue Date:01/06/2003
Odometer Reading/Status:103,100
ACTUAL MILEAGE
Odometer Date:01/02/2003
Color:BLACK
Vehicle Type:AUTO
Title Status:ACTIVE
Owner Information:1 owner
Brands:
Lien Information There is no lien on this vehicle.
If any of the information on this record needs to be corrected, please contact your tax collector and complete appropriate paperwork to update the record.
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